TMI Talk with Dr. Mary
Welcome to TMI talk with Dr. Mary where we dive into non-traditional forms of health that were once labeled as taboo or dismissed as Woo. Dr. Mary Grimberg is an orthopedic and pelvic floor physical therapist who helps people navigate perimenopause by addressing the fascia, lymphatic system, musculoskeletal system, viscera , and the nervous system.
Her whole body approach goes beyond hormone replacement therapy, showing how movement and rehab professionals can play a much bigger role in this process.
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"TMI Talk with Dr. Mary" was previously known as "Sex and Wellness with Dr. Mary"
You can learn more about Dr. Mary at drmarygrimberg.com
TMI Talk with Dr. Mary
Episode 16 - What is pelvic floor physical therapy?
Hey there! This is another solo episode and today we will be discussing what is Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy.
I don’t have anyone in particular who asked about this, but I hear this question often. Most people assume that when they go and see a pelvic floor physical therapist it’s because they are pregnant or are postpartum.
However, there are so many other facets with Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy. Everybody with a pelvis has a pelvic floor and there are issues or problems that are not even based on gender or age.
So, if you are interested to know more about Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy, listen to this episode and empower yourself with knowledge and education that you can share to others, too!
Let’s talk about:
00:36 – Introduction to today’s topic (hello everyone)
00:52 – The common misconceptions on what Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy is
01:24 - The common symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction in men and women
02:40 – The different aspects where we can be of help to people with pelvic floor dysfunction
03:57 – What to expect when you go to a pelvic floor physical therapist
29:16 – The most common questions people ask before seeing a pelvic floor physical therapist
32:18 – Conclusion
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