The Pelvic Floor Project
This podcast is for anyone with a pelvic floor. Pssst….. everyone has a pelvic floor. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles responsible for controlling our bodily functions. I refer to myself as a physiotherapist for embarrassing issues. I routinely help clients address symptoms like incontinence, prolapse, diastasis, pelvic pain, intimacy issues and the list goes on. A theme that stands out to me is how little we learn about our private parts and the muscles surrounding. This podcast is for you if you are interested in learning more about your body. Focused on the female, I cover topics pertinent to puberty, athletics, pregnancy, birth, postpartum recovery, menopause, surgery and so much more.I promise to share evidence based information through discussion with other health care experts in their field with the goal to showcase a holistic and empowering approach to taking care of the only body you will ever have. I hope you enjoy!
The Pelvic Floor Project
48. Using dilators to address painful penetration with Dr. Amanda Olson
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Amanda Olson, physical therapist and pelvic expert behind Intimate Rose to discuss:
- The messaging that dilators are used to "stretch tight tissue"
- Reasons why penetration with intimacy, tampon use and medical exams can be painful
- The connection between brain and pelvic floor
- How dilators can be used to help the brain and body tolerate penetration
- Intimate Rose product details (sizing, what they are made of, lubrication to accompany, ordering)
- Ways to progress when using a dilator
- How to know if a dilator(s) would be an option for you
Dr. Olson earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Pacific University, and a Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from Regis University, graduating as a member of the Jesuit National Honor Society. She is holds a Certification of Achievement in pelvic floor physical therapy (CAPP-PF) from the American Physical Therapy Association, and the Pelvic Floor Practitioner Certification (PRPC) through the Herman and Wallace Pelvic Institute. She is also a certified Stott Pilates instructor and RRCA certified running coach.
She is the president and chief clinical officer of Intimate Rose where she develops pelvic health products and education. She is passionate about empowering women and men with pelvic health issues including pelvic pain, incontinence, pregnancy, and post-partum issues.
Dr. Olson teaches internationally on various pelvic health topics including pelvic floor dysfunction in runners. She has written newspaper and magazine articles on pelvic floor dysfunction, and running and also authored the book Restoring the Pelvic Floor For Women.
Website - https://www.intimaterose.com
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Links mentioned in episode:
Episode 47 - Pain with intercourse: Looking beyond the pelvic floor muscles
The evidence:
Falk SJ, Bober S. Vaginal Health During Breast Cancer Treatment
Miles T, Johnson N. Vaginal dilator therapy for women receiving pelvic radiotherapy.