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Assuming dyspareunia is required, the following 57 results were found.

  1. partner has dyspareunia

    Giddy: You Need to Know These 4 Facts if Your Partner Has Dyspareuniahttps://feminapt.com/media-content/giddy/giddy-you-need-to-know-these-4-facts-if-your-partner-has-dyspareunia

    and the painful sex that often accompanies it, but what if it's not you suffering, but instead your partner has dyspareunia? Giddy writer Alex Denny wanted to find some answers and reached out to me for my thoughts. Here are some snippets from the...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Giddy
  2. how dyspareunia causes pain during sex

    Giddy | How Dyspareunia Causes Pain During Sexhttps://feminapt.com/media-content/giddy/giddy-how-dyspareunia-causes-pain-during-sex

    Giddy author Tabitha Britt penned an in depth article on how dyspareunia causes pain during sex, and she reached out to me for my opinions in this wide ranging exposé on this common issue. Here is a brief synopsis of the article with some of my...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Giddy
  3. Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis and Sexual Function

    The Link Between Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis and Sexual Functionhttps://feminapt.com/blog/deep-infiltrating-endometriosis-sexual-function-the-link

    other symptoms. In addition, endometriosis is known to also affect sexual quality of life. Pain with sex is called dyspareunia; while deep infiltrating endometriosis is a more severe form of endometriosis. What is Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis? Deep...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Blog
  4. why your vagina may feel too tight

    Insider: 7 Reasons Why Your Vagina May Feel Too Tighthttps://feminapt.com/media-content/insider/insider-7-reasons-why-your-vagina-may-feel-too-tight

    behaviors. Working through these feelings with a therapist may help your body relax and reduce symptoms of vaginismus. 4. Dyspareunia Dyspareunia is a blanket term for painful intercourse, Jeffcoat says. Vaginismus is one type of dyspareunia. Others...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Insider
  5. lasers and my vagina

    Lasers And My Vagina?!?https://feminapt.com/blog/lasers-and-my-vagina

    websites that the CO2 fractional laser may be a treatment for a variety of post-partum/lactational incontinence, and dyspareunia in geno typical women with breast cancer, even though no data have been published on these unique patient populations, nor...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog

  6. Dyspareunia Symptoms and Treatmentshttps://feminapt.com/diagnoses/female-sexual-pain-syndromes/dyspareunia

    Dyspareunia: From Wikipedia: "Dyspareunia is painful sexual intercourse due to medical or psychological causes. The symptoms are significantly more common in women than in men. The pain can primarily be on the external surface of the genitalia, or...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Female Sexual Pain Syndromes
  7. unsplash: Sabina Tone

    Sex After Childbirth – What’s Your ‘New Normal’?https://feminapt.com/blog/sex-after-childbirth-what-is-your-new-normal

    having an emergency or elective c-section or vacuum extraction vaginal delivery showing substantially higher odds of dyspareunia (the medical term for painful sex) at 18 months post-partum. This study highlights the need for early intervention in...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Blog
  8. shockwave therapy for painful intercourse

    Participate in a High Quality Study Using Shockwave Therapy for Painful Intercoursehttps://feminapt.com/blog/particpate-in-a-high-quality-study-using-shockwave-therapy-for-painful-intercourse

    Learn about low intensity shockwave therapy for painful intercourse (dyspareunia) Our team at Femina Physical Therapy is committed to providing the highest level of evidence-based care. That is why we are conducting a research study to determine the...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Webmaster
    • Category: Blog
  9. endometriosis and painful sex

    Endometriosis and Painful Sexhttps://feminapt.com/blog/endometriosis-and-painful-sex

    coconut oil may be used, but they break down latex condoms. Pain during or after intercourse Pain with penetration, or “dyspareunia,” can make sex difficult or unbearable to some people with endo. The pain can be experienced in different ways: extreme...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  10. Advocating for proper postpartum care

