Is A Pessary Right For Me?
Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) can cause a woman to experience many symptoms – incontinence, a heavy feeling in the vagina, or feeling like you are sitting on a ball are all associated with POP. If you have struggled with a prolapse, have not found relief from physical therapy, and are not ready for surgery, a […]
What To Expect With A Hysterectomy
A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure done to remove a woman’s uterus. There are several potential reasons a woman may need a hysterectomy; What To Expect With A Hysterectomy: Uterine Fibroids that cause bleeding, pain and other problems Abnormal vaginal bleeding Chronic pelvic pains Endometriosis Cancer of uterus, ovaries or cervix This operation is either […]
Preparing Your Pelvic Floor For Pregnancy And Beyond
A guest blog written by Michelle Herbst, PT Congratulations! As you prepare for your baby there is a lot to think about. Doctor’s appointments. Baby showers. Child care. Nervous talks with the Dad-to-be. And, don’t forget – YOU. When you start sharing your news – everyone will give you advice. Some stories will be embellished […]
With Incontinence Treatment, Educating Yourself Is Half The Battle
Millions of Americans experience some form of incontinence. And, while this condition affects both genders, if you are a woman, you are more likely to suffer from incontinence than men due to things like pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause. There are several different types of incontinence you may experience: Stress Urinary Incontinence: SUI occurs when any […]
What To Know About Post-Pregnancy Recovery
As a pregnant woman, you are bombarded with information – books, blogs, websites, and even strangers on the street love to regale you with stories about what you can expect during this glorious time. Overly emotional? Check. Crazy heartburn? Yep. Strange cravings? You got it. Everyone has heard these stories and for most women, it’s […]
When The “Going Problem” Becomes A Growing Problem
Concluding his 3-part series on urinary incontinence in men suffering with benign prostatic hyperplasia, Dr. Richard Roach, of Advanced Urology in Oxford, FL, shares the story of a patient who found an alternative to chronic urinary catheter use. In my first two posts on the BHEALTH blog, I outlined the link between urinary retention […]
The Hidden (And Not-So-Hidden) Dangers Of Treating Incontinence With Urinary Catheters
This is the second in a 3-part series on urinary incontinence in men suffering with benign prostatic hyperplasia. Dr. Richard Roach, of Advanced Urology in Oxford, FL, discusses the challenges of using urinary catheters to treat men with BPH-related incontinence, and the drawbacks of long-term catheterization. In my last BHEALTH blog post, we touched […]
4 Bad Habits That May Be Contributing To Your Incontinence
Think Incontinence is just something that happens to us as we age? Think again. Incontinence affects over 25 million Americans, and can happen to anyone, at any age. There are many things that may put you at risk for bladder leaks, including these four lifestyle habits: Smoking. Need yet another reason to kick this bad […]
BPH And Incontinence
This is the first in a 3-part series on urinary incontinence in men suffering with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Dr. Richard Roach, of Advanced Urology in Oxford, FL, discusses disease state, symptoms and treatments. Bearing in mind the fantastic wealth of resources available on the National Association for Continence BHEALTH blog, I thought I […]
The Importance Of Posture
Believe it or not, standing up straight is one of the most important things to remember when you’re trying to keep your pelvic floor healthy.
Will Herbal Remedies Help My OAB Symptoms?
Thinking about trying to treat your overactive bladder with an herbal concoction? Many think that an herbal treatment may be more natural than medication, but be careful – herbal remedies do not go through the same rigorous testing and approval process with the Food and Drug Administration (the FDA) as approved medications do. This means […]
What Is Pelvic Pain Disorder?
Pelvic pain is pain that you experience in the lowermost part of your abdomen and pelvis. It can occur in both men and women, however, it is more common in women.
