Diet, drinking enough and exercise obviously helps to a point, but it seems this is as much a mechanical issue beyond all that, which is why I need physio. I seem to altered sensation as well.
Yes, CLKD, if I haven't heard by the time I get back from my holiday, I'll ring the physio to see where I stand appointment wise. What a lovely job......re-educating bowels! Not one that was mentioned when given career advice at school!