Pelvic Floor Health

Difficulty using the bathroom, painful sex, lower back pain? These might sound like average post-partum symptoms or even another delight of aging. But what many people don’t know is that there is another, lesser-known medical issue that could be the root cause.

Pelvic floor dysfunction affects one in every three women and it’s a problem that many general practitioners and even OB/GYN’s fail to address.  We see this issue so frequently in our practice that we decided to dedicate an entire show to it! Our goal today is to ensure that people don’t feel embarrassed by pelvic floor issues and that they talk about it with their doctor to get help.

So let’s get right into it. It gives me great pleasure to introduce you to our experts. 

Dr. Mary Tracey is a Naturopathic Physician whose areas of focus include women’s health, pain management, and chronic disease intervention. She is passionate about the inner workings of the human body and utilizes methods that promote long-term states of health and wellness for her patients. She is also certified in holistic pelvic care.

Dr. Jennifer Loos is a highly skilled physical therapist and the owner of Worthy of Wellness PT. With over 16 years of experience in the field, her passion for women's health was sparked by her firsthand experience with physically challenging pregnancies and postpartum pain.  Jennifer has completed several specialized courses in women’s health and pelvic health and is a member of a Global Pelvic Health Alliance.

Here on Your Health Toolkit, we often talk about how conventional and naturopathic medicine can play complementary roles in our overall health. We call this “collaborative medicine” and through the work that we do at Collaborative Natural Health Partners, we are able to give people the knowledge and the tools they need to feel great every single day. If you’re interested in learning more, head over to our website or follow us on Facebook or Instagram for information, articles, and resources to take the guesswork out of your health.

Your Health Toolkit is a podcast presented for general information and educational purposes only. The discussions presented by Dr. Lauren Young and the show’s guests should not be considered medical advice but rather a conversation starter with your doctor. Everyone’s body is unique, and we recommend having a discussion with your personal healthcare team before trying anything discussed on the show.