Post Prolapse Repair: Your Guide to a Better and Faster Recovery

What is Prolapse Repair?

Prolapse repair is a surgical procedure to correct pelvic organ prolapse, a condition where organs like the bladder, uterus, or rectum descend into or outside of the vaginal canal due to weakened pelvic floor muscles and connective tissue.

This condition can cause discomfort, urinary issues, and difficulties with bowel movements. Prolapse repair surgery aims to restore the normal position of the pelvic organs, alleviating symptoms and improving quality of life.

There are many different procedures that can be a part of a prolapse repair, depending on the severity of your symptoms and what area(s) of your pelvic floor are affected.

What to Expect After Prolapse Repair

Recovery from prolapse repair surgery involves a combination of rest, gradual physical activity, and ongoing support. Here’s what you can generally expect:

  • Initial Recovery: After surgery, you will likely stay in the hospital for a few days for monitoring. Pain and discomfort are normal, and pain management will be a priority during this period.

  • At Home Recovery: Once home, you will need to rest and limit physical activities for several weeks. Symptoms like swelling, bruising, and light bleeding are common. It’s crucial to follow your doctor’s advice on activity restrictions and medications.

  • Long-Term Recovery: Full recovery can take several weeks to a few months. Gradually, you will be able to return to your normal activities, but heavy lifting and strenuous exercises should be avoided until your doctor approves.

Why You Need a Coach for Your Prolapse Recovery

Recovering from prolapse repair surgery can be a complex and demanding process. Working with a recovery coach can provide significant benefits:

  • Customized Recovery Plans: Every woman’s experience with prolapse and surgery is unique. A coach offers personalized recovery plans tailored to your specific needs and health goals.

  • Emotional Support: Dealing with the aftermath of prolapse repair can be emotionally challenging. A coach provides empathetic support to help you navigate these challenges.

  • Motivation and Accountability: Staying motivated and on track with your recovery plan can be tough. A coach helps keep you focused and provides the encouragement you need to stay positive.

  • Expert Guidance: Coaches have the expertise to help you avoid common recovery pitfalls and manage symptoms effectively, ensuring a quicker and safer recovery.

How I Can Support Your Prolapse Recovery

As an experienced prolapse recovery coach, I am dedicated to providing the comprehensive support you need to recover better and faster. Here’s how I can assist you:

  • Personalized Recovery Strategies: I develop customized recovery plans based on your specific surgical procedure and individual health profile. These plans cover all aspects of your recovery, from physical rehabilitation to emotional well-being.

  • One-on-One Coaching Sessions: Through personalized sessions, I provide expert guidance on managing pain, improving mobility, and resuming daily activities. Each session is tailored to your unique recovery needs.

  • Continuous Support: Recovery doesn’t follow a strict schedule, and neither do I. You can reach out to me anytime for advice or support, ensuring you never feel alone in your journey.

  • Progress Monitoring: Using the Everfit app, you can track your recovery progress and stay motivated. The app allows you to monitor your exercises and milestones between coaching sessions.

  • Exercise Form Checks: To ensure you are performing exercises correctly and safely, I offer video form checks. This helps prevent injury and maximizes the benefits of your recovery exercises.

Start Your Journey to Recovery Today

Recovering from prolapse repair surgery is a path to a healthier, more vibrant life. Let’s work together to make your recovery as smooth and successful as possible. Say goodbye to discomfort and limitations and hello to a life filled with energy and wellness. Contact me today to learn more about how I can support your prolapse recovery and help you regain control of your life.

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What clients are saying…

“I love learning about all of this! This surgery was scary and being empowered by you to continue doing what I love in a progressive way brings me joy!”

-Nicole, post-hysterectomy

“I’m honestly so happy I signed up for this program with you. I don’t even know where I would be without you helping me every step of the way.

I feel super strong, and have even noticed ab definition. It’s crazy how much I was doing before, and I never had this much success. So, thank you!”

-Emily, post-myomectomy

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Your recovery program will be hosted inside an app where you’ll have video instructions and step-by-step guidance for everything you’re working on in your recovery.

FAQs

What if I’m not cleared for exercise?

Being “cleared” for exercise means general exercise without professional guidance. I have helped hundreds of women heal after their surgeries and am able to guide you through movements you need to enhance your healing. When you’re cleared for exercise, you’ll truly be ready!

What kind of exercises will I do?

The program is fully customized to your environment, equipment, preferences and schedule. We assess your movement quality, strength, range of motion & muscle engagement on an ongoing basis to ensure you’re doing things safely.

What if I have [insert health issue here]?

Part of the reason many women struggle after their surgery is because their unique characteristics are not considered. A “6 week clearance” for everyone is silly, as we all have different things going on.

As a Doctor of Physical Therapy, I have worked with people with neurological disorders, spinal cord injuries, hypermobility disorders, various forms of inflammatory arthritis, chronic pain and every orthopedic disorder you can imagine.

Everyone deserves to feel confident and comfortable moving and healing. If you want to find out whether I can help you, just send me a message.