    Ghostpartum | Advocating for Proper Postpartum Carehttps://feminapt.com/blog/ghostpartum-advocating-for-proper-postpartum-care

    irritability and mood changes Pain with sex and perineal pain- according to some studies, 41-89 percent of women have dyspareunia or pain with sex within the first two to three months postpartum. Twenty-four percent have persistent dyspareunia six...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  11. Sexual Function and Cancer | Image Courtesy of Priscilla Du Preez via Unsplash

    Sexual Function and Cancer: Include Physical Therapy in Your Care Planhttps://feminapt.com/blog/sexual-function-and-cancer-include-physical-therapy-in-your-care-plan

    affect our sexual health such as decreased sexual arousal or desire, vaginal stenosis (narrowing of the vaginal canal), dyspareunia (painful sexual intercourse), and bladder/bowel dysfunction. This can affect our relationships with ourselves and with...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  12. chronic overlapping pelvic pain conditions

    Chronic Overlapping Pelvic Pain Conditions https://feminapt.com/blog/chronic-overlapping-pelvic-pain-conditions

    burning, stinging, general irritation, and a less common symptom of vulvar itching. Painful sex, or commonly seen as dyspareunia, can often be caused by vulvodynia.4 In both of these conditions, there is an increase in nerve fiber density surrounding...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Anna Larson
    • Category: Blog
  13. Recommended Products for Vaginismus (Pelvic Floor Myalgia), Vaginal Stenosis, Dyspareunia, and More

    Recommended Products for Vaginismus (Pelvic Floor Myalgia), Vaginal Stenosis, Dyspareunia, and Morehttps://feminapt.com/resources/recommended-products-for-vaginismus-pelvic-floor-myalgia-vaginal-stenosis-dyspareunia

    Improve your general sexual well being with these products for vaginismus and a variety of sexual issues Our favorite products for mind, body and soul for pelvic health and orthopaedics for all. A whole body approach is a must! These are things we...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Resources
  14. CBD Suppositories

    Healthline | Are CBD Suppositories the Answer to Better, Less Painful Sex?https://feminapt.com/media-content/heather-jeffcoat-at-healthline/healthline-are-cbd-suppositories-the-answer-to-better-less-painful-sex

    and author of “Sex Without Pain: A Self-Treatment Guide to the Sex Life You Deserve,” says she’s had patients with dyspareunia report reduced pain during intercourse when using suppositories. Jeffcoat adds that this has been especially apparent when...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Healthline

  15. dyspareuniahttps://feminapt.com/site-index/dyspareunia

    • Type: Tag
    • Author: Webmaster

  16. Superficial dyspareuniahttps://feminapt.com/site-index/superficial-dyspareunia

    • Type: Tag
    • Author: Webmaster
  17. Vaginismus Recovery - Diagnoses and Treatments

    Vaginismus Recovery, Diagnoses and Treatmentshttps://feminapt.com/diagnoses/female-sexual-pain-syndromes/vaginismus-recovery-genito-pelvic-penetration-disorder

    This disorder has been put under the umbrella of genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder (GPPPD) in conjunction with dyspareunia (“recurrent or persistent genital pain associated with sexual intercourse”).2 There are two types of vaginismus, primary or...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Female Sexual Pain Syndromes
  18. Photo by Yuris Alhumaydy on Unsplash

    Chronic Pelvic Pain | Insights on Trigger Point Injections, Myofascial Pain https://feminapt.com/blog/chronic-pelvic-pain-insights-on-trigger-point-injections-myofascial-pain

    chronic pelvic pain include interstitial cystititis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS), endometriosis, pain with penetration (dyspareunia), and pelvic floor dysfunctions including vaginismus and anismus. As we’ve stated in previous blog posts, chronic...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  19. Painful Sex & GPPD | Image Courtesy of Taras Chernus via Unsplash

    Painful Sex aka GPPD – A Little (Self) Compassion Can Go A Long Wayhttps://feminapt.com/blog/painful-sex-aka-gppd-a-little-self-compassion-can-go-a-long-way

    but it’s actually a helpful attempt to simplify diagnosis by combining two similar disorders under one treatment heading. Dyspareunia is pain with sexual activity; vaginismus is the involuntary contraction of muscles in the pelvic floor that often cause...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Blog

  20. Deep dyspareuniahttps://feminapt.com/site-index/deep-dyspareunia

    • Type: Tag
    • Author: Webmaster
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Testimonial by Lauren B.

