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Lower Back Stretches to Ease Morning Back Stiffness
August 29, 2019 By Leave a Comment
If you wake up with lower back stiffness you may benefit from this simple routine of lower back stretches. These lower back stretches and mobility exercises are perfect for when you first wake up and can be completed lying in bed. This gentle 5 minute routine safely mobilizes the joints and tissues in your lower […]
Modified Deadlift for Women With Prolapse or After Hysterectomy
February 14, 2019 By 6 Comments
Modified deadlift is a helpful exercise to know for exercising safely with prolapse problems or after a hysterectomy, Deadlift is a strengthening exercise for the lower back, buttocks and thighs. It’s a highly effective exercise however pelvic floor and/or lower back injury can result when performed using inappropriate technique. Deadlift is easily modified to reduce […]
Side Plank Abdominal Core Exercise for Women With Prolapse
October 31, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Are you looking for prolapse-friendly abdominal core exercises? Have you considered the modified Side Plank (or Side Bridge) for strengthening your core and trimming your waist? Side Plank is a pelvic floor friendly core abdominal exercise. You may wish to consider including this core exercise in your regular core workout. Read on to learn […]
How to Keep Your Zumba Workout Safe for Your Prolapse
October 10, 2018 By 4 Comments
Is Zumba safe with a prolapse? Can you modify Zumba to reduce prolapse symptoms and your risk of prolapse worsening? Yes! Fortunately many Zumba moves can be modified to help you enjoy your Zumba workout and reduce your risk of prolapse worsening. This Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist information teaches you how to modify the Zumba […]
12 Practical Kegel Exercises Reminders For Busy Women
June 15, 2018 By 13 Comments
Do you need some easy Kegel Exercises reminders? Is your life just too busy to find the time? You’re not alone! Most women say that when it comes to pelvic floor strengthening, finding the time and remembering to do their Kegels are some of their biggest challenges. These 12 practical Kegel exercises reminders help you […]
7 Pelvic Floor Recovery Tips for the Duchess of Cambridge, Dear Kate …
April 29, 2018 By 2 Comments
Dear Kate Congratulations on the safe arrival of baby Louis! As a health professional, I’m concerned about your pelvic floor recovery; you must have missed your Women’s Health Physiotherapist visit (having left hospital soon after giving birth). Louis is a big boy weighing 3.8 kg ( 8 lb 6 oz) and reportedly the biggest royal […]
Interval Walking Tops Regular Walking For Health & Fitness
June 8, 2016 By 3 Comments
Have you heard of interval walking? Does this sound like it might be a manageable exercise for you? Some forms of high intensity interval training are too demanding to stick with long-term. Most women can manage interval walking including many with pelvic floor problems! Even better … interval walking is more effective than regular walking […]
How Safe Is Pelvic Floor Splinting With Prolapse and Bowel Emptying?
May 18, 2016 By 9 Comments
Many women support (splint) their pelvic floor during bowel emptying. If you’re one of the many women who use this technique, take comfort in the knowledge that you’re definitely not alone! Read on now to learn: What is pelvic floor splinting? When is pelvic floor splinting used? Benefits versus risks? What is Pelvic Floor Splinting? […]
Is Rebounder Exercise Safe For Your Pelvic Floor?
May 11, 2016 By 9 Comments
How safe is rebounder exercise for your pelvic floor? Does rebounding increase your risk of pelvic floor problems worsening? Many women ask whether the potential pelvic floor risks outweigh the benefits of rebounding exercises. Read on now to learn: What is rebounding exercise? What are the potential health benefits? How safe is rebounding exercise for your […]