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26 Dec What is diastasis recti?
It might sound like a muscle in itself, however, diastasis recti is actually a condition where the outer abdominal muscles (rectus abdominus) separate, forming a gap. It may occur anywhere along the midline of these muscles. The condition is most commonly associated with pregnant women,...
03 Dec Unfortunately, there is no holidaying from maintaining pelvic health
It’s the holiday season again – time for a much-needed break, for a bit of fun and frivolity, and time for indulgence… Well, maybe not entirely. Although it is the holiday season, you would still be wise to continue taking care of your pelvic health.
20 Nov Weighing down – the pelvic floor benefits of weight loss
Did you know that the incidence of pelvic floor disorders in overweight individuals can be reduced or even prevented by losing a just a little bit of excess weight?
05 Nov A diet for pelvic health
The term diet generally refers to the kinds of food that an individual habitually eats. This is not necessarily for the purpose of weight loss, as it is now more commonly associated.
20 Oct Three surprising causes of incontinence
Three surprising causes of incontinence
According to the Continence Foundation of Australia over 5 million Australians are affected by bladder or bowel control problems. Many of those affected remain unaware that often, cases are preventable or treatable.
08 Oct Asthma and bladder leakage?
Asthma is not something you would commonly associate with bladder leakage. However, if you suffer from a chronic cough as a result of asthma, you may recognize the connection.
20 Sep Experiencing pain with sex and the pelvic region?
Like a lot of pain symptoms, pain within the pelvic region is difficult to see. It can also be difficult to diagnose, with many women suffering for years before finding help. It not only affects your day-to-day wellbeing, but also your intimate/sexual relationship. Common symptoms: Pain...
13 Sep Men’s Health and the Prostate….what you need to know!
Men’s Health and the Prostate....what you need to know! Slow or weak stream? Difficulty getting the flow started or a sensation of incomplete bladder emptying? Sleep disrupted due to frequent night toilet visits? Pain during or after weeing? These are all signs of bladder dysfunction, and for men, the culprit may well be the prostate.
01 Sep It’s Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
It’s September again, which means that it is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australian men? The numbers are startling, with around 20,000 men in Australia being diagnosed and close to 3,300 deaths each...