Pelvic Floor First
Pelvic Floor First Education days
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Pelvic floor safe exercises
Exercise is a vital part of healthy living, and is important for your body and mind.
Research shows that there are some exercises that can harm the muscles of the pelvic floor, which can lead to pelvic floor problems.
These exercises can place a downward strain on the pelvic floor, particularly for people at risk of pelvic floor problems.
If you experience pelvic floor problems it is important that you speak to a continence professional. It is also important that you speak to your fitness instructor about pelvic floor safe exercises that will not stress your pelvic floor, as certain exercises can cause or increase pelvic floor problems overtime.
Recent studies have revealed a strong link between certain kinds of exercises and pelvic floor problems. Pelvic Floor First aims to encourage pelvic floor safe exercises, so that people don’t experience unwanted side effects such as bladder and bowel problems. Put your pelvic floor first and stay in control for life.
Pelvic Floor First pamphlets avaliable for download:
For more tips and information go to:
www.pelvicfloorfirst.org.au
Adults Continence Providers:
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