Yoga for Pelvic Health
Join Mammoth Hospital physical therapist assistant Katie Sheehan in these on-demand videos that guide participants in incorporating pelvic floor activation and release into a new or existing yoga and core practice. These videos may also be used at the recommendation of a physical therapist to guide exercise for patients who have been evaluated and treated for pelvic floor conditions.
*If you have pelvic floor pain, ask your physician if a pelvic health physical therapy referral is appropriate for you, and contact Mammoth Hospital’s Physical Therapy Team (760-934-7302).
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Diaphragm & Pelvic Floor Synergy
This gentle flow focuses on the cooperative relationship between the breathing diaphragm and the pelvic floor. Slow transitions and supported postures help access the parasympathetic nervous system (aka "rest and digest') and facilitates release of muscles commonly weak and tight in pelvic floor dysfunction.
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No-Sit Flow for Release, Activation, and Breathing Synergy
Sitting can be uncomfortable due to tailbone, hip or pelvic floor pain. This more active flow avoids sitting and focuses on both release and activation of the pelvic floor muscles, legs, and side body.
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Core Strength Progressions- Find Your Level
A demo of most basic to advanced core strengthening exercises to inform and inspire your existing core routine. Find the level that is challenging but doable to you, maintaining good form, then progress to the next step as your strength is gained over time. Number one rule: no breath holding!