Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal condition in which women of reproductive age have infrequent or prolonged menstrual periods or excess male hormone levels. The hormonal imbalance which occurs can affect ovulation and therefore fertility in women. PCOS is actually one the most common cause for female infertility. According to the World Health Organization…

Postpartum Running

Postpartum Running

When is it safe to return to running after having a baby?  While there is not a perfect prescription for exercise that applies to every mother during this period, there are a few things to consider before jumping back into your prior level of pre-pregnancy exercise.  Wait at least 12 weeks  New mothers are typically…

Kegels

Kegels

The term Kegel was coined in the late 1940’s by American gynecologist, Dr. Arnold Kegel. Kegeling or tightening of the pelvic muscles, refers to a nonspecific pelvic floor contraction. Kegels can be an excellent tool for strengthening. As Dr. Kegel noted, when he developed an alternative nonsurgical treatment to help prevent women from leaking urine. …

Menopause & Your Pelvic Floor

Menopause & Your Pelvic Floor

For many women, menopause may be accompanied by a number of physical changes or symptoms. A decline in circulating estrogen, combined with the ageing process, puts women at risk of pelvic floor dysfunction. Pelvic health related perimenopause and post-menopause symptoms involve bowel, bladder, and sexual function.  Anatomy of aging  The pelvic floor is a muscular…