Treatment For Faecal Incontinence

Our biofeedback therapy is an entirely non-invasive treatment that helps you control your rectal muscles, which are vital for bowel control. (EMG) Electromyographic biofeedback therapy for faecal incontinence uses a sensor, computer, video monitor and small electric probes. The probes are placed at your bottom, and the electric signals are transmitted to the computer.

The relayed information allows our experts to understand the pressure and movement of the muscles in your rectum. They will ask you to perform a customised series of exercises to improve your bowel control. The sensor verifies that you are correctly performing the exercises.

Your food choices could be the underlying cause of certain faecal incontinence issues, such as constipation and diarrhoea. You can prevent and regain control over your bowel movements by avoiding certain foods, modifying your consumption levels, and tracking what you eat or drink.

If you are experiencing diarrhoea, avoiding foods that can cause loose stools or the urge to go is important. The list includes greasy and fatty foods, fibre-rich fruits and vegetables, beans and cabbage, caffeinated products, prunes and certain fruit juices, cured or smoked meat, spicy foods, dairy products, and alcohol. However, if chronic constipation is your problem, your dietary modifications should include fibre-rich foods like green leafy vegetables, whole grains, and nuts. Good water intake of at least 8-10 glasses per day is also recommended.

Regular exercise and training are deeply connected with your bowel control. Therapists recommend Kegel exercises to strengthen your pelvic muscles to regain the lost control over your bowel movements. These muscles are vital in supporting your bladder and rectum. Kegel exercises are simple workouts that alternate between squeezing and relaxing your muscles.

Doing this activity regularly will help strengthen these muscles and regularise your bowel movement pattern. Our JOGO therapists will help you gain the maximum benefits from these exercises.

Medications like bulk laxatives, enemas, and suppositories are prescribed to help you overcome chronic constipation. Specialist doctors may also prescribe anti-diarrhoeal drugs to counteract diarrhoea caused by bacterial infections or wrong food intake.

You must avoid resorting to over-the-counter medications without your doctor’s guidance. If over-the-counter medications prove ineffective, a prescription may be necessary to manage faecal incontinence.