Uterine Prolapse (adjunctive care)
Also known as: uterine prolapse, womb prolapse, pelvic organ prolapse, dropped womb
Uterine prolapse is the womb descending into the vagina — from childbirth, ageing, straining or obesity. Pelvic-floor physiotherapy, pessaries and surgery are the options. Chinese medicine treats middle-qi sinking, kidney deficiency and damp-heat patterns alongside, with a strong preventive exercise focus.
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Lifestyle & Diet
- •Pelvic-floor physiotherapy is proven and often effective — start there.
- •Pessaries (supportive devices) work well when surgery isn't wanted.
- •Avoid heavy lifting; treat constipation; maintain healthy weight.
- •Surgery is available for significant prolapse.
Cautions & Contraindications
- •No deep needling over protruding tissue.[]
When to reassess or seek care again
Review every 8 weeks with gynaecology: prolapse grade, function, pessary fit.
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Sources & Further Reading
Clinical guidance, red flags and safety notes on this page draw on the following current sources alongside the classical references above.
- NHS · 2024
- National Library of Medicine · 2024
- Healthdirect Australia · 2024
Educational reference for licensed practitioners. Not a substitute for individual clinical assessment. Refer to conventional care for any red-flag or undiagnosed presentation.