Introduction:
Sarah, a 68-year-old woman, had been dealing with one-sided low back pain, urge incontinence, and nocturia (issues with peeing at night) for years. However, her symptoms started to improve after just six weeks of incorporating stairs into her daily activities. This story emphasizes the potential for straightforward solutions to address pelvic floor dysfunction and musculoskeletal issues.
Impacts of Stairs:
During a six-week holiday stay in a two-story house with stairs, Sarah initially experienced some exacerbation of her one-sided low back pain. Nonetheless, over time, her back pain progressively lessened, and it eventually disappeared completely in the last two weeks of her vacation. Additionally, Sarah noticed a significant improvement in urge incontinence and decreased frequency of her nocturia episodes. This improvement in symptoms was a direct result of the introduction of stairs to her daily routine.
Simplicity as a Solution:
Sarah’s success story highlights the fact that managing pelvic floor dysfunction and musculoskeletal issues does not always require complex interventions. Sometimes, a simple addition to the daily routine, like climbing stairs, can have a profound impact on symptoms and overall well-being. (Woo-hoo!)
Solutions Available:
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Additional Resources:
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Conclusion:
Attaining improvement in symptoms and overall well-being is often more achievable than one might think. Thank you for reading!
Tara Campbell
Orthopaedic & Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
Email: Tara@maternix.ca or tara@bodycotoronto.com
Social Media: @Maternix.ca
Tara is a Physiotherapist specializing in women’s health and pelvic floor rehab. She is passionate about helping women understand the changes their bodies go through during pregnancy and how they can rehabilitate more effectively postpartum.