By Alexis Brooks Pelvic Health Dietitian Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a complex hormonal disorder that affects 1 in 10 women, can impact many aspects of a woman’s health and quality of life. From irregular periods to insulin resistance, digestive issues, and fatigue, those who live with PCOS may experience great discomfort regularly. Unfortunately, when many …
By Dr. Sadie Allison Sexologist It’s a common misconception that sex has to involve penetration. Finding alternative ways of exploring pleasure with your partner can deepen your emotional connection and help you experience new avenues of sexual arousal and satisfaction. Non-penetrative sex (otherwise known as outercourse), can be particularly beneficial for women who often don’t …
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By Dr. Jessica Drummond DCN, CNS, PT Author of Outsmart Endometriosis One of the most frustrating challenges that those with endometriosis face is how to relieve the chronic bloating known as “Endo Belly.” Over the years, my practice has seen thousands of endometriosis warriors struggling with this, and we have developed an integrative protocol for relieving …
By Julie Sarton PT, DPT, WCS Scope of the Problem Painful sex is more common than you think. Studies indicate anywhere from 25-60% of women will experience sexual pain at some point in their life. (Trahan 2019). Painful sex (also known as Dyspareunia) can cut across the entire lifespan. In fact, 9/10 women will experience …
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By Bonnie Gross (Writer, Producer, Vulvodynia & Vaginismus Warrior) & Nancy Boyd (Director, Vaginismus Warrior) For Bonnie Gross & Nancy Boyd, a trip to the gynaecologist was like a horror movie, so they teamed together to make a story about vaginal pain with a “happy ending.” Lady Parts is a dramedy feature film where a …
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By Jess Seitz OTR/L, Vaginismus Warrior For many women who face vaginismus, the challenges they encounter go far beyond their pelvic floor response. There is an unseen and often unacknowledged impact of vaginismus on the body, mind, and soul that can leave a woman feeling defeated beyond her understanding. Many women who experience vaginismus are …
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By Lara Desrosiers MSc, OT, POP Warrior Prolapse recovery often involves ups and downs. I consider a setback to be any experience with my POP that might send me into a tailspin of worry about my POP getting worse, helplessness in my mission to manage my POP, and feeling like I am back at square …
By Cait Van Damm Occupational Therapist, Pelvic Pain Specialist The Misunderstood Vagina There’s a cultural narrative about what constitutes an “ideal” vagina, which is both pervasive and problematic. The subtle insinuations of this “ideal” were prevalent as I grew up. It was shocking for me to discover, as a pelvic floor therapist, that some women …
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By Kyle Hartman PT, DPT Sexual intimacy is a crucial aspect of human relationships, contributing to our emotional connection with ourself and others, our physical health, and our overall well being. Unbeknownst to most, sex is considered a basic, physiological human need accord to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. However, many individuals experience sexual dysfunction, which …
By Dr. Aakriti Agrawal PT, DPT Living with chronic pelvic pain can be an overwhelming and isolating experience; often feeling as though the pain is controlling every aspect of your life. But there is hope. A transformative technique called somatic tracking has the potential to offer relief and can empower you to take back control …
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