Children’s Bladder & Bowel Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Christchurch
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Children’s bladder and bowel physiotherapy addresses issues in toddlers, children, and teens. These problems are relatively common, with 3-4% of children aged 5-12 experiencing daytime wetting, 10% wetting the bed at age 7 or older, and 1 in 10 toddlers having constipation. Children require a different approach than adults to improve bladder and bowel symptoms.
Bladder and bowel issues can significatly impact both the child and the family. At Active Health, we support the process of addressing these issues and work to prevent recurrence. We help you and your child understand how the body works and incorporate simple and fun treatment strategies to alleviate fear and anxiety.
Common children’s bladder and bowel symptoms and conditions we treat:
Bedwetting
Bedwetting, or nocturnal enuresis,
Constipation
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Daytime wetting or urgency
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Bowel leakage/soiling
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