Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Vulvodynia: What it is, symptoms, treatment and more
For reasons that can't always be explained, some women experience pain in their external genital area.
Feb 20, 2023
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News tagged with pelvic floor muscles
Obstetrics & gynaecology
Exercise solution for gym-going women with continence concerns
Women with continence issues are reluctant to continue many sports and gym programs, but new research has found a way to help women undertake resistance training that will help reduce the risk of stress urinary incontinence.
Feb 10, 2023
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Early adulthood physical activity may be associated with symptoms of pelvic floor disorders in middle-aged women
The prevalence of pelvic floor disorders increases as women approach menopausal years. In addition to hormonal changes, several factors contribute to pelvic floor disorders, including natural aging of the connective tissue, ...
Feb 1, 2023
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Choosing a cesarean birth to 'protect' your pelvic floor? Here's why that won't necessarily work
It's commonly understood that having a baby can be a primary cause of later pelvic floor problems, such as bladder leakage. While giving birth can be a very special and joyful time, it can sometimes be difficult returning ...
Nov 23, 2022
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Health
Glute force: Why big, strong bum muscles matter for your overall health
The glutes are the large, powerful muscles in your bum that help support the pelvis, stabilise the hip joint and allow the hip to move.
Nov 7, 2022
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Pessaries are still a taboo topic, but these ancient devices help many women
A vaginal pessary is a removable device inserted in the vagina to support its walls or uterus (support pessary) or for bladder leakage (continence pessary).
Aug 23, 2022
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Health
Study finds that use of yoga app can reduce urinary incontinence
People with loss of urinary control who used the Yoga of Immortals mobile app—a globally used app that combines specific yogic postures in the Sanatan tradition with breathing exercises, sound therapy and meditation—found ...
Jul 26, 2022
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Health
Consumer health: Gentlemen, are you doing your Kegels?
June is Men's Health Month, which makes this a good time to learn more about the benefits of Kegels for men.
Jun 21, 2022
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Vaginal birth after caesarean increases the risk of serious perineal tear by 20%
Pregnant women who previously birthed by cesarean section are presented with a choice: whether to try for a vaginal birth, or book in for a repeat caesar.
Jan 28, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
New study shows couple CBT effective in alleviating pain during intercourse
One in five women experience pain during intercourse. The latest edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, the bible of American psychiatrists, lists it under "genito-pelvic pain or penetration ...
May 24, 2021
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