As an athlete, girls have been told it’s ok if they leak. Is this true? Performing impact sports such as running or gymnastics can fatigue the pelvic floor muscles that hold the pelvis together and support the pelvic organs. Pelvic floor muscles must be strengthened and work together with the abdominals and deep back muscles.Continue reading “As an athlete, girls have been told it’s ok if they leak. Is this true?”
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Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy in the Olympic Games 2016 Rio de Janeiro/Brazil
Cristiane Carboni, ICS Physiotherapy Committee member, recently interviewed the pelvic floor physiotherapy team that will be attending the Olympic games 2016. This team of specialists will be providing therapy for the pelvic floor muscles of the Olympic athletes. ‘They are an amazing group!” said Christiane, “and we are so pleased that they have taken theContinue reading “Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy in the Olympic Games 2016 Rio de Janeiro/Brazil”
The importance of a well-fitting shoe
“A well-fitting shoe is very important to us all. We, of course, recommend that you get fitted for your athletic shoes at a specialty running store such as Fleet Feet. The fit specialist can ensure that the shoe is fitting properly.” says Jeff Wells, owner of Fleet Feet Sports in Richmond, Va. “In general, expect yourContinue reading “The importance of a well-fitting shoe”
Learn. Dream. Live. Run.
As a women’s health specialist, my practice is centered around nurturing, educating and healing women of all ages. As such, I am so very blessed to also be involved in some young women’s lives through an organization called Girls On the Run! “Girls on the Run® is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to creating aContinue reading “Learn. Dream. Live. Run.”
“Oh yeah, I can do those Kegels . . . cool, no problem”
Q: What was your awareness of your pelvic floor before having children? “You know, I felt like I had a pretty good grasp of what’s in the pelvic floor and how my body worked. Going into it . . . I thought I knew what I was doing.” Q: What was the biggest change after givingContinue reading ““Oh yeah, I can do those Kegels . . . cool, no problem””
Physical Therapy For Improved Functionality In Daily Living
While you are reading this – take a nice deep breath in. Now exhale. Feels great, right? Although proper breathing feels great, chances are that you hold your breath throughout the day without even realizing it, especially while concentrating, or performing actions such as lifting, reaching and pulling. Almost all individuals have a tendency toContinue reading “Physical Therapy For Improved Functionality In Daily Living”
First Pharmacologic Treatment Approved for Women’s Sexual Dysfunction
Well, they finally did it! The FDA has approved the first Pharmacologic treatment for women who suffer with hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD). As a long time member of ISSWSH, I have been following the development of this story closely, and was thrilled when I received the following news . . . It is withContinue reading “First Pharmacologic Treatment Approved for Women’s Sexual Dysfunction”
“The French Government Wants To Tone My Vagina”
In the age of information, including the internet, an individual can research any topic. Since each person has limited knowledge, discerning fact from fiction is often a challenge. In regards to postpartum rehabilitation, most women seek their own fitness plan to snap back from magazines and the internet. Women are seldom advised by their ownContinue reading ““The French Government Wants To Tone My Vagina””
“Is Painful Intercourse Normal After Having a Baby?”
Scenario: Mandy gave birth to a healthy baby boy and was cleared to have sex at her six week visit. She was excited to be healing and getting back to her regular activities but was not as relieved to hear this news about sex. She felt that she still looked pregnant, was tired and tenseContinue reading ““Is Painful Intercourse Normal After Having a Baby?””
“I have to take care of myself, so that I can take care of my family.”
Pelvic floor physical therapy is an important part of every woman’s postpartum recovery! Listen to this patient’s testimonial on how our Postpartum Strong® sessions helped her reduce pain and improve function. “I have to take care of myself, so that I can take care of my family.” “I first came to Women’s Health Physical TherapyContinue reading ““I have to take care of myself, so that I can take care of my family.””
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