Pelvic Health Resource Round-Up January & February

Written By Ralph Zipper

Explore top pelvic health resources that made the news in January & February 2025

Exploring Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in Men 

Did you know one in twelve men will experience pelvic floor dysfunction in their lifetime? Symptoms of PFD can include urinary urgency, constipation, and pain or sexual dysfunction, particularly after surgeries like prostate removal.  Here the British Medical Journal examines how these issues can affect mental health in men, who may feel embarrassed or isolated by these conditions.

 

The Gender Pain Gap Panel

Giulia Jones, Dr. Olivia Ong, Holly McCarthy, and Georgie Dent address the serious impact of the gender pain gap within the women’s health industry in this panel discussion from the 2024 Women’s Health & Wellbeing Summit.

 

Breaking the Stigma in Women’s Sports

Pelvic floor disorders affect 1 in 3 women in sports. Emerging athletes in Australia are using pelvic health education to erase stigma from this common condition and support women’s health in sports like powerlifting and gymnastics. The article reviews:

  • Pelvic floor symptoms that drive participants away from sport

  • A rundown of why pelvic floor disorders can impact anyone, regardless of age

  • Common myths about pelvic floor disorders

 

Biofeedback for SUI Treatment

A new study from JAMA Network Open reveals that combining pressure-mediated biofeedback with pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) significantly improves stress urinary incontinence (SUI) recovery for postpartum moms compared to PFMT alone.

 

The Truth Behind Retrograde Menstruation

Retrograde menstruation (RM) is a condition where blood flows backward from the fallopian tubes and into the peritoneal cavity. Researchers at Medical News Today explore the theory that RM may lead to endometrial tissue growth outside of the uterus. The article includes:

  • A review of RM research

  • Possible causes of RM

  • Endometriosis support resources

  • RM and endometriosis FAQs

 

A Closer Look At Cerebral Endometriosis

In rare cases, endometriosis has been found in the brain. Learn more about key symptoms and treatment options for cerebral endometriosis. The article includes:

  • A review of what endometriosis is

  • Signs and symptoms of cerebral endometriosis

  • Causes of endometriosis in the brain

  • Ways that cerebral endometriosis is diagnosed

  • Treatment options

 

Bridge The Gap Between Zinc and Pelvic Health

A recent study suggests a potential link between higher dietary zinc intake and an increased risk of developing endometriosis. Take a closer look at zinc, the functions of zinc in cell production and human production, and more.

 

Financial Matters with Alyse Bradley

Alyse Bradley shares her story to help other women with pelvic pain learn about the financial impact of the gender health gap for women living with chronic illnesses. Alyse did the math and discovered that the economic impact of her multiple chronic conditions had cost her at least $400,000 over the last two decades. Read more about the gender health gap and get involved in the conversation.

 

The Pelvic Health Podcast

Tune in to The Pelvic Health Podcast to hear physiotherapists Lori Forner, Joelene Murdoch, and Tamara Woods discuss all things pelvic health, including in-the-clinic tips to support healthcare providers

 

Journey to the Endometrium: Addressing the Roots of Slow Progress

Researchers at Nature Genetics are mapping the endometrium to better understand the progression of endometriosis to pave the way for future novel diagnostics and therapeutics.

 

Symptoms of A Tight Pelvic Floor

Review 7 signs of a tight pelvic floor and help your patients focus on muscle relaxation as a method to provide relief. The article summarizes the top 7 signs of a tight pelvic floor:

  • Painful insertion

  • Issues with sexual health

  • Stress urinary incontinence

  • Constipation

  • Lower back pain

  • Feelings of heaviness

  • Difficulty with Kegels

 

POP Doesn’t Always Mean a Hysterectomy is Needed

Learn more about the process of pelvic organ prolapse and why there’s a common misconception that pelvic organ prolapse and a hysterectomy always go hand-in-hand. The article includes:

  • A review of why hysterectomy has historically been the default

  • Surgical outcomes of patients with POP who did and did not have a hysterectomy

  • Benefits of preserving the uterus

  • The importance of patient-centered care

 

Taking the Floor Podcast

Check out Taking the Floor, a new podcast co-hosted by Hinge Health physical therapists. The podcast shares pelvic health tidbits, tips, and professional advice.

 

Rehabilitate. Run. Relief.

Researchers have published a first-of-its-kind study introducing a rehabilitation model that assesses the full spectrum of pregnancy to postpartum.  The model offers safe exercise progressions that enable new moms to return to regular exercise postpartum. Check out the article for tips to:

  • Normalize the conversation about pelvic health

  • Discover the power of daily goals and progressions

  • Mental health benefits of postpartum exercise

 

Musculoskeletal Considerations in Female Patients with Chronic Pelvic Pain

Researchers explore the connection between pelvic floor myofascial pain and other pelvic floor disorder symptoms in this study of women with chronic pelvic pain.

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