Female pelvic conditions may be treated effectively with non-surgical alternatives, surgical procedures, or, a combination of both. Non-surgical treatment options we provide include:

Behavior Modification
Medication
Pelvic Floor Muscle Strengthening/ Biofeedback Therapy

When surgical treatment options are indicated, the FPHC’s expertise is performing leading edge techniques that have dramatically increased success rates and enhanced patient care and recovery, particularly those falling under the category of Minimally Invasive Surgery.

Minimally Invasive Surgery refers to techniques that avoid making large incisions, and attempt to perform procedures under sedation and local anesthesia rather than general anesthesia. The benefits to patients are often less discomfort following surgery, faster recovery, and less scarring and risk of infection. Our standard of care emphasizes performing minimally invasive surgeries whenever possible.

Robotic Surgeries - Dr. Molden is experienced in performing robotic surgeries, and was the first doctor to use the da Vinci robotic device at St. Mary Medical Center, where she is also Medical Director of their robotics program.

Pelvic Muscle Exercises (PME) - Also known as Kegel exercises, PME techniques are an effective treatment option for urinary incontinence and strengthening pelvic organs. They are especially important after surgery to maintain strength and optimize outcomes, and are very useful in prolapse prevention. Most women require guidance from a medical professional to learn how to contract the pelvic floor muscles correctly.

Biofeedback - This term refers to a variety of techniques that teach patients bladder and pelvic muscle control by giving positive feedback when the patient performs the desired action. This feedback can be from an electronic device or directly from a health professional.

Bladder Training - This treatment for urge incontinence involves teaching a patient to urinate according to a timetable rather than an urge to do so. Gradually, the scheduled time between trips to the bathroom is increased as the patient's bladder control improves.

The Bladder Diet - This is a list of dietary irritants to the bladder. Avoiding the items on this list may greatly improve certain bladder symptoms such as frequency, urgency or pain.

Medications - There are a number of drugs that are used in the treatment of urge incontinence. Commonly prescribed drugs include Detrol LA, Ditropan XL, Oxytrol patch, Sanctura, Enablex and Vesicare.

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