Constipation

Constipation is an infrequent and difficult passage of stool. Generally the longer the period between bowel movements the more difficult it is to pass stool. It is not always necessary for daily bowel movements to occur and constipation is only when infrequency leads to difficult bowel movements.

If constipation is caused by poor defecation co-ordination, or inability to relax the external anal sphincter, a therapist may use our Phenix electrostimulation and biofeedback systems with EMG or balloon (single or double) probes for treatment.