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
89. Forceps and vacuum birth with Urogynecologist, Dr. Merry Gong
In this episode, I sit down with New Westminster BC based Urogynecologist, Dr. Merry Gong to discuss:
- Operative vaginal birth (vacuum, forceps, episiotomy)
- What do these instruments look like and indications for their use
- Indications for operative vaginal birth vs. Cesarean birth
- Risks associated with vacuum and forceps
- Canada has the highest rates of obstetrical trauma
- C-section rates rising
- Ways to decrease rates of operative vaginal birth
- Ways to support those with pelvic floor injuries after birth
Dr. Merry Gong completed her medical undergraduate training, residency in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and a fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of British Columbia.
She specializes in the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse, urinary and fecal incontinence. She has a special interest in treating postpartum patients with pelvic floor dysfunction. She currently works at Royal Columbian Hospital performing pelvic reconstructive surgery and providing obstetrical services for high risk pregnancies.
LINKS MENTIONED:
Be Pelvic Health Aware: www.bepelvichealthaware.ca
Pelvic Floor Disorders Network of British Columbia: www.bcpfdn.net
IUGA website: yourpelvicfloor.org
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