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In this episode I discuss with Board Certified Urogynecologist, Dr. Sarah Boyles:
Types of incontinenceTypical patient flow through medical system Impact of incontinence on quality of life Reasons why incontinence may developWhat you can expect at a urogynecology appointment Treatment options (pessary, physio, bulking agents, compression, surgery) Description of surgical optionsSurgical risks Post operative instructions How effective are bladder slings?Sarah Boyles is a board certified urogynecologist (FPMRS) with more than 15 years of clinical experience treating women with pelvic floor issues. She attended medical school at the University of Pittsburgh followed by residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology at The Ohio State University. She then completed a 3 year fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery at Oregon Health & Science University. She has published extensively in her field and has been active in creating Quality Standards nationally through the American Urogynecologic Society. She has been a âTop Docâ In Portland every year for the last 7 years and loves her clinical practice.
She is passionate about educating women on their pelvic floor and especially urinary incontinence. Over the pandemic, she began creating evidence-based content for women that is easy to obtain outside the doctorâs office. Her goal is to help women understand why they are leaking and recognize the spectrum of available and proven treatment options. Her more recent work, including her YouTube channel and podcast, focus on helping women improve their bladder function while they are waiting to be seen by a specialist. Look for her new membership, which will provide detailed reviews on available incontinence products as well as a community and support, to open later this summer.
HOW TO LEARN MORE FROM SARAH:
BLOG thewomensbladderdoctor.com
SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest @thewomensbladderdoctor
YOUTUBE channel the womenâs bladder doctor
PODCAST While you wait...
ADDIIONAL RESOURCES ON BLADDER LEAKS
46. Bladder leaks with cough, sneeze and exercise with Adrienne Sim52. Discussing bladder leaks, treatments and surgery with urologist, Dr. Jennifer Locke
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In this episode I discuss with Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Rachel Fobert:
What defines constipation?What is considered ideal poopSigns and symptoms of constipation Reasons people can become constipated?Negative effects of constipation?Recommendations for softer stools How to get helpDr. Rachel Fobert is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor striving to help women with digestive system issues move from being defeated, battling their body and eventually becoming their own DIY doctor to confident and no longer allowing their symptoms to hold them back. Dr. Rachel Fobert has supported hundreds of women on their journey to feeling well with a special focus in functional constipation and Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Constipation Type (IBS-C). Realizing patients were not given much advice that was actually constipation specific yet they were dreaming of a day they had a plan beyond a laxative, downing water, eating more fiber and maybe throwing in a probiotic, Dr. Rachel wanted to do better for these women. Constipation has quickly become a risk factor for developing an eating disorder simply because of the confusion women experience around the condition itself. With years of schooling on how to read the scientific research and her naturopathic medical training Dr. Rachel dove into the literature which revealed constipation requires a personalized approach as it is difficult to treat, integrative care, doctor patient teamwork and a lot more than fiber and water. Having a deep understanding of the bowels gives Dr. Rachel a unique perspective to provide patients with well rounded, evidence based care with clear expectations (no over promising and under delivering here).
How to contact Dr. Rachel Robert:
https://rachelfobert.com
Instagram
Links Mentioned:
Bristol Stool Chart
Blue poop test
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In this episode I discuss with Dr. Rebecca Dekker from Evidence Based Birth:
What is the perineum?Different types of tearsHow often do tears happen?Factors that increase or decrease chance of tearing Side effects of tearing5 evidence based ways to decrease tearing in childbirth How are we doing in terms of evidence based care?Ways we can improve?Rebecca Dekker, a nurse with her PhD, is the founder and CEO of Evidence Based BirthÂź and the author of âBabies Are Not Pizzas: Theyâre Born, Not Delivered!â Previously, Dr. Dekker was an Assistant Professor of Nursing at the University of Kentucky. In 2016, she shifted gears to focus full time on the mission of Evidence Based Birth.Âź Dr. Dekker and Team EBB are committed to creating a world in which all families have access to safe, respectful, evidence based, and empowering care during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. EBB does this by boldly making the research evidence on childbirth freely and publicly accessible. Dr. Dekker is also host of the Evidence Based BirthÂź Podcast, with more than 5.5 million downloads!
