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Lube allows body parts, toys, etc. to slide over or slide into one another without irritation, explains our founder, Dr. Heather Jeffcoat. Well + Good even labels lube a secret weapon for those wondering how to orgasm fast. What's more, lube can reduce the risk of barrier (i.e. condom) breakage. Click here for more on what makes water-based lube a great choice in the bedroom.
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Well + Good writer, Gabrielle Kassel introduces us to a new kind of sex toy.... The overachiever of sex toys, if you will.
Kiwi by The Pelvic People offers pleasurable vibration, pelvic floor rehabilitation, massage, and postpartum pain relief all at once. For those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction, like Kassel, it's a game-changer. Our owner, Heather Jeffcoat, DPT tells Well + Good, "Vibration is a tool used in pelvic floor physical therapy to create a relaxation response in the muscles.” Moreover, "In general, applying vibration to muscles can help relieve pain, reduce muscle spasms, and increase blood flow." This helps alleviate pain during penetration by easing pelvic floor tightness.
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Pelvic Floor Therapists Explain
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While pelvic floor dysfunction is not ideal for anyone—after all, these deep stabilizer muscles support sexual function, bladder and bowel control, sound posture, plus arm and leg power, among other tasks—for people who like to pick things up and put them down (i.e. lift weights), it can lead to improper movement mechanics, as well as leakage mid-lift.
So if you regularly hit the weight room with the goal of getting stronger, doctor of physical therapy Corey Hazama, DPT, an expert with Pelvic Gym, a pelvic health education platform, says properly strengthening and engaging your pelvic floor is as important as any other muscle group you’re training. Below are six things you should know about the pelvic floor and its function if you lift —including exactly how to brace your core and breathe while strength training in order to optimize your efforts and avoid injury.
Read more: Well + Good | 6 Things To Know About Lifting and Your...
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5 Ways That Enduring the Pandemic and Bladder Health Are Related
It has taken a toll, but here are a few tips on what you can do about it
As pelvic health specialists, bladder health is one of our main areas of focus here at Femina PT and Fusion Wellness PT, and as this article at Well + Good states:
Our society has finally started to show some improvement in acknowledging the importance of having open, public conversations about bladder health—including the many ways that your urinary system impacts your lifestyle on a day-to-day basis—over the last several years."
The article touches on the root causes of bladder issues, how these causes were exacerbated by the fears that arose from the pandemic, and even disposable underwear for those dealing with urinary incontinence. It also asks the question "Has something changed for the worst in the broader scope of people's bladder health?" The answer to this is multi-faceted, and Hannah Schneider does a great job of analyzing each one of these facets.
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The Many Benefits of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Are Still Being Discovered
Despite its increased recognition as valuable therapy for many symptoms, there is still a lot to be learned
Natalie begins with some thoughts on what she was expecting from her session and how wrong she was about her preconcieved notions. She expected something akin to a Pilates class, perhaps in part because she had seen so much info on Pilates and yoga on our site. She may have been surprised to discover that Pilates and yoga are only one aspect of what we offer:
Read more: Well + Good | The Surprising Benefits of Pelvic Floor...
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Can Pelvic Floor Tension Spread to Your Head?
Everywhere you turn, it seems like there’s something new to know about the pelvic floor. Whether that’s healthy peeing tips or the fact that not everyone needs to do Kegels, there are often surprises. Fortunately or unfortunately, there’s another thing to add to this list: Pelvic floor tension can contribute to headaches. But don’t worry. This isn’t a pelvic floor riddle for you to untangle on your own. We asked Heather Jeffcoat DPT, pelvic floor physical therapist, author, and owner of FeminaPT to break down the connection.
Read more: Well and Good | Frequent Headaches? Pelvic Floor Tension...
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Are Toilet Squat Stools Useful?
Read on to find out!
As far as modern inventions go, toilet squat stools are pretty useful without being super high-tech. They straighten the angle of your colon, which allows stool to move out of your body easier. In short: Toilet stools can make your bowel movements more seamless. However, Heather Jeffcoat, DPT, pelvic floor therapist and physical therapist of Femina PT in Los Angeles, warns that, even though squat stools might reduce the urge, it's still important not to strain.
Read more: Well and Good | Yes, Toilet Squat Stools Are Useful—But...
