Defecatory Dysfunction in Pooler

Relieve Constipation and Straining with Expert Pelvic Floor Care

If you’re frequently constipated, straining during bowel movements, or constantly feeling like you haven’t fully emptied your bowels—even after adjusting your diet or trying medications—you might be facing defecatory dysfunction.

At Savannah Pelvic Health and Wellness, we support adults throughout Pooler in overcoming bowel movement challenges through gentle, evidence-based pelvic floor physical therapy. Say goodbye to frustration and discomfort—with care that actually works.

Understanding Defecatory Dysfunction

Defecatory dysfunction involves difficulty passing stool due to issues with how the pelvic floor muscles, rectum, or anal sphincter function together. While it’s a common cause of chronic constipation, it often remains undiagnosed or misunderstood.
You might be experiencing this dysfunction if you notice any of the following:

• Chronic constipation
• Pain or straining during bowel movements
• A lingering feeling that your bowels haven’t fully emptied
• The need to use your hands to assist with evacuation
• A sense of pressure or fullness in the rectal area
• Stool leakage or sudden urgency after going
• Frequent bloating or abdominal tightness

Possible Underlying Causes Of Defecatory Dysfunction

The problem is often not in your diet but in how your muscles and nerves coordinate the process of elimination. This can be influenced by a variety of physical and emotional factors.
These may include:

• Pelvic floor dyssynergia (inability to relax pelvic muscles during defecation)
• Overactive or overly tight pelvic floor muscles
• Nerve damage or scar tissue around the rectum
• Physical trauma from childbirth or surgery
• Habitual straining or improper pressure use
• Anxiety or unresolved trauma affecting pelvic tension

How We Treat Defecatory Dysfunction

Our goal is to help your pelvic floor work in harmony with your body’s natural function. At Savannah Pelvic Health and Wellness, we take a holistic, whole-person approach that includes physical and emotional healing.
Depending on your symptoms and goals, your customized therapy plan may involve the following:

• Pelvic floor muscle retraining to improve coordination and relaxation
• Biofeedback to help you learn proper techniques during bowel movements
• Gentle manual therapy to release tension in the abdomen or rectal area
• Guidance on posture, breathwork, and optimal toilet positioning
• Visceral mobilization to enhance organ mobility and motility
• Nervous system support to calm stress-related muscle tightening

Why Choose Savannah Pelvic Health and Wellness

At Savannah Pelvic Health and Wellness, we do more than treat symptoms—we treat people. Our environment is welcoming, private, and built on trust. Our commitment to compassionate and expert care makes all the difference. Here’s what you can expect:

• One-on-one, respectful sessions with pelvic floor specialists
• Inclusive care for all genders and identities
• A focus on root-cause healing, not just temporary fixes
• Adaptive treatment plans tailored to your progress
• Strong relationships with trusted medical providers in Pooler

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I have defecatory dysfunction and not just regular constipation?
If you feel like you can’t fully empty your bowels, have to strain excessively, or need to use your hands to assist during bowel movements, it may be a sign of pelvic floor dysfunction—not just dietary or digestive trouble.

Is this therapy only for women?
No—defecatory dysfunction affects all genders. Our providers are trained to support anyone experiencing these issues with compassionate, gender-affirming care.

What makes pelvic floor therapy effective for constipation and defecation issues?
Pelvic floor therapy addresses the muscle and nerve coordination problems that often underlie chronic constipation. It goes beyond surface-level treatments to help retrain how your body moves during a bowel movement.

Start Feeling Better—Naturally

You don’t have to live with discomfort, embarrassment, or uncertainty. With the right approach, defecatory dysfunction can be resolved—and your confidence can return.

Call Savannah Pelvic Health and Wellness at (912) 420-4910 or schedule your private consultation online today. We’re here to help you feel comfortable, capable, and in control again.