subject: Experts Suggest Three Simple, Inexpensive Remedies For Pop, Sui [print this page] No less than the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in its announcement in July 2011 issued the notice that it is not clear that transvaginal POP and SUI repair with vaginal mesh is more effective than traditional non-mesh repair in all patients with POP and it may expose patients to greater risk. It is only too bad that this warning came a little late for thousands of women who were already saddled with the side effects and serious complications brought about by these devices.
The controversy surrounding the adverse effects of vaginal mesh devices and the announcement of the FDA that these devices have not been proven more effective than traditional methods has encouraged women sufferers to seek for other means of treatment. While other forms of surgeries and medications may appear the best options, there are a number of ways that a patient can avail of which are less expensive, no side effects, easy to do, and have proven to be effective. Three of these are the following:
Muscle Training
Strengthening the pelvic muscles that support the pelvic organs and control the flow of urine is perhaps one of the best remedy for POP and SUI. These conditions occur because of the weakening of the pelvic muscles due to child birth, aging, being overweight, and stress. With the right exercise, these muscles regain their original strength which are then able to support the organs in the pelvic area. The best way to achieve this is through the Kegel exercises.
Another way to strengthen these muscles is through the traditional Chinese method of using vaginal weights. These egg-shaped weights are inserted into the vagina and the woman works to keep the weight inside without dropping it. Gradually the pelvic muscles gain strength which can then support the surrounding pelvic organs.
Bladder Training
Bladder training is intended to help the patient have a better control over her bladder. Achieving this means the time needed to go to the bathroom is reduced and will train the patient to urinate at regular intervals and only when the bladder is full. A simple program for this is to gradually increase the time between trips to the toilet. This is done by waiting a few minutes from the time the urge is felt. This may then be increased until durations between urinations will go for more than two hours. It is also very important to make sure that the bladder is emptied completely.
Electrical Stimulation
Electrical stimulation works by transmitting electrical current to the nerves of the muscles involved in urination like the pelvic muscles. This serves to strengthen the muscles that control the bladder and tends to calm overactive muscles. A small electrode is inserted into the vagina which then emits electrical stimulation to the vaginal wall. Its effect is very similar to that of Kegel exercises and like Kegels, it is effective and without side effects.
While these remedies seem very simple and easy to do, it would be advisable to have a consultant manage your program. In this way, you may be assured that you are guided properly and the procedures are correctly followed. And it helps to have someone urge you on to the point of coercion.
