Biofeedback Techniques: treatment of constipation, incontinence and encopresis

Biofeedback Techniques is a rehabilitation method used by Digestive System specialists for the treatment of pelvic floor disorders such as:

  • Constipation: They are useful in most patients with functional chronic constipation.
  • Incontinence: With this treatment the level of success is high in any type of incontinence, especially when there is lack of strength in the muscles.
  • Encopresis: In the case of fecal incontinence without organic reason is an effective treatment to strengthen the muscles.

What are the Biofeedback techniques?

In the Digestive System Department of the ServiDigest Clinic, an assessment of the patient’s pathology is previously carried out through anorectal manometry. The objective is to identify the need for biofeedback or if another treatment is more appropriate for the case. Once it is decided to apply this method as a treatment, depending on the personal needs of each case, the medical specialist will determine specific computer-guided exercises. In addition, other exercises are prepared so that the patient can perform them at home, trying to ensure the success of the treatment.

Biofeedback techniques have no contraindications and can be practiced on all patients, regardless of age and physical condition. It is only necessary to take into account that a minimum restraint force and a certain rectal sensitivity are required.

In addition, this treatment is not painful, although during its practice the patient may notice a certain sensation of need to defecate (tenesmus), but this happens in a mild and transitory way.