Incontinence
I suffer from suffer from both bowel and Urin incontinence. The long term history is less important for this comment. The intensity increased with PD. The problem became accute in January after my Protatectomy. With the post-op rehab came a method to better deal with the symptoms.
The exercises used to train the pelvic muscles to help control Urin flow also restrict bowel movement. It doesn't cure the problem, but can make the difference in getting there in time or cleaning up the ugly mess. Doing the exercises daily doesn't take a lot of time. The freedom of movement is wonderful.
Hello, I'm sorry that you are dealing with these issues. They are very common for those with Parkinson's. That's awesome that you have found relief thru exercises. Thank you for sharing with our community! This is how we support each other. I have shared a few articles that might give you some more tips:
https://parkinsonsdisease.net/living/urinary-incontinence-part-1
https://parkinsonsdisease.net/living/urinary-incontinence-part-2
Please let us know if these are helpful-
All the best, Suzanne Troy, ParkinsonsDisease.net team memberSuzanne, both articles are well written. My knowledge comes from a 3 week PT in a sanitorium with their focus on cancer recovery. There is a lot more than exercises that can help. I know that how much, what and when we consume are all important. A good dietician, is hard to find. Unfortunately there also tends to be little help available for choosing and using the various products available to men for this problem. Most women have learned from an early age what is available and how to use it.
Regards,Hello, Good to hear that you enjoyed the articles! Thank you for sharing your experiences bowel and urine incontinence and what has helped you so far. Yes, sometimes it can be hard to find a good dietician with specific ways to help you in these matters. Again, we appreciate you sharing with our community!
All the best, Suzanne
