Cycling is certainly a good option for most individuals but there can be some drawbacks to this activity for those struggling with pelvic health concerns. Read this article by Clinic Director and Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, Angelique Montano-Bresolin to learn more about pelvic health considerations in...
Approximately one third of all births in Canada are delivered by cesarean sections (c-section or c-birth). Some of the many factors that healthcare providers take into consideration when planning for a c-section include the position of the fetus (for eg. breech), labor dystocia (i.e difficulty with...
What is the purpose of a vaginal moisturizer? Vaginal moisturizers are often recommended for those who are experiencing the uncomfortable symptom of vaginal dryness. Vaginal dryness can be felt deep inside the vaginal walls as well as around the outer layer that surrounds the opening of...
Fibre and the gut is an essential aspect to consider when it comes to abdomino-pelvic health. Fibre is a carbohydrate that the body can’t digest. There are two main types of fibre: soluble and insoluble. Both are important and beneficial for gut motility and health...
While pelvic floor strengthening is an important concept we teach clients, it may not be the best option for everyone. Many of our clients present with tension in their pelvic floor, which often develops from over activity of a muscle group. This lack of balance...
Wearing a mask is important to prevent the spread of COVID-19 but this can potentially contribute to TMJ pain. Jaw tension and pain are overlooked side-effects from our hyper-vigilance to be safe. The function of the temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ) is often compromised under chronic stress....
Vaginal dilators are tools that can be used to achieve or restore flexibility of the vaginal tissues. However useful they may be, they can definitely be intimidating and it’s not always obvious how to use them properly and successfully. With this blog I hope to...
New Online Course now available: 'Flourish in the 4th Trimester' We are happy to announce this new course collaboration, 'Flourish in the 4th Trimester' program with Pelvic Health Hub. This new online course is now open for registration. The 4th trimester is the period immediately after...
Take a deep breath in. Fill up your lungs, your belly, and relax the space between your sit bones. Take a deep breath out. Observe the deflation of the belly, the retraction of your lower ribs and lungs. That is one rep. You are now one step closer to a...
Our clinic director Angelique Montano-Bresolin writes about what the evidence tells us about interventions to help turn breech babies. ...
