Tampons should not hurt: What is going on if they do, and what you can do about it!
Do you avoid using tampon because they are irritating or hurt? Can you just NOT get one in at all? Does going to see the GYNE cause you to be anxious because the exam is painful? Did you know that…
What is Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS)?
Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) is the disorder formerly known as Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine system disorder. PMOS/PCOS presents with increased insulin and testosterone production. It is also associated with chronic, low-grade inflammation. Many women with PMOS…
Vulvodynia: Persistent vulvar pain
We have discussed persistent pain. Now I would like to talk about pelvic pain conditions. One painful condition is called Vulvodynia. (Vul – Vo – Din – Ee – Uh) Vulvodynia actually means pain in the vulva. The vulva is…
Ladies, Squeeze Your Blueberry.
July is National Blueberry Month! Why in the world is a pelvic specialist beginning a blog with this lead in? If you are a former or current client of mine, you are already giggling and totally know why I’m leading…
Are Your Vulvovaginal Concerns Normal? Yes!
We have all been there before – seeing, smelling, or feeling something on our vaginal tissues and thinking “Is THAT normal!?”. The topic of changes in our vaginal tissues, secretions, and smells isn't exactly common dinner conversation and it's easy…
Weight Lifting and Your Vagina
Women are anatomically different than men, particularly when it comes to weight training. We have a vagina, which leaves an area of weakness that pressure can find. Unlike the anal and urethral openings, which have sphincter muscles that help to…
Prolapse: Pelvic Floor Series 3
The muscles in the pelvic floor are a functional group of many muscles that are the foundation of most of what we do as humans. They work to provide stability in the pelvis, spine and hips. They coordinate with the…
The Female Athlete Triad
Lola was a freshman in high school and was joining her cross-country team for the very first time. She did not have much experience running, but knew she wanted to train hard to become a lean, strong distance runner. Pictures…
Breast Cancer Screening
The Importance of Breast Cancer Screening October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This is a great time to bring awareness to the importance of early breast cancer screening. Breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women, and early detection can…
