Unfiltered and Bold: Real Talk on Pelvic Health with Penny Petersson

Unfiltered and Bold: Real Talk on Pelvic Health with Penny Petersson

Does the constant discomfort in your pelvic area sound familiar? Have you tried medication or invasive procedures with little to no relief? It's time to take control of your pelvic wellness with holistic approaches that celebrate the power of your body. Join us to discover how embracing your pelvic area can alleviate pain and create a supportive community for those dealing with similar issues. Don't let chronic conditions hold you back any longer - it's time to unlock your potential for a fulfilling life. Empower yourself and join us for a journey towards pelvic health and wellness. The body is so fucking amazing. Penny Petersson Pelvic Yoga Coach My special guest is Penny Petersson You can catch a glimpse of Penny's infectious spirit on her Instagram page, @wellbeingbypenny, where she makes us smile by calling out the struggles of living with LS and pelvic health issues. This is Penny Petersson's…
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Pain Relief Without Pills: Ashlie Crewe’s Guide to Treating Persistent Pelvic Pain

Pain Relief Without Pills: Ashlie Crewe’s Guide to Treating Persistent Pelvic Pain

Do you suffer from persistent pelvic pain and have been told that it is “all in your head”? If so, you are not alone. Ashlie Crewe, a Physical Therapist with a Psychology degree, embarks on a journey to help patients manage their chronic pain using neuroscience, only to find her own trial by fire as she discovers a unique way to challenge a patient's overprotective nervous system. "The beautiful thing, good and bad, is that physical therapists, we're not allowed to prescribe medicine in the United States. So I think one of the cool things about my job then is we're really taught to work with the human body, and we're not allowed to order imaging, we're not allowed to prescribe medications.” Who is Ashlie Crewe? Ashlie Crewe is a Pelvic Health physical therapist and teacher/mentor to Pelvic Health physical therapists across the United States. She has a passion for…
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Lichen Sclerosus and Overactive Pelvic Floor

Lichen Sclerosus and Overactive Pelvic Floor

How Overactive Pelvic Floor May Be Contributing to Painful Sex Introduction In this video, we are going to discuss lichen sclerosus and overactive pelvic floor. Specifically, we are going to discuss how lichen sclerosus may predispose you to experience overactive floor and how that can cause pain with sex. For this video, joined by Dr. Mukta Chauhan, who is double board certified in orthopedics and pelvic health. She is a tremendous resource for all things bladder, bowel, and pelvic pain. Dr. Chauhan demonstrates how the pelvic floor muscles are connected to the vulva, how this can create painful sex, and what you can do about it. She drops some amazing information in this video, so be sure to give it a watch! *Disclaimer: This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your medical provider before making any changes to your health plan. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxQjC3jEoYg&t=7s Important Links from…
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Can Constipation and Urinary Incontinence be Relieved with Pelvic Physical Therapy?

Can Constipation and Urinary Incontinence be Relieved with Pelvic Physical Therapy?

Lichen sclerosus (LS) may be a skin condition, but it affects much more than our skin. Even after you’ve managed LS symptoms like skin plaques and itching, the effects of the condition can show up in other areas of your body. Based on some research I did with LSSN members, people with lichen sclerosus often deal with other issues like constipation, urinary incontinence, fibromyalgia, and TMJ disorder at higher rates. I spoke with Holly Horikawa, a pelvic physical therapist, to learn more about why constipation and urinary incontinence are common among those with LS. If you'd like to see the full interview with Holly, join the LSSN Membership to get access to the replay and more. Why do people with LS have pelvic floor issues? “Skin doesn’t exist separately from the internal organs, from our nervous system, or our vascular system. Everything is connected,” Holly explained.  If you have pelvic…
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