How to contact Rebecca:
www.evidencebasedbirth.com
Evidence Based Birth Podcast
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In this episode I discuss with Lauren Barker, CEO of Uresta:
The reasons why a Canadian Urogynecologist created the device for incontinence Differences between Uresta and a pessaryWhat does Uresta look like and what does it do?SizingSuggestions for insertion and removal How long can it be left in?How well does it work and which symptoms will it best address?PricingUresta was founded by world-renowned, Canadian urogynecologist and Dalhousie University Professor Dr. Scott A. Farrell. He recognized that the options for dealing with leaks were outdated, not to mention uncomfortable, and wanted to create a non-invasive, at-home solution.
In 2014, the company was acquired by a group of accomplished Canadian female entrepreneurs. This group, headed by former CEO and current board member Carol Chapman, immediately made plans to bring this life-changing product to the world. (Dr. Farrell is still actively involved today, serving as Urestaâs Chief Medical Officer and sits on the Board of Directors.)
Today, Uresta is led by our bright and determined CEO Lauren Barker. With a background in finance and an interest in womenâs health, sheâs in good company with our shareholder group, comprised of the chair of a top Canadian bank, a CEO of a renewable energy company, the lead partner for a global consulting firm, a division head of a global pharmaceutical company, and other amazing and powerful women determined to help women with incontinence take back control of their life.
Links Mentioned in the episode:
Uresta Insider Facebook Group
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In this episode I discuss with Dr. Rachel Ollivier, Nurse Practitioner and women's health scientist based at the BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre in Vancouver, BC:
Sexual health is physical, emotional and relational The 6 week check up: What it is and what it isnâtBody image and its relationship with sexual self-imageIdentity as a mother vs. as a sexual beingWhose job is it to talk about sexual health with postpartum moms?Navigating the âright timeâ to have sex postpartumPain with intercourse postpartumInternal and external changes after birthRedefining intimacyWays we can make this easier for those coming after us Our role as care providersDr. Rachel Ollivier, PhD, NP(F), MSCP is a Nurse Practitioner who practices clinically in the areas of women's cardiovascular health and complex gynecology in addition to acting as the NP Lead for the new Menopause & Midlife Health Program at the BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre. She is passionate about bridging research with clinical practice and her expertise in postpartum sexual health stems from her doctoral research, which she completed in 2022. Dr. Ollivier developed the first patient educational tool on sexual health after birth in Canada and has completed numerous televised and podcast interviews to share her work. She is also an Adjunct Professor in the UBC School of Nursing and serves on several Boards in addition to other volunteer work.
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In this episode I discuss with Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Brittany Schamerhorn:
The menstrual cycle and changes that characterize the menopause transitionThe role of testosterone, estrogen and progesterone The various symptoms experienced by women during perimenopause and menopause (not just hot flashes!)What can someone expect when they book an appointment with a naturopathic doctorDo hormones need to be tested?The menopause transition has traditionally carried a âdoomsdayâ feeling but is actually light at the end of the tunnel?Dr. Brittany Schamerhorn is a Naturopathic Doctor, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, educator and co-founder of the Okanagan Womenâs Clinic in Kelowna BC Canada. She has a clinical focus in womenâs hormonal health. Helping women go from tired, stressed, and feeling victim to their hormones to energized, balanced, and in control. She aims to help women feel vibrant, resilient, and energized throughout every phase and transition of life.
She works hard to provide realistic, comprehensive and evidence-based care for her patients where they feel heard and respected. She believes that through education doctors can play an important role in supporting and empowering patients to achieve their health goals
She obtained her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine (now CCNM-Boucher) where she obtained the clinical excellence award upon graduation. Dr. Schamerhorn is a member and certified practitioner of The Menopause Society (previously North American Menopause Society - NAMS). As an educator, she provides talks to both the public and other healthcare professionals. She has educated clinicians in multiple capacities and is a previous instructor at the Naturopathic Medical School in Vancouver. She has completed multiple additional trainings focusing in both general health and womenâs health, including training in hormone therapy and lactation/breastfeeding.
Outside of clinical practice, Dr. Schamerhorn can be found adventuring outside with her young family. She can usually be found with a coffee in hand and too many books on the go.
Dr. Brittany Schamerhorn is currently accepting patients in person in Kelowna BC and is available for virtual care for anyone in BC.
