Exercise and Training for Women in their 40’s and Beyond

Exercise and Training for Women in their 40’s and Beyond

This weeks blog looks at the research carried out by Dr Stacy Sims on why nutrition and training should change as women age. In her groundbreaking book Roar, Dr. Stacy Sims, a renowned exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist, delves into the unique physiological needs of women, offering tailored advice on training, nutrition, and recovery. Nutrition:…

The Unending Indignities of ‘Vaginal Atrophy’

The Unending Indignities of ‘Vaginal Atrophy’

We wanted to share this great article from the NYTimes on menopause. At our practice we see many patients that are experiencing pelvic health issues related to menopause. We wanted to share this great article from the NYTimes on menopause. Reprinted from the NYTimes. By Rachel E. GrossPublished Aug. 22, 2023 The Unending Indignities of ‘Vaginal Atrophy’Besides…

Menopause

Menopause

Menopause is a natural part of the aging process, but the physical changes that come with it can be distressing to some women. As estrogen levels go down with menopause, many women experience what is called the genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM). The primary symptoms of GSM are: Treatment Options Local hormonal treatment can be…

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…

Perimenopause

Perimenopause

Have you ever heard of perimenopause? If not, you are not alone. Often when women talk about menopause, they are actually referring to the period of time where the body prepares to stop ovulation, known as perimenopause.  Menopause is technically only one day in a women’s life cycle, where she has not had a period…