Skip to main content
search

Struggling with Urinary Urgency, Frequency, or Incontinence?

If medications aren’t addressing your overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms, the cause might surprise you: old abdominal scars, such as those from a hysterectomy or C-section, could be contributing to the issue.

Over Active Bladder (OAB) not responding to medication?


How Abdominal Scars Can Impact Your Bladder

1. Adhesions and Tissue Restrictions

  • Scar Tissue Formation: Old scars can create adhesions that restrict the movement of the bladder and surrounding organs. This restriction may lead to increased bladder pressure, causing urgency and frequent urination.

2. Nerve Irritation or Damage

  • Bladder Nerve Impact: Scarring from past surgeries may irritate or damage nerves that control the bladder, disrupting normal signals and causing symptoms like urgency and frequency.

3. Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

  • Muscle Tension or Weakness: Abdominal scars can weaken or tighten pelvic floor muscles, impairing bladder control and potentially leading to leaks or discomfort.

4. Changes in Bladder Position

  • Altered Positioning: Adhesions can shift the bladder’s natural position, causing pressure and interfering with its ability to fill and empty correctly.

5. Inflammation and Irritation

  • Localized Inflammation: Scar tissue may trigger inflammation near the bladder, increasing urgency and frequency symptoms.

6. Muscular Imbalances

  • Disrupted Muscle Coordination: Scarring can disturb the balance of abdominal and pelvic muscles, adding strain to the bladder and pelvic floor.

How to Effectively Manage Symptoms

Addressing bladder symptoms related to abdominal scars involves a comprehensive and targeted approach:

1. Physical Therapy

  • Pelvic Floor Therapy: Techniques to reduce adhesions, restore muscle coordination, and improve bladder mechanics.

2. Scar Tissue Mobilization

  • Manual Techniques: Massage and myofascial release to improve tissue mobility and reduce restrictions caused by adhesions.

3. Bladder Training

  • Behavioral Techniques: Training methods to regain control over bladder urgency and frequency.

4. Medication

  • Symptom Relief: Medications may complement physical therapy and other treatments for better results.

5. Lifestyle Modifications

  • Diet & Habits: Changes to diet and fluid intake can help reduce bladder irritation and improve symptoms.

Start With This Simple Tip

Gently touch and move your old scar to increase tissue mobility. Unsure how to start? We’re here to help!

Contact Pelvic Health Center in Madison, NJ

Let us help you create a personalized treatment plan. Take the first step towards restoring your bladder health today!

Leave a Reply

Close Menu