The Pelvic Floor Project
Embarrassing symptoms deserve better conversations.
Whether you're dealing with bladder leaks, prolapse, pelvic pain, painful sex, erectile dysfunction, constipation, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, or simply wondering if what you're experiencing is normal—you're not alone.
Hosted by pelvic floor physiotherapist Melissa Dessaulles, this podcast helps you understand how your body works and why symptoms happen. Through conversations with leading researchers, physicians, surgeons, sex therapists, midwives, psychologists, and other experts, we translate the latest evidence into practical information you can actually use.
No myths. No shame. No confusing medical jargon.
Just honest conversations that connect the dots—so you can feel informed, confident, and empowered to make decisions about your health.
The Pelvic Floor Project
35. Hemorrhoids and the pelvic floor with Lacey Forsyth
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In this episode, I sit down with physiotherapist, Lacey Forsyth to discuss:
- What are hemorrhoids?
- Symptoms
- Causes
- How hemorrhoids are related to the pelvic floor
- Treatment options
Lacey Forsyth is a Registered Physical Therapist, Mama of 2 and Founder of Bump Physio & Co.
Lacey graduated from the University of British Columbia’s MPT program (UBC) in 2014 after receiving her Master of Arts degree in Sociology from Simon Fraser University in 2010 and an Honours BA from UBC in 2007. She has a passion for teaching and helping others which drew her to the physiotherapy profession.
Currently, Lacey is the Founder & CEO of Bump Physio & Co a boutique physiotherapy practice with locations in both Port Moody and Langley, BC. In her role, Lacey maintains an active clinical caseload and is involved in teaching and mentoring physiotherapists. She is also an active member within the profession though her ongoing membership with PABC, CPA and the Women’s Health Division as well as a teaching assistant with Pelvic Health Solutions.
Outside of work, Lacey is an active Mom of 2 tween boys so most likely you’ll catch her with coffee in hand either at the local ice rink or on the side of the soccer pitch or volleyball court.
Links to contact Lacey:
Website: www.bumpphysioco.ca
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