Why Seniors and Men Need Pelvic Floor Therapy Too

When most people hear "pelvic floor therapy," they think pregnancy or postpartum recovery, but host Laura McKaig reveals a much wider world. From working with older adults to supporting men after prostate surgery, Laura shares how her journey led her to serve two often-overlooked groups. With candid stories, powerful patient outcomes, and her unique “out-of-the-box” training, this episode highlights why pelvic health matters at every stage of life.

⏱️ Timestamps:

[00:00] – Surprising Trainings

[01:06] – About Laura’s Practice & What Makes It Different

[01:34] – Who Needs Pelvic Floor PT? Not Just New Moms

[02:02] – Working with Older Adults: Breaking Stereotypes

[02:29] – Challenging Assumptions About Aging & Incontinence

[02:53] – How Laura Discovered Her Passion for Older Adults

[04:30] – The Impact of Pelvic Floor Therapy on Quality of Life

[06:41] – Would You Treat Men? A Personal Conversation

[07:17] – Navigating Male Pelvic Health: First Experiences

[07:51] – James’s Story: From Struggle to Success

[11:32] – Serving Veterans & Joining the VA Community Care Network

[13:04] – Complex Pelvic Pain: From Fear to Fulfillment

[14:36] – Out-of-the-Box Approaches: Myofascial Release & More

[15:09] – Writing, Teaching, and Creating New Resources

[16:42] – How to Connect & Closing Remarks

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Music Credits:

Musician: Forest Stewart

Original composition “Down There”

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