The Mysterious Pelvic Floor

November 11, 2016 Solange Ross

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The pelvic floor is a mysterious and unfamiliar part of the body for many women. There is some emphasis from providers on the importance of Kegels for a strong pelvic floor, yet a lot of misinformation and controversy around this topic. One in three women will have pelvic floor dysfunction including bowel and bladder issues and pelvic pain according to the American Urogynecologic Society. The National Association For Continence has reported that 40% of women are not performing a Kegel exercise correctly.

Treating A Coccyx Injury

August 24, 2016 Solange Ross

It is challenging to treat a coccyx injury. Depending on the extent of the injury (bruise, sprain, strain, fracture) it can take 6 months to a year to heal with ongoing injury prevention and impact on the pelvic floor. It is an injury that it is very difficult to rest and takes mindfulness in body mechanics and posture throughout the healing process. The coccyx sits at the base of the spine and is extremely important because of its attachments to the pelvic floor. It is not meant to bear weight. However, when we sit backwards or slump, shift weight to one side (crossing legs), stand or bend in poor posture, this all affects the coccyx.

The Prenatal Pelvic Floor Foundation - Prep For Your Workout

June 6, 2016 Solange Ross

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Posture is key during pregnancy. Workouts that may have been routine before, may need a little reassessment based on how your body is changing. We chatted with physical therapist and core specialist Solange Ross, founder of NYC-based Complete Core on the best way to engage our pelvic core to prep for our workouts.

Who Is This Kegel? Do I Know Him?

March 21, 2016 Solange Ross

So what's the deal with this kegel exercise anyway? What exactly am I doing down there? If you have ever wondered this, you are not alone. Many health care providers talk about the importance of doing kegels during pregnancy and post-partum to tone the vagina. You can read about them all over the Internet. But does anyone really explain to you how to do them?

A Look Inside Pelvic Floor Muscle Re-education

January 20, 2016 Solange Ross

Have you ever heard about Perineum Re-education? La Perineale Re-education as the French call it. This involves re-education of the pelvic floor muscles to restore normal function, strength and tone to the vagina and core muscles.