03/18/2026
Let’s normalize this conversation. 🚽
Chronic constipation and f***l incontinence are more common than people think — but most people are too embarrassed to talk about it.
You are not alone. And more importantly, you are not stuck with it.
These symptoms can look like:
• Constipation or needing to strain
• Feeling like you didn’t fully empty
• Accidental leakage of stool or staining
• Urgency or not making it to the bathroom in time
• Excessive wiping or irritation
While diet and hydration matter, your pelvic floor muscles play a huge role.
These muscles need to:
✨ Relax to allow a bowel movement
✨ Coordinate with your breathing and abdominal pressure
✨ Contract appropriately to maintain continence
When there is tightness, weakness, or poor coordination, it can lead to both constipation and leakage — sometimes at the same time.
This is something pelvic health physical therapy can help address.
At Functional Physical Therapy, we look at:
• Pelvic floor function
• Breathing and pressure management
• Bowel habits and positioning
• Nervous system involvement
• Whole-body mechanics
Because these are not just “GI issues” — they are movement and coordination issues too.
You don’t need to be embarrassed.
And you don’t have to manage this on your own.
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