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Let’s Talk About the Drop: Understanding Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) Without the Panic
16 Jun 2025
June is Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) Awareness Month—and while this topic might not come up at your average dinner party, it’s one that deserves way more attention (and a whole lot less awkwardness).
Pelvic organ prolapse—sometimes called vaginal wall softening—is when one or more of the pelvic organs (like the uterus, bladder, bowel, or vagina itself) decide they’ve had enough of their usual position and shift downward. Most commonly, they press against the front or back wall of the vagina, and that softening can take up space in the vaginal canal.
Sounds uncomfortable? It can be. But for many, it’s totally asymptomatic.
Here’s what you might notice if you have POP:
A sense of heaviness or pressure in the pelvic area
A feeling like something is “coming down” or bulging
Difficulty fully emptying the bladder or bowels
Low back pain that doesn’t seem to add up
Tampons or menstrual cups falling out (ugh!)
Slower urine flow
Pain during penetrative sex
If you read that list and thought, “Wait… could that be me?”—you’re not alone. Many women don’t know they have POP until they start connecting the dots. And here’s the good news: there are effective treatments that don’t involve panic or immediate surgery.
So, what can you do about it?
1. Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
This is often the first-line treatment (and we’d argue, one of the most empowering). Our pelvic health physiotherapist, Eliza Pereira-Karve, PT, takes a personalized approach. She assesses pelvic floor function, posture, lifestyle factors (like chronic coughing or constipation), and your daily activities that could be contributing to the prolapse.
Hint: It’s not just about doing kegels—it’s about understanding how your body works and using that knowledge to feel better.
2. Pessaries
Think of these like internal supports (sort of like a sports bra for your pelvic organs). A pessary fits inside the vagina to support the organs that need a bit of extra lift.
3. Surgery
In some cases, surgery is the right option. If that’s where your journey takes you, Eliza is still your go-to support person. She offers both pre-op and post-op physiotherapy to support healing, strengthen pelvic floor function, and get you back to feeling like you.
Conclusion
Pelvic organ prolapse can sound intimidating—but it doesn’t need to be. You’re not alone, and you don’t need to suffer in silence or embarrassment. Help is available, and it works.
If you’re wondering if POP could be playing a role in your symptoms, or you’re just ready to take a more empowered approach to pelvic health, our team is here for you.
👉 Book a complimentary meet & greet with Eliza, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
📞 Call us at 519-265-8035
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https://www.acog.org/womens-health/experts-and-stories/the-latest/5-things-i-wish-all-women-knew-about-pelvic-organ-prolapse
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