Could Covid 19 affect your pelvic floor?
- 04/05/2023
Many health conditions can interfere with bladder function, contributing to Bladder weakness and unexpected leaks of urine. A relatively recent addition to this list is the COVID-19 virus. Common COVID-19 symptoms include a persistent cough and shortness of breath or difficulty breathing. But what on earth does that have to do…
Strengthen your Pelvic Floor, why Bother?
- 01/12/2023
Urinary Incontinence affects a substantial proportion of women and men, which can have a significant impact on an individual’s quality of life. In this article, we’ll focus on the effects of urinary incontinence on women.
Introducing your Pelvic Floor
- 01/11/2023
Hello, I’m Phillipa Butler, a Chartered Physiotherapist and Certified Pilates and Yoga Teacher.My philosophy in my own life is that prevention is better than cure and I believe that a regular programme of appropriate exercise is the key to a fitter, healthier future. Bladder weakness is no different, but it…
As November is Men’s Health Awareness Month, it’s the perfect opportunity to shine a light on Men’s Health, more specifically Men’s Pelvic Health. That is why we’ve collaborated with Phillipa once more to bring you her insights!
How often you urinate depends on a variety of factors, and there’s no ‘normal’ frequency that applies to everyone1.However, on average, people need to empty their bladder six or seven times a day 2. On the other hand, frequent urination, also known as urge incontinence, is relatively common and believed…