September is Healthy Aging Month!

Do you need help navigating menopause?

You’ve probably already considered a visit to your primary care doctor and your gynecologist. But what about a women’s health physical therapist?

About 6,000 women enter menopause every day in the US, usually between the ages of 45 and 55; and as life expectancy increases, so does the number of years most women will spend on the other side of it. Approximately half of all women can expect to live 40% of their lives in the post-menopausal stage. It makes sense to develop a solid strategy for optimal health, the earlier the better – and just like hormone replacement, regular physical therapy can be an important component of that plan.

US News and World Report reaches out to Heather Jeffcoat for an article entitled "Tips for Better Vaginal Health"

Here is an excerpt from this thorough and very informative article by Vanessa Caceres:

For women, vaginal health is an important part of overall health. However, vaginal health is often shrouded in mystery and a little confusion. How do you keep your vaginal area clean? What can make it prone to infection? What types of vaginal odors are normal, and which ones are not? Here's a guide to help address questions you might have about vaginal health.