HOW TO CONTACT BRITTANY
Instagram
www.drbrittanyschamerhorn.com
LINKS MENTIONED:The uterine cycle
Uterine cycle changes during menopause transition
ADDITIONAL EPISODES ON THE TOPIC:
79. This isnât about menopause, itâs about your health with Shirley Weir
43. Perimenopause and menopause with Michelle Lyons
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This episode is meant to follow Episode #96, Erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, urinary issues, pain and the prostate with Urologist, Dr. Matthew Ho.
In this episode with fellow physiotherapist, Corinne Wade, we discuss the physiotherapy approach to addressing some of the most common pelvic floor related symptoms that men experience.
Erectile dysfunctionPremature ejaculationUrinary issues Genital and pelvic pain Prostate related issuesCorinne Wade is a registered physiotherapist with 25 years' experience in pelvic floor physiotherapy. She has worked in both the USA and Canada. She is the proud owner of her own Pelvic Health clinic in Kelowna, BC called Kare Physiotherapy, She treats conditions such as urinary/fecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain and sexual health issues for all genders. Corinne is passionate about mythbusting and breaking the taboos around topics such as poo, pee and sex!
How to Contact Corinne
www.karephysio.comInstagram
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In this episode I sit down with Kelowna based Urologist, Dr. Matthew Ho to discuss:
What you can expect at a Urology appointmentDiagnostic tests commonly ordered Common reasons men are referred to a urologist and treatment suggestions that may be provided Urinary issuesStorage issues (frequency, urge, incontinence, pain, nighttime urination)Issues with emptying (weak flow, straining, blockage, stop/start, not fully emptying)Erectile dysfunctionGenital painPremature ejaculationProstate related issuesPhysiotherapy is a common treatment recommendation, stay tuned for the next episode where I cover the physiotherapy approach to the above symptoms
Dr. Matthew Ho is a Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada-certified Urologist practicing in Kelowna, BC. Born and raised in Vancouver, B.C., he attended the University of British Columbia for undergraduate studies and medical school. He completed his Urology residency in Vancouver and subsequently moved to Chicago for an accredited fellowship in Urologic Oncology. While he specializes in urologic cancers, Dr. Ho sees patients with the whole spectrum of urologic concerns.
How to Contact Dr. Matthew Ho
Website - www.homdurology.ca
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In this episode I sit down with dual board certified general and colorectal surgeon, Dr. Ritha Belizaire to discuss:
What are hemorrhoids? What causes anal fissures?Anal itchinessHow the pelvic floor is related to these conditionsTreatment options including creams, physio, botox, stress management, bowel hygiene, surgery and moreDr. Ritha Belizaire is a dual board certified general and colorectal surgeon in Houston, Texas and the owner of Houston Community Surgical, a solo colorectal surgery private practice. She is passionate about providing accessible, inclusive surgical care. Dr. Belizaire is an expert in colorectal related pelvic floor disorders such as rectal prolapse, fecal incontinence, chronic constipation and benign anorectal disorders and works closely with pelvic floor physical therapists to provide multidisciplinary, holistic care to her patients.
How to contact Rita
www.houstoncommunitysurgical.com
Facebook
Instagram
TikTok
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In this episode I sit down with speech language pathologist (SLP) Ashley Michaelis to discuss:
Similarities between the voice box and pelvic floor Relationship between voice, breathing and pelvic floorMissed connections in the researchWays we can use the pelvic floor to train the voice and the voice to train the pelvic floorHow sounds we make in birth influence the pelvic floorNoises we make in sport to increase performanceAshley Michaelis (she/her/hers) embarked on her undergraduate journey in Voice Performance & Music Education at Case Western Reserve University and the Cleveland Institute of Music. During her studies, she encountered personal voice challenges which led her to discover Speech-Language Pathology. Motivated to assist others in rehabilitating their voices, Ashley changed her major and pursued her graduate degree at the University of Wyoming.
Her professional journey has included diverse settings such as private practice, schools, outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation, acute care, and multidisciplinary clinics. Ashley has also shared her expertise by teaching the Voice Disorders graduate level class at the University of Vermont. Her specialized areas encompass singing voice rehabilitation, voice disorders, swallowing disorders, upper airway disorders, and neurogenic communication disorders.
Recognized for her achievements, Ashley is an ASHA Ace Award Recipient and serves as a Lead Mentor for the MedSLP Collective. She has been a featured guest on podcasts including Swallow Your Pride and Start Your Private Practice.
