Prostatectomy Recovery Program

Prostate Cancer according to the Canadian Cancer Society is:

The most common cancer among men.
Third leading cause of death
Accounts for 21% of all new cancers in men
58 Canadian men are diagnosed each day

Prostatectomy Program of Care

Step One: Initial Visit Pre - Surgery (2-6 weeks before surgery)

Understanding the anatomy & physiology of the prostate and the pelvic floor muscles
Discussion on what to expect post surgery
Review Kegel exercises and reverse kegels
Ensure optimal hydration, nutrition, bladder and bowel function to optimize healing post surgery
Review post operative rehabilitation

Step Two: Visit #2 (2 weeks after Surgery)

Review of education provided in Pre-op appointment
Bladder Retraining
Reviewing kegels focusing on strength and education
Reviewing hydration, bladder and bowel function
Initiation of pad protocol
Review of body mechanics, posture and functional Movements.

Prostatectomy Program of Care

Step Three: Visit #3 (weekly visits)

Progression of pad protocol weekly
Assessing amount of urinary leakage
Reviewing and progressing Kegel Strengthening
Introducing functional and core strengthening exercises
Return to pre-operative exercises

Have you already had your Prostate Removed?

It is never too late to start strengthening your pelvic floor muscles. If you have not seen us for a pre-operative appointment and you are still experiencing urinary leakage please connect with us.