Low Pressure Fitness for Bladder Conditions

Low Pressure Fitness for Bladder Conditions

Low pressure fitness, or hypopressive, training is an exercise method that includes postural movements and a specialized breathing technique. It was developed in the 1980’s in Europe initially to help treat pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence. Since then, this exercise technique has jumped in popularity and uses. Similar to yoga and Pilates, in that…

Stress Urinary Incontinence and the Pressure System

Stress Urinary Incontinence and the Pressure System

Some may argue that the occasional leakage of drops of urine during moments of coughing, sneezing, laughing, jumping, or running is a natural consequence of childbirth or menopause. This common occurrence is known as stress urinary incontinence (SUI), where urine is involuntarily lost during activities that momentarily increase intra-abdominal pressure (IAP). While SUI affects a…

Prehab for Prostatectomy

Prehab for Prostatectomy

What to Expect After a Diagnosis For many men diagnosed with prostate cancer, surgery to remove the prostate becomes a crucial part of their treatment journey. The most commonly employed surgical technique is the laparoscopic radical prostatectomy, a minimally invasive procedure. However, it’s important to be aware that post-surgery, some men may experience certain challenges…