Outside of her career, Ashley enjoys spending quality time with her family and dogs, as well as participating in local community theater performances.
How to contact Ashley
www.empoweredvoicerehab.org
Instagram
Facebook
LINKS MENTIONED:
Pelvic floor screening tool: www.pelvicsanity.com/screening
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In this episode I sit down with physiotherapist and olympic weight lifter, Brittney Klingmann and Dietician Melissa Hardy to discuss:
Common symptoms women experience (tired, low mood, decreased performance, low libido, pelvic floor symptoms)How do we know if they are due to hormones, stress. Lack of sleep, nutritional deficiency?The difference between RED (relative energy deficiency) and LEA (low energy availability)Low energy availability in the perinatal, athletic, perimenopausal populationsMelissa Hardy is a sport dietitian and private practice owner at East Coast Performance Nutrition located in Antigonish Nova Scotia. Melissa holds board certified designations as a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE), a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD), and has also obtained a graduate diploma in sports nutrition through the International Olympic Committee.
Find Melissa here:
www.eastcoastperformancenutrition.com
Instagram
Brittany Klingmann is a graduate of the University of Saskatchewan.
In 2019 she relocated to Halifax and joined the Young Kempt Physiotherapy team. Since that time she has continued her professional development by taking courses specializing in pelvic health, as well as manual and manipulative therapy. She has also completed her CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Course.
Brittany has a unique area of interest and ability in helping those involved in functional fitness and barbell sports understand the role of the pelvic floor as part of a system and supporting rehabilitation of the deep abdominals. She also instruct a small group Ab/Rehab course, which focuses on improving the function of the abdominal canister as it applies to exercise. She has the wonderful opportunity to blend the worlds of orthopedics and pelvic health working with clients through Young Kempts satellite clinic at Ironstone Strength and Conditioning.
Find Brittney here:
youngkemptphysiotherapy.com
Instagram
LINKS MENTIONED:
Resources:
BSJM podcast has a REDS series
REDS CAT 2
IOC consensus statement on REDS
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In part 2 of this 2 part episode, I sit down with Sexual Health Education Teacher, Jenny Rabinovich to discuss:
Ways that habits, beliefs and knowledge from our childhood carries forward to adult related pelvic floor issues The Sexual Health Education curriculum Middle years and high school focus focus (grades 7-12) healthy vs unhealthy relationshipsconsentsexual decision makingcontraception prevention of sexually transmitted infections.Suggestions for parents (how to ask them what they are learning at school and supplement their learning at home)Jenny is mom to two amazing teenagers and is currently a Sexual Health Education Teacher with the Central Okanagan Public School District and has been for the last 18 years. She has both her Bachelor of Human Kinetics degree minoring in sciences, as well as her Bachelor of Education degree from UBC Vancouver. She has taken numerous workshops with Options for Sexual Health and the Alberta Society for the Promotion of Sexual Health. As a Sexual Health Educator, she teaches all students in grades 4 through 11. In grades 4-6, her teaching focuses on subjects like the physical, social, and emotional changes of puberty, hygiene and personal safety and boundaries. In older grades, teaching focuses on digital awareness, healthy and unhealthy relationships, sexual decision making, contraception and prevention of sexually transmitted infections and, most importantly, consent.
LINKS MENTIONED:
Sexual Health Resources (School district 23)
needhelpnow.ca
Cybertip.ca
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In part 1 of this 2 part episode, I sit down with Sexual Health Education Teacher, Jenny to discuss:
Ways that habits, beliefs and knowledge from our childhood carries forward to adult related pelvic floor issues The Sexual Health Education curriculum Elementary years focus (grades 4-6) puberty education (periods, hormones, pimples, hair, body odour)reproduction and pregnancyhygiene (vulvar and penile considerations)personal safety/consent for touch (self touch, good vs bad secrets) Suggestions for parents (how to ask them what they are learning at school and supplement their learning at home)Jenny is mom to two amazing teenagers and is currently a Sexual Health Education Teacher with the Central Okanagan Public School District and has been for the last 18 years. She has both her Bachelor of Human Kinetics degree minoring in sciences, as well as her Bachelor of Education degree from UBC Vancouver. She has taken numerous workshops with Options for Sexual Health and the Alberta Society for the Promotion of Sexual Health. As a Sexual Health Educator, she teaches all students in grades 4 through 11. In grades 4-6, her teaching focuses on subjects like the physical, social, and emotional changes of puberty, hygiene and personal safety and boundaries. In older grades, teaching focuses on digital awareness, healthy and unhealthy relationships, sexual decision making, contraception and prevention of sexually transmitted infections and, most importantly, consent.
