Pelvic floor functions and anatomy overview

Nicole explains pelvic floor roles: support, sphincter control, sexual function, and coordination with diaphragm.

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Gain an insider’s perspective on the techniques of pelvic floor physical therapy. Learn when to refer, what to expect and what can be gained from working with your friendly neighborhood pelvic floor PT specialist. We’re joined by our guests Dr. Nicole Schaffer and Dr. Rachel Rosvold from Uplift Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy in Horsham, PA.

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Intro, guest bios
Case #1 from Kashlak
Urinary incontinence in post-partum setting
Pelvic floor changes in perimenopause
Case #2 from Kashlak
Erectile dysfunction
PT for chronic prostatitis and erectile dysfunction
Constipation and fecal incontinence
Outro

Credits

Written and Produced by: Alise Burke, MD
Infographic and Cover Art: Zoya Surani
Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD
Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Technical Production: PodPaste
Guest: Nicole Schaffer PT, DPT, cert MDT and Rachel Rosvold PT, DPT. Follow them on Instagram @upliftpelvicpt

Disclosures

Dr. Nicole Schaffer and Dr. Rachel Rosvold report no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.

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