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Which Pessary is Right for Me?

  • Post author:toronto pessary clinic
  • Post published:September 3, 2019
  • Post category:Pessaries

Pessary fitting must be completed by an appropriately trained health care professional (specially trained doctors, nurses or physiotherapists). The health care professional will do an internal exam to get an…

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Using Accommodators Prior to Pessary Use

  • Post author:toronto pessary clinic
  • Post published:September 3, 2019
  • Post category:Pessaries/Sexual Health

Purpose Accommodators are sometimes used to help “stretch” vaginal tissue in order that the insertion/removal of a pessary becomes more tolerable. Common Conditions Accommodators are useful in situations where the…

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Pessaries and Pelvic Floor Muscles

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  • Post published:September 3, 2019
  • Post category:Pessaries

Today we are going to discuss common questions regarding pessary use and pelvic floor muscles. A question I am often asked by clients and fellow physiotherapists alike is, “Can I…

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Pelvic Organ Prolapse

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  • Post published:September 3, 2019
  • Post category:Pelvic Organ Prolapse

What is it? Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is when any of the pelvic organs- the bladder, urethra, uterus, vagina, rectum, or small intestine- sit lower than normal due to tissue…

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Prolapse Symptom Management – Rest and Recovery Positions

  • Post author:toronto pessary clinic
  • Post published:September 2, 2019
  • Post category:Pelvic Organ Prolapse

During the day, gravity puts downward pressure on the pelvic floor muscles and abdominal and pelvic organs, such that by the end of the day, your prolapse symptoms of heaviness,…

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Urinary Tract Infection Prevention

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  • Post published:September 2, 2019
  • Post category:Bladder Tips

(Adapted from Pelvic Health Solutions) Drink plenty of fluids, especially water. This helps to dilute your urine and ensures you urinate more frequently, allowing bacteria to be flushed from your…

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Bladder Emptying Techniques

  • Post author:toronto pessary clinic
  • Post published:September 2, 2019
  • Post category:Bladder Tips

With pelvic organ prolapse (POP), it is imperative that one avoids straining to empty her bladder or bowels, as extra downward pressure on the pelvic floor and pelvic organs can…

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Hemorrhoid and Fissure Self-Care

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  • Post published:September 2, 2019
  • Post category:Bowel Tips

If you experience constipation, you may also experience hemorrhoids or anal fissures. This may also be the case if you are pregnant or have recently given birth. Here are some…

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Stool Evacuation

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  • Post published:September 2, 2019
  • Post category:Bowel Tips

In order to effectively evacuate stool, the anal sphincter and pelvic floor muscles must relax. Optimal posture can help promote muscle relaxation and, ultimately, ease of passage. Potty posture Sit…

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Tips for Combating Constipation

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  • Post published:September 2, 2019
  • Post category:Bowel Tips

If you experience constipation, take an honest look at your water and fibre intake, as well as your activity level. Those are great places to start in order to begin…

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