Chronic proctalgia is defined as recurrent episodes of rectal pain, with episodes lasting more than 20 minutes.

This simple technique could improve the accuracy of anorectal manometry results and evaluation in a larger population of symptomatic patients is warranted. Their biofeedback treatment protocol included teaching pelvic floor muscle relaxation with intra-anal EMG biofeedback, and defecatory retraining using rectal balloon therapy.A small, flexible, lubricated tube, about the size of a thermometer, with a deflated balloon at the end is inserted into the rectum.

Biofeedback techniques using anal manometry and special exercises of the pelvic floor muscles can strengthen the muscles and improve sensation. Anorectal manometry is a noninvasive procedure to evaluate the function of the rectal and anal muscles. Credit products are provided exclusively by Klarna Bank AB, which is authorised and regulated by the Swedish Financial Services Authority, with limited supervision by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Although patients are a little hesitant initially, once they start to see their symptoms improve they are very thankful we encouraged them to try it as part of their treatment plan.