Signs your child might have constipation
Emily Bell
17/04/2023
Emily is one of our physiotherapists who specialises in injuries or conditions around the the lower back and pelvis. Issues with your bowels can include consitpation and lower back pain. Regular voiding of your bowels mean you have a healthy diet. If you or your children are experiencing issues with your bowels, you can review the Bristol Stool Chart.
Bristol Stool Chart
- Small hard stools: 1-2 on the Bristol Stool Chart
- Very large stools that block the toilet bowl
- Very loose stools: 6-7 on the Bristol Stool Chart
- Lots of bottom wiping each time they go to the toilet
- Skid marks observable on underwear
- Faecal incontinence (unable to control bowel movements and get faeces leakage
- Recurrent complaints of stomach aches
- Bed wetting
If your child is suffering from any of the signs or symptoms listed above, book them in to see Emily, one of our pelvic floor physiotherapist’s to help improve your child’s bowel habits and quality of life. In addition you can also book an appointment wih our Dietitian, Sara Grafenauer.
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