What We Treat

North Shore-LIJ urogynecologists focus on surgical and non-surgical approaches to fixing female pelvic floor dysfunction. The pelvic floor is comprised of muscles, ligaments, connective tissue and nerves that help support and control the rectum, uterus, vagina and bladder.  Childbirth, repeated heavy lifting, surgery and chronic cough/disease may also contribute to pelvic floor dysfunction such as:

• Urinary Incontinence (bladder control)
• Urogenital Prolapse
• Bladder frequency and urgency
• Bladder pain
• Sexual dysfunction

Treatment Options:

• Biofeedback techniques
• Pelvic muscle strengthening
• Electrical stimulation
• Elevate prolapse repair system