Men have a pelvic floor too!
When you hear the term “pelvic floor” most of us probably think we are about to hear information which only pertains to the female...
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thefitpelvis
- Aug 25
- 2 min
Why is it important to understand my cycle?
Your menstrual cycle is controlled by hormonal changes which ultimately lead to the shedding of uterine lining each month, or roughly...
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thefitpelvis
- Aug 11
- 2 min
I'm so stressed out about my pain
Chronic pain is a term that describes pain that lasts for an extended period of time beyond normal recovery. Chronic pain may develop...
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thefitpelvis
- Jun 2
- 2 min
Can lupus affect my pelvic floor?
What is Lupus? Lupus is an autoimmune disease. Autoimmune diseases are conditions in which your own immune system attacks your body. ...
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thefitpelvis
- May 19
- 2 min
If my blood pressure is high during pregnancy do I have preeclampsia?
What is Preeclampsia Preeclampsia is a condition which develops after the 20th week of pregnancy or during the postpartum period. Women...
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thefitpelvis
- May 5
- 2 min
Could I develop osteoporosis?
What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is the term used to describe weak brittle bones. New bone growth occurs regularly in the body. ...
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thefitpelvis
- Apr 21
- 2 min
Does breastfeeding cause you pain?
The transition to motherhood comes with many adjustments. Learning what is normal and not normal is key to understanding your body and...
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thefitpelvis
- Apr 7
- 3 min
What's the connection between stress and endometriosis?
So what’s the link between stress and endometriosis? Have you been hearing more and more about how managing stress can play a key role in...
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thefitpelvis
- Jan 13
- 2 min
Do men have a pelvic floor?
Yes! Men have a pelvic floor and it does all the same things that the pelvic floor does for women. Everyone needs the pelvic floor...
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thefitpelvis
- Nov 25, 2021
- 2 min
Will my bladder symptoms worsen if I have a drink over the holidays?
Planning to have any alcohol over the holidays? If you have had any issues with your bladder recently, keep in mind alcohol is...
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thefitpelvis
- Nov 18, 2021
- 2 min
Can itching in my vulvar region being something other than a yeast infection?
Lichen Sclerosus. Are you familiar with this condition? It’s a skin condition which primarily affects the tissues of the genital and anal...
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thefitpelvis
- Nov 11, 2021
- 2 min
Why does it hurt to urinate?
Have you experienced symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI)? Common symptoms include burning with urination, pelvic pressure,...
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thefitpelvis
- Nov 4, 2021
- 2 min
How often should I pee?
The typical bladder can hold 400-600 ml of urine. A better understanding of 600 ml is 20.29 ounces. Most of us have picked up a 20...
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thefitpelvis
- Oct 28, 2021
- 4 min
Leaking when you jump is scary!
As I stated in a previous blog, leaking urine during daily activities is not something you have to live with the rest of your life. Many...
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thefitpelvis
- Oct 21, 2021
- 1 min
Understanding how my breast cancer medications can affect my sex life
Two medications used to treat breast cancer are tamoxifen and aromatase inhibitors. Both of these medications are considered endocrine...
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thefitpelvis
- Oct 7, 2021
- 2 min
Physical Therapy After Breast Reconstruction
Most people recognize the need for physical therapy following an episode of low back pain, a knee injury or even after a shoulder surgery....
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thefitpelvis
- Sep 30, 2021
- 2 min
Need guidelines to start a new exercise program?
Are you ready to start a new exercise program, but don’t know where to start? Before you get started, make sure you have clearance from...
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thefitpelvis
- Sep 23, 2021
- 1 min
Are you experiencing frequent urinary tract infections(UTIs)?
Are you experiencing frequent urinary tract infections? Have you ever considered testing your vagina’s pH? A pH scale is used to specify...
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thefitpelvis
- Sep 9, 2021
- 1 min
Is yoga safe for me and my baby?
Did you know that performing yoga during your pregnancy not only is great exercise, but can help prepare you for childbirth? Yoga...
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thefitpelvis
- Aug 26, 2021
- 2 min
Can I do sit-ups and crunches with diastasis?
A diastasis rectus abdominis (DRA) is the term used to describe the separation of the abdominal muscles from the midline (linea alba). ...
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