January/February Blog: Pelvic Health Resource Round-Up

Explore 15 pelvic health resources that made the news in January and February 2024.

#1 Making Strides Toward Pelvic Wellness

Learn why female runners need to pay attention to their pelvic floor in this runner’s guide to managing pelvic pain. The guide includes a review of:

• What is the pelvic floor?

• How does running affect the pelvic floor?

• What is pelvic floor pain in runners?

• Signs of pelvic floor dysfunction in runners

• Risk factors for runners

• How to reduce stress while running

#2 The Power of Transvaginal Photobiomodulation (TV-BPM)

Urology Gold Journal publishes on transvaginal photobiomodulation in a cohort of women with pelvic muscle tenderness and bladder pain syndrome.

#3 Stretch It Out

Are your patients experiencing lower back pain? These 8 yoga poses may be able to ease the pain: 

• Child’s Pose

• Cat Cow Pose

• Downward Dog

• Ragdoll

• Modified Side Plank

• Locust

• Windshield Wiper Twist

• Knees to Chest (Knee Hug)

#4 Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and Emotional Resilience

Pelvic floor dysfunction and emotional resilience go hand in hand. Discover how a calm mind can help ease your patient’s symptoms in this quick read. The article includes tips to leverage breathing as a key to building emotional resilience and healing pelvic floor dysfunction.

#5 Top 5 Myths About Pelvic Pain

Learn 5 common misconceptions about pelvic pain management and ways to find relief:

1. Pelvic pain might just be in your head and will eventually go away.

2. Menstruation can cause pain, it’s normal.

3. Pain during sex is normal.

4. The level of your pain indicates the severity of your condition.

5.  Pelvic pain doesn’t affect young women.

#6 Obesity and Chronic Pain

Discover how treating comorbidities can relieve pain in obese pelvic pain patients. The article includes approaches to managing chronic pain in obese patients and techniques to overcome barriers to exercise.

#7 Pelvic Floor Exercises…The Right Way

Certified personal trainer Lauren Roxburgh shares why she trains her clients NOT to have a tight pelvic floor. The article discusses why creating a strong and resilient pelvic floor is more important than tightness.

#8 Breathe Deeper

Physical therapists share how proper breathing techniques can help patients on their pelvic floor pain management journey. Learn how things as simple as deep breathing can help alleviate symptoms. The article emphasizes that pelvic floor dysfunction, which can manifest itself in many ways, can impact people of all ages and genders.

#9 Back to Balance

Learn how pelvic floor therapies can help alleviate low back pain. This article reviews ways to strengthen core muscles to relieve strain on the pelvis. Learn about pelvic floor exercises, manual therapies, and yoga and pilates exercises to reduce low back pain.

#10 Deep Dive Into Men’s Pelvic Health

Pelvic dysfunction impacts men and women alike. Check out this video to review signs, symptoms, and treatments for pelvic conditions that commonly impact men.

#11 Diagnosing Endometriosis, an Infographic

Here’s the rundown on what diagnostics can (and cannot) detect endometriosis. Check out this infographic for a quick refresher.

#12 Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy and Women’s Health

Pelvic floor physiotherapy targets many conditions connected to pelvic floor muscles. Learn how this distinct branch of physical therapy is helping manage pain associated with various pelvic conditions at different stages of life.

#13 A New Kind of Care

Check out this article to understand the role of holistic pelvic care and why it works for some women, and not others.

#14 Why Kegel Exercises Aren’t Enough

Kegels are helpful, but they may not be enough to address pelvic dysfunction. Learn effective ways to improve pelvic health. The article reviews:

• Demographics more prone to pelvic pain

• The benefits of keeping a pelvic pain journal

• Common causes of pelvic pain

• Weak muscles that can contribute to pelvic pain, and exercises that can help

#15 10 Tips for Better Pelvic Health

Share these 10 benefits of pelvic floor therapy with your patients and inspire them to start the conversation about their pelvic health: 

1. Improved bladder control

2. Better sexual function

3. Pelvic pain management

4. Emotional well-being

5. Support during pregnancy

6. Postpartum recovery

7. Aging gracefully

8. Individualized approach

9. Preventative wellness

10. Better quality of life