pelvic health resources
Chances are, you don’t think too much about using the bathroom! More than likely, you’ve just gone when you need to, without much thought, unless a bladder or bowel issue comes up.
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*This article was originally published by Neurologic Physiotherapy, which is part of the Lifemark family.
According to Statistics Canada, in 2010-2011, an estimated 8.3% of Canadians (2.7 million) reported that they had been diagnosed with migraines.
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The pelvic floor is the base of a group of muscles that play an important role in bladder and bowel control as well as sexual sensations.
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Approximately 70-80% of the population will experience at least one episode of low back pain (LBP) during their lifetime.
Have you ever noticed how many commercials for products that protect from urinary leakage there are on TV? They always seem to include young and happy women…what's the deal?
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How often does pelvic health come up in conversation? Amongst your friends or at a dinner party? My guess is… not very often.
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Something all new mothers experience, whether C-section or vaginal delivery, is postural changes during pregnancy; exaggerated lumbar lordosis, stretching of the abdominal wall and greater pressure on the bladder, urethra and pelvic floor.
Did you know that more than 40% of female runners report leaking during running or other high-impact activities? As common as it is to suffer from incontinence while running, it shouldn't be happening.