Constipation is more than the inability to have regular bowel movements. Having abdominal bloating, passing hard stone-like stool, straining excessively, sensing that there’s more that can’t come out, and resorting to manual maneuvers for a bowel movement are symptoms of constipation. If you’re experiencing any of the above with 25% of your bowel…
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Imagery for Improved Recruitment of the Pelvic Floor
Kegels, also known as a “pelvic floor contraction” are typically used as a means to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. When performing a kegel it is important to remember how subtle and isolated the movement should feel. Although it may be tempting to use larger, stronger muscles to compensate for the strength of your pelvic…
Read MoreRolling, Rolling, Rolling like a River! Tips for Good Urinary Stream
A healthy urinary stream is continuous, effortless and feels relieving. If you’re not experiencing all of these, your pelvic floor may be the issue! When the pelvic floor isn’table to relax and open fully to allow urine to flow easily, symptoms might include the need to strain during voiding, a start/stop experience when urinating and…
Read MoreHow Food Can Influence Healing and Improve Your Mood
Did you know that eating certain foods can enhance positive emotional reactions to daily life events, improve your overall mood and help you heal/deal with chronic pain/illnesses? The way you react to small/large life challenges and your mood is called “Affect”. One can have a tendency towards a Positive Affect or Negative Affect. Certain foods…
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