by Julia Urquhart | Sep 28, 2022 | Bladder health, Pelvic Floor Health, Physiotherapy
There are a myriad of devices on the market to assist in achieving and maintaining pelvic floor health. Recently I had the pleasure of reviewing the Elvie device, a pelvic floor muscle biofeedback trainer used to help build strength and train the coordination of the pelvic floor muscles. This is a completely unpaid and unsponsored review and something I took on as part of my Master’s in Pelvic health degree as well as to help justify implementing it’s use in our clinic. I not only looked at the device and it’s usability, but also the research that sits behind it to best inform our practice…. [Read more]
by Julia Urquhart | Feb 22, 2022 | Bowel Health, Pelvic Floor Health, Physiotherapy
Laxative and fibre supplements are often recommended for those suffering from constipation or disorders of the bowels. Some of the benefits may include:
– Protection against diverticular disease
– Reduce the risk of haemorrhoids
– Reduce the need to excessively strain on the toilet
– Improve constipation and chronically loose stools
– Protect against chronic disease such as heart disease and diabetes
While very important to our health, not all fibres are created equal. It is important to understand the difference between different fibre supplements and how they work to ensure that you are getting the best possible outcomes for your bowels… [Read more]