LINKS MENTIONED:
Sexual Health Resources (School district 23)
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In this episode, I sit down with New Westminster BC based Urogynecologist, Dr. Merry Gong to discuss:
Operative vaginal birth (vacuum, forceps, episiotomy)What do these instruments look like and indications for their useIndications for operative vaginal birth vs. Cesarean birthRisks associated with vacuum and forcepsCanada has the highest rates of obstetrical traumaC-section rates risingWays to decrease rates of operative vaginal birth Ways to support those with pelvic floor injuries after birthDr. Merry Gong completed her medical undergraduate training, residency in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and a fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of British Columbia.
She specializes in the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse, urinary and fecal incontinence. She has a special interest in treating postpartum patients with pelvic floor dysfunction. She currently works at Royal Columbian Hospital performing pelvic reconstructive surgery and providing obstetrical services for high risk pregnancies.
LINKS MENTIONED:
Be Pelvic Health Aware: www.bepelvichealthaware.ca
Pelvic Floor Disorders Network of British Columbia: www.bcpfdn.net
IUGA website: yourpelvicfloor.org
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In this episode, I sit down with psychotherapist, Lucy Snider to discuss:
How the pelvic floor is related to previous sexual traumaWhat you can expect at a pelvic physiotherapy appointmentWhat may take place at a psychotherapy appointment What is EMDR therapy?Suggestions to help progress to pleasurable sexual activityHow do you know when you are ready to process sexual trauma?Differences in how survivors process sexual traumaHow previous sexual trauma may affect your preparation for birthLucy Snider (she/her) is an experienced Psychosexual and Relationship Psychotherapist and Sexual Health Educator based in Kelowna, BC. She has been working in the field of mental health since 2009. Originally from the UK, she spent 10 years in London working in sexual health for the British National Health Service (NHS) and in private practice. She received her masterâs degree in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy from the renowned Tavistock Relationships training centre in London. Lucy has extensive training and experience in working with relationship and sexual difficulties, including with survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence. She also has considerable experience in the field of sexual health and sex education.
Read more about Lucy here
How to contact Lucy:
www.bcsexualwellness.com
Instagram: @sexualwellness
Facebook
LinkedIn
Twitter: _sexualwellnessLinks mentioned:
https://www.efryokanagan.com/ - support for survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence, including reporting, legal information, social support (housing, benefits etc.) and low cost counselling services
BC Crime Victim Assistance program - anyone who is a victim of a crime in BC is eligible to apply for CVAP which can cover the cost of counselling, you don't need to make a police report
www.connectcounsellingsociety.ca - partnership with Ending Violence Association of BC (EVA), run groups for both men and women i.e. Trauma Recovery: for Men - by Men, For those trying to navigate: PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief, loss, & shame (attached)www.kelownawomensshelter.com/
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In this episode, I sit down with physiotherapist clinician/researcher Dr. Sinead Dufour and Sinead OâDonovan from SRC to discuss:
The evidence based benefits of compression The quality garments SRC has developed for incontinence, prolapse and the perinatal populationAustralian trends for use of compressionGiven the data to support, some reasons why we may not be implementing this as well in North America Details on the use of compression (how much, how tight, how long)
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Sinead O'Donovan's professional journey began with her qualification as a Registered Nurse, specializing in ICU and Cardio Thoracic medicine and Surgery. Subsequently, she achieved a BSc Hons in Podiatry and practiced in a private setting for a decade. In 2008, she took the significant step of founding SRC Health.While recuperating in the hospital following the birth of her first child, Sinead O'Donovan, our founder, recognized the need for greater support for new mothers returning to their bustling lives.
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Instagram @SRChealth
Dr. Sinéad Dufour is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Faculty of Health Science at McMaster University. She teaches and conducts research in both the Schools of Medicine and Rehabilitation Science. She completed her MScPT at McMaster University (2003), her PhD in Health and Rehabilitation Science at Western (2011), and returned to McMaster to complete a post-doctoral fellowship (2013). Her current research interests include: conservative approaches to manage pelvic floor dysfunction, pregnancy-related pelvic-girdle pain, and interprofessional collaborative practice models of service provision to enhance pelvic health.
