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Pelvic Floor Relaxation Exercises To Reduce Pain Before Penetration
By Dee Hartmann, PT, DPT, International Speaker, Educator, and Author*To be completed while lying down *The following activities are not meant to substitute for medical or physical therapy care
Optimal Stretches for Pelvic Health
Cat/Cow Stretch Begin on hands and knees. Inhale into Cat pose by tilting the pelvis forward and arching your spine up like a cat. Exhale into Cow pose by first dropping the tailbone and curving your back. Repeat 10-15x. …
Pelvic Health
Pelvis: Foundation of support for the body Pelvic Floor: A group of muscles, ligaments and tissues that support the organs of the pelvis which include the bladder, urethra, and rectum as well as the uterus and vagina for women and prostate for…
The Biopsychosocial Approach
Traditional healthcare has often relied on a biomedical approach, where symptoms are treated independently. While this model can be effective in certain contexts, it is often limited when addressing complex conditions like pelvic health disorders. Many pelvic health concerns are…
Planning a Successful Doctor’s Visit
Arrive Prepared Do your Research Ahead of Time Review Symptoms & History Record Information Let your Guard Down
Helpful Organizations & Support Groups
Pain Organizations Pelvic Health Organizations Support Groups Canadian Pain Society International Pelvic Pain Society (IPPS) Pain BC Pain Connection Pain Society of Alberta Quebec Association of Chronic Pain (AQDC) Retrain Pain Foundation Sask Pain Society Tight Lipped U.S. Pain Foundation…
Self-Care
Compassion Self-Compassion When you’re in a moment of suffering/struggle, give the following a try: Mindfulness The Humanity Connection Kindness Source: Yoga and Science in Pain Care: Treating the Person in Pain Self-Care 3 Areas that Involve Self-Care Self-Care Suggestions Try…
What is Mindful Movement?
Involves performing exercises with intentional awareness—bringing attention to your body, your breath, and the quality of each movement. By tuning into specific areas of the body, you create space for relaxation, nervous system regulation, and improved body awareness. The breath…
Elimination Diet Plan
What is it? An elimination diet is an eating plan that removes specific foods or food groups believed to trigger adverse reactions, often related to food intolerances or sensitivities. By eliminating certain foods for a set period of time and…
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