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Exercises that strengthen your pelvic floor muscles are probably not at the top of your gym to-do list. They should, however. A stronger pelvic chair can help you avoid incontinence, improve your sexual health, and strengthen and stabilize your core. 1-Bridge Lie down on your back; knees bent, feet flat on the floor, hips apart. Inhale, elevate your hips, and engage your pelvic chair. Hold for up to 10 seconds (don't forget to breathe!). Perform ten repetitions. Return your hips to their original position and release your pelvic floor. 2-Squat against the wall Stand with your feet hip-width apart against a wall. Inhale, engage your pelvic floor, and squat down as if sitting in a chair. Hold for a total of 10 seconds. Return to a standing position and relax your pelvic floor. Take a 10-second break. That counts as one rep. Do number ten. 3-Jumping jacks Begin by bringing your legs together. Engage your pelvic floor as you bounce your legs apart and bring your arms overhead. As you ...

Choosing the correct pelvic floor physical therapist from a pelvic floor clinic in Toronto is crucial. They will become an intimate part of your life, and you deserve someone wonderful! But, when it comes to picking one, what should you look for? I've highlighted the top six items you should look for when making this decision. Remember that these are only suggestions; there are exceptions to every rule. 1- Credentials and years of experience: Most physical therapists nowadays have a master's degree in physical therapy, if not a PhD. In my opinion, your pelvic floor physical therapist should also be an APTA board-certified specialist (WCS). 2- Length of your PT appointment: As insurance companies reduce reimbursement, some PT clinics reduce the amount of time they spend with patients to get more people through the door. 3- Internal and external treatment: Your physical therapist should conduct both internal and external manual therapy during every visit. Your physical therapi...