Functional bowel disorder is a term used to describe a bowel that does not function properly in the absence of disease. The symptoms of a functional bowel disorder can have a significant impact on quality of life and in many cases go unreported for a long time.

 

Types of functional bowel disorders and other related conditions that we treat:

• ​Haemorrhoids/piles

• Anal fissures

• Management of IBS/IBD symptoms

• Rectocele/rectal prolapse

• Frequency/urgency/incontinence (stool or flatus)

• Constipation/obstructive defecation or incomplete emptying

• Obstetric anal sphincter injuries (OASI)

• Painful sex

• Pelvic pain (including anal pain)

• Rehab following anal or bowel surgery, stoma closure, radio/chemotherapy

• Low Anterior Resection Syndrome (LARS)

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At Sprint, our specialist pelvic health team offer clinically proven treatment options for a range of pelvic floor disorders in both men and women of all ages. Biofeedback is a term that encompasses this holistic management of these conditions.

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Treatment options:

At Sprint we can use a variety of biofeedback techniques to help improve and manage your symptoms. Your specialist physiotherapist will advise you on the best treatment options for you.

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• Education

• Pelvic floor and anal sphincter strengthening exercises or down-training

• Scar massage/visceral therapy

• Deferral training

• Bowel emptying techniques

• Rectal desensitisation

• Electrotherapy

• Biofeedback (machines)

• Diet advice

• Medication advice

• Anal inserts/plugs

• Transanal irrigation

• Exercise therapy eg. Pilates

 

We also link with a number of specialist consultants across London and can refer you on for further assessment if required.

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Our digestive health team includes:

• Specialist pelvic health physiotherapists

• Soft tissue therapists

• Pilates instructors 

• Nutritionist

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Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions or visit What to expect from your initial appointment for more information.