Femina PT (née Fusion Wellness & Physical Therapy) has been such an answer to prayer, i'm so glad I found them! I've been struggling with vaginismus my whole life, but didn't have a name for it until about 6 or 7 months ago. Even once I did have a name for it though, I didn't know where to begin in getting help. My OB/GYN had me get a set of dilators, but I couldn't even insert the smallest one by myself. Most times I tried I just ended up frustrated and in tears. I felt really alone, like I was broken and didn't have the energy to keep trying. When I got engaged a few months ago though, I realized I needed to get answers so i wasn't dreading my honeymoon.

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Testimonial by Rosanna R., age 35

Heather has affected my life in the MOST POSITIVE way and I am forever grateful. My husband refers to her as the "sex doctor" so you can only imagine how happy he is with my therapy outcome.

After the birth of my son I suffered from "Vaginismus", however, at the time I just thought I was broken. My "broken vagina" affected me physically but it was an emotional struggle as well. Many women in my life also suffered with pain from sex after their babies were born so I knew I wasn't alone. They told me they "just got used to it" but I couldn't see myself living that way.

Sex wasn't just painful, it was literally impossible - IT DIDNT FIT!

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Testimonial by R.H.

No one could tell me why I was having pain during sex--sharp pain, not just uncomfortable, pain. I was referred to Heather Jeffcoat after researching several different options. I had seen a specialist who told me physical therapy would not help and my only option was surgery. I really didn't want to go that route, so when we got a referral, I decided to try it--it can't hurt, I thought. I am so glad I did. She diagnosed the problem right away, which was a relief in itself.

To know why I was having pain eased my mind immensely. And to hear that she could fix it without surgery was another relief. She said she could fix the problem in 6 weeks. I think it was actually 4 for me. She was very methodical, and treated me as an intelligent human being capable of participating in my own recovery. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone. She did not try to prolong my session numbers, she worked hard to accommodate my schedule (and the fact that I had to bring a baby to sessions), and she was completely honest the entire time. It is so hard to find someone with these characteristics, much less a professional who is so good at what she does. She has my highest respect.

-- R.H.

Testimonial by Mary L.

I started seeing Heather to treat my Interstitial Cystitis in November 2016. At this time, I was extremely miserable, in constant pain, and felt as though no one was listening or understood what was going on with my body. I have just finished my last appointment and I can honestly say that my life has completely changed for the better because of Heather and her team of PTs! I live almost completely pain free, and when I do have flare ups, I am able to treat them at home on my own. I am so grateful that this office was recommended to me a honestly cannot recommend them enough!

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Testimonial by M.N., age 28

A personal journey and testimonial from one of my patients:

I was diagnosed with vaginismus 4 years ago. I never heard of such medical condition until after I got married. At first my husband and I didn't know what to do, we didn't know what the issues were or how to overcome it. Being born and raised in Armenia and being Christian I wasn't that open about talking to sex with others and so it wasn't easy to seek help. But eventually I went to an Ob-Gyn and luckily she knew about the medical condition (not many doctors know). She referred me to a physical therapist and I couldn't believe it and thought it's something I can handle myself. I ordered a kit from vaginismus.com and started practicing with dilators. There was some small progress but wasn't much helpful.

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Testimonial by Ann V.

I wish i could give this place 10 stars!! 
I have been suffering from vaginismus for 5 years and never found the cure to it. I had seen an ob/gyn and he diagnosed me with vaginismus and told me i needed a surgery to cure my condition, which i refused to do. He also referred me to a PT that he works with, i had given them multiple calls and they never responded back to me, so i started searching yelp for another PT. I am SO HAPPY I found Heather's office! I was working with Laureen, and with her guidance and techniques i was able to be cured from vaginismus in only 2 1/2 short months!!! I couldn't believe how quickly their program worked for me! I am forever grateful and thankful from Heather, and Laureen! They are the absolute best at what they do!

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