Top 5 tips for healing prolapse symptoms
Discover 5 evidence based tips for healing prolapse symptoms naturally; from breathing techniques to whole body strengthening. Learn how to manage pelvic organ prolapse and return to activities you love
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Can I go to the gym with prolapse?
Can I go to the gym with prolapse? The short answer to “can I go to the gym with a prolapse” is yes! Pelvic organ prolapse is not a contra-indication for exercise or strength training. But if you have pelvic organ prolapse and feel anxious about getting back to the gym, here are 3 things
The new definition of pelvic organ prolapse
The new definition of pelvic organ prolapse You may have been given a prolapse diagnosis even if you weren’t/aren’t experiencing any symptoms. This often leads to feeling floored or blindsided because you had absolutely no idea there had been any change to the position of your organs. A more recent clinical definition by the ICS
Will Kegels fix my prolapse?
Will Kegels fix my prolapse? Will Kegels fix my prolapse is a very common question. So, let’s look at the ways that Kegels (or pelvic floor exercises) might help prolapse. Plus, also the ways and reasons why Kegels won’t work, and of course, what to do instead! What are Kegels? Kegels (we’ll also use
3 ways your pelvic organs move
Did you know your pelvic organs move (and this is normal!). This blog outlines the normal movement of organs in daily life and activities.
3 mistakes you are making with your pelvic floor exercises
3 mistakes you are making with your pelvic floor exercises If you are experiencing pelvic floor symptoms such as leaking, prolapse, pelvic pain, or recovery from birth or gynae surgery, it’s likely that you have been told to do pelvic floor exercises. These squeezes of the pelvic floor muscles are the first line of treatment
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How to rehab and rebuild after a prolapse diagnosis
How to rehab and rebuild after a prolapse diagnosis This blog outlines 2 phases of training after a prolapse diagnosis – rehab and rebuild! The new definition of Pelvic Organ Prolapse according to the ICS (International Continence Society) includes the following 2 elements The descent or departure of one or more of the pelvic organs
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5 things about prolapse that don’t make sense
5 things about prolapse that don’t make sense Many things about prolapse don’t make sense. But, through education, we can try and make sense of these things. This leads to a better understanding of our bodies, as well as how to navigate life with prolapse. This blog will describe 5 things about prolapse that don’t
Debunking myths – weight lifting and prolapse
Weightlifting and prolapse – debunking the myths Weight lifting has long been a subject of concern when it comes to pelvic health, particularly in relation to pelvic organ prolapse (POP). However, recent research studies challenge the notion that weight lifting is inherently harmful to the pelvic floor. In this blog, we’ll delve into 3 specific
Research about lifting weights and prolapse
Research about lifting weights and prolapse There are lots of opinions and ideas about lifting weights with prolapse. But we can’t equal this in terms of the volume of research! Given the amount of fear-mongering or talk of safe or unsafe (lifting being considered unsafe…) exercises, let’s dig into the research we do have! What