In this episode, I'm joined by Isabella Lees-Trinca, a physiotherapist specialising in pelvic floor rehabilitation and gut health, with a mission to bring lasting relief to her patients. Issy helps to shine a light on the often-overlooked connection between gut health and pelvic floor function and explains the mechanisms behind how the pelvic floor plays a vital role in digestion and bowel habits as we explore signs of dysfunction and what a pelvic floor assessment actually involves, and much more!
In this episode, we chat about:
- What the pelvic floor is and its role in the body
- The link between the pelvic floor muscles and gut health
- Signs that pelvic floor issues may be at play
- How dysfunction can cause bowel evacuation issues
- Tight vs weak pelvic floor muscles
- What to expect from a pelvic floor assessment
- Using the rectal balloon biofeedback assessment technique
- Gut conditions that may benefit from pelvic floor therapy
- Issy’s pelvic floor exercise tips
- What to look for when booking in with a pelvic floor physio
- How to improve your morning routine for better bowel movements
Rachel’s (she/her) details: Ready To Take Your Next Step To Support Your Gut?
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Connect With Isabella (she/her)
Find out more about Issy or book an appointment
Check out the resources Issy mentioned:
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel Van Der Kolk
Continence Health Australia: Find a CFA Physiotherapist
Disclaimer: The information provided on Gutsy Talks is for education and informational purposes only. It is not provided nor intended to substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event you have questions or concerns about your health.
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