Read more hereInstagram @dr.sinead
www.thewomb.ca
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In this episode I sit down with Dr. Lori Brotto; Professor in the UBC Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Registered Psychologist and Executive Director of the Womenâs Health Research Institute of BC and Principal Investigator in the HER-BC Research Study on Midlife Women and Menopause to discuss:
The impacts of perimenopause/menopause on midlife women The lack of current researchAims of the HER-BC Research Study on Midlife Women and Menopause:To describe the health experiences and behaviours of midlife women (aged 39-60)Impacts on QOL and ADLS including caregiving and workHealth-seeking experiences and behaviours The barriers to obtaining careWays this data may be used:
Demonstrate that care providers require more trainingInform insurance providers Improve health careEligibility criteria:
Between the ages of 39 to 60Residents of BC; andAssigned female at birthIdentify as a woman or gender diverse or transVisit the study website here:
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In this episode, I sit down with physiotherapy clinician and researcher Dr. Sinéad Dufour and Founder and CEO of Urospot, Erin Craven to discuss:
Kegel chair (emsella) controversyVarious marketing strategiesPhysiotherapy skepticisms HIFEM technology and the evidenceHow we use other modalities as physiotherapists to help âreboot the systemâ (muscle stim, IMS or TENS)The Urospot care model (education, health coaching and technology)Where might HIFEM technology fit into our care plan?Treatment costErin Craven is a passionate leader and champion of womenâs health. Over her 25 year career, Erin held Executive positions in both private and Fortune 100 companies. Erin is a graduate of the Ivey School of Business at Western University.
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www.urospot.comDr. Sinéad Dufour is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Faculty of Health Science at McMaster University. She teaches and conducts research in both the Schools of Medicine and Rehabilitation Science.
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In this episode, I sit down with Christie Uipi, a psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of chronic pain, anxiety and depression and the founder of The Better Mind Center to discuss:
Pain is invisible and so are pelvic floor issuesHow pain works Why each person experiences pain uniquely Why sometimes pain goes away quickly and reasons why it persistsMessages to patients who feel they go between many health care practionersEmotional and physical aspects of pain How physiotherapists and psychotherapists can work togetherWhat psychotherapy has to offer and the negative stigmas associatedPersonality traits that are common amongst people with persistent painChristie Uipi (she/her) is a psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of chronic pain, anxiety, and depression and the founder of The Better Mind Center. Christie has been a key collaborator on the development and research of the Pain Reprocessing Therapy treatment modality. She lectures nationally on psychotherapeutic interventions to treat chronic pain and is committed to cross-disciplinary collaboration between mental health and physical medicine. Christie is also a recovered chronic pain patient herself. The healing process was so profoundly transformational for the quality of her life that she has dedicated her career to supporting others through their recoveries.
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In this episode I sit down with fellow pelvic health physiotherapist and leader in the field of diastasis, Munira Hudani to discuss:
The increasing awareness around the topic of diastasis rectus abdominis and the confusion that comes with itConflicting messaging ranging from âbe careful, you shouldnât do those exercisesâ to âall exercises are good exercisesâTrends in messaging and how these have changed over timeWhat the research is telling usThe importance of âzooming outâ to figure out what is important to the patientWays to meet patients where they are atHow physiotherapy can help and how it cannotHow important is the gap?NOTE: I would encourage you to listen to episode 4 before this one as it includes more detailed information on what diastasis erctus abdomens is, why it happens and considerations during pregnancy and postpartum.
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Munira Hudani is a postpartum physiotherapist who helps people with Diastasis Rectus Abdominis rebuild core strength after having a baby through online programs. As a trusted leader in field, it is her mission to create clarity amongst all the confusion so that more moms with diastasis and core weakness can finally begin to feel strong again.Links to contact guest:
InstagramFree DRA E-Guide for Health and Fitness professionals
Course For Rehab and Fitness Professionals
Course for moms with diastasis
Tummy Tuck Core Rehab
Tummy Tuck Core Rehab for for rehab or fitness professionals
YouTube- The Diastasis Rectus Abdominis Channel
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