Other Options?

Body: 

I hear people talk about inversion boards, acupuncture, acupressure for prolapse. Do any of these things work?

Hi Meribelle,

I think inversion boards may be of some use for repositioning organs, but they would generate quite a bit of intraabdominal pressure just getting on and off. Some people use them on their back, which I think is a bit pointless, as the uterus is tipped backwards in this position. They may have an application when lying on your front. However, I think that hands and knees is much more practical, and easier all round, because you can move your torso around, cat and cow style, and leave your belly hanging free.

Acupuncture and acupressure have not been found by members to be directly helpful, but I think that any therapy that restores function and flexibility has to be good for our posture and ability to exercise. There are also the holistic benefits of these therapies, but I do not think these are specific to areas of the body, so much as whole wellbeing. If, say, the digestion improved, or resulted in increased ability to handle stress, or general health was improved, that could be positive for POP.

Hope this clarifies for you.

Louise