Men’s Health & Continence

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Blokes rarely like to ‘make a fuss’, especially when it comes to ‘issues below the belt’, but as 1 in 9 men in Australia will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, side effects from treatment such as urinary incontinence, pelvic pain and sexual dysfunction cannot be ignored.

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If surgery is required (a radical prostatectomy) a pre-operative pelvic floor strengthening program along with general strength and conditioning 4-6 weeks prior to surgery has been proven to give a faster return to continence and normal function after the operation.

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What To Expect

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We understand these issues can be frustrating and embarrassing. We offer a professional, private and understanding environment to discuss your concerns and provide realistic management strategies, your 1-hour initial consultation might include

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• Real Time Ultrasound: An external examination through the lower abdominal wall to assess pelvic floor and abdominal muscles function. This helps us devise an effective plan to manage your issues.

• Education and support

• Clinical Exercises designed specifically to address weakness or overactivity in the pelvic floor and surrounding areas

• Pain management strategies

• Home exercises to support your recovery and management.