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Posts About Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction

Posted by: Ryan C. Schoonover, PCPNP on Feb 17, 2026


Kids with certain medical conditions may have painful stools or unexpected accidents—but they still want to play sports, go to sleepovers, and have fun like everyone else. Bowel management programs, using enemas or oral medicines, can help kids stay clean, comfortable, and confident in everyday life.

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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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Coping with Colorectal Issues

Coping With Colorectal and Bowel Management Issues

Aug 03, 2022

Coping with a chronic colorectal condition can be difficult, but there are common tips and resources for children and families to find a system that works best. Read More

pelvic floor physical therapy

Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy: How It Can Help

Jul 20, 2022

Patients with complex colorectal issues often struggle with constipation, difficulty emptying the bladder, and urine and stool accidents. In addition to medical and surgical treatments, some patients can benefit from pelvic floor physical therapy. Read More

Sacral Nerve Stimulation

What Is Sacral Nerve Stimulation?

Jun 28, 2022

For patients who struggle with bowel and bladder accidents, there are many treatment options that can help. Treatment options include medications, physical therapy, behavioral training, mechanical bowel flushes, and sometimes surgery. Read More

Blog CCPR Visit

Why Is My CCPR Clinic Visit So Long?

May 23, 2022

The Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction was created to be a “one stop shop” for the most complex colorectal patients and their needs. Read More

Blog Urology Reconstruction

Urology Reconstruction: What Are the Options?

Apr 26, 2022

One of the reasons families come to the Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction is the multi-disciplinary, collaborative approach to care to provide the best possible care to their child. Our team represents urology, gynecology, colorectal, psychology, social work, and child life. Read More

Medical assessment between provider and patient.

Gynecologic Assessment in CCPR

Feb 01, 2022

The gynecologic assessment with our Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction (CCPR) team begins with a review of all medical records available to us at the time of intake. Read More

Parent giving a child a medication.

Tips and Tricks for Swallowing Pills and Liquid Medications

Jan 06, 2022

We know that taking medication can sometimes be a challenge. Here are a few suggestions that our Child Life Specialists have found to be helpful for both pills and liquid medication. Read More

child sitting on a toilet holding toilet paper

Toileting for Kiddos With Complex Colorectal Needs

May 25, 2021

With children who have complex colorectal needs, their toileting time may look different with less privacy and more time needed in the bathroom. These children may feel “abnormal” due to their colorectal needs and could lead to difficulty accepting their diagnosis or connecting with peers. Read More