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Postpartum Sex: Why It Sometimes Hurts

May 16, 2015 / marnietoch@hotmail.com

Often times sex is the last thing on the mind of postpartum women. With a new little being to tend to and the pure exhaustion that goes hand in hand tending to this new little bundle of joy, sex makes a plummet down the list of interests and priorities in a new mom’s life. When I ask postpartum women if there have been any issues with intercourse since the baby arrived, the majority of women reply ‘Intercourse…you’ve got to be kidding me! Other than not having it, there haven’t been any issues’.

But time passes and the day arrives when sex is on the menu. But what happens when this intimate moment becomes unexpectedly painful? Have a read of this article to find out a bit more about this not-so-uncommon experience…

http://www.todaysparent.com/family/relationships/postpartumsexpainful/

Six Reasons You Were Right to Hate Crunches

January 31, 2015 / marnietoch@hotmail.com

Have you ever considered the fact that crunches may have negative consequences? How can the most classic exercise for the abs do anything other than provide you with the desired outcome of a flat tummy or a rippling six pack? A more interesting question might be to ask yourself if you have been doing crunches for years on end and don’t have the desired outcome of a flat tummy or a rippling six pack, why not?

I know it is taboo to say negative things about the most common exercise for working on the abdominals, but I’m up to taking a walk on the wild side regarding my opinion of crunches, especially with my experience in working with clients who have pelvic floor issues. Have a read of the link below and hopefully have a ponder if crunches are really the best way to go for you and if there may be better options to attain the goals you have for your body…

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-and-fitness/health-advisor/six-reasons-you-were-right-to-hate-crunches/article22704992/

No Peeing With Double Unders

December 23, 2014 / marnietoch@hotmail.com

Tis the time of year for New Year’s fitness resolutions. But before you consider introducing a new workout or ramping up your existing workouts, you might redirect your New Year’s fitness resolution to getting your pelvic floor into optimal health, especially if you answer yes to any of these questions…

Do you pee more than 5-7 times per day?
Do you do a ‘just in case’ pee before your WOD?
Do you leak ‘just a tiny bit’ during a deadlift or squat?
Would you like to have more satisfying sex?!?

Now that I have your attention, have a read of this great to-the-point article on pelvic floor health. Although it has a focus on CrossFit training, there is also valuable information for those of us who don’t have a clue what WOD stands for. For CrossFitters, why knees out for deadlifts and squats? Read on…

http://www.tabatatimes.com/womens-only-no-peeing-with-double-unders/

Misconceptions Regarding Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

November 26, 2014 / marnietoch@hotmail.com

Marnie Tocheniuk Physiotherapist There are a lot of assumptions floating around regarding what Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy is and who it is for. The majority of people think pelvic floor physiotherapy is only for postpartum women. This is just a portion of the population who can benefit from pelvic floor physiotherapy. I have seen many high end athletes who, after having a pelvic floor assessment and individualized treatment, increase their ability to activate their primary core stability system and as a result, improve upon their athletic performance. Do you know how to activate your primary core stability system and if so, is it performing optimally for you?

At Marnie Tocheniuk Physiotherapy I make use of Real Time Ultrasound in order to visually see how your primary core system is functioning. How cool is that?!?

The pelvic floor muscle group, just like any muscle, must be strong as well as have the ability to fully relax. Not all pelvic floor rehabilitation involves strengthening or ‘Kegel’ exercises. If your pelvic floor isn’t functioning correctly, don’t just assume it is weak — it may be due to weakness or it may be due to tightness. As well, if your muscles are weak and in need strengthening, are you sure you are doing the exercises correctly? That’s where the expertise of a pelvic floor physiotherapist come in.

I’d like to pass on the great blog regarding ’10 Misconceptions Regarding Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy’. Don’t be shy…have a peek…

Living with Arthritis

September 28, 2014 / marnietoch@hotmail.com

‘One in eight Canadians currently suffers from some kind of arthritis, and over the next 20 years, this number is expected to rise to one in four (the result of a less active population, obesity and other factors). For young people –almost 20% of all osteoarthritis patients – the condition develops after an injury or trauma to joints.

One of the major concerns arthritis patients have is the fear that there’s nothing they can do to treat their arthritis. Physiotherapists want patients to know that it doesn’t need to be that way – and that those living with arthritis can get moving for life again.

Physiotherapists are university trained medical professionals that work closely and in collaboration with doctors and other health care professionals to ensure optimum patient health and recovery. They’ll help you regain your joint confidence, and show you that your arthritis doesn’t need to keep you from living an active life.’

Physiotherapy Association of BC

Stories of Impact: Moving with Arthritis – How Physiotherapy Helps

Toilet Talk

August 20, 2014 / marnietoch@hotmail.com

Let’s talk toilet talk. No, no, no…not what you are thinking. More so literally about the toilet and some things you may not know about toilet habits. The following is a link to an informative article about some tips about visiting the toilet. For instance, do you know how often is ‘normal’ when it comes to peeing? Do you really just have a small bladder? And what about getting some reading done on the toilet…that’s ok right? Hmmm…you might like to read on…

Barefoot Running

July 6, 2014 / marnietoch@hotmail.com

Have you ever considered barefoot running or wondered what all the hype is about?

I will admit, I was a skeptic when the popularity of barefoot running started gaining momentum (as I often am with new fads). Last fall I was at a patellofemoral pain syndrome seminar and there was an excellent presentation done on barefoot running and some of the science behind it. Learning more about the mechanics of running and how the body adjusts to different footwear (traditional running shoes, minimalist shoes, and bare feet) I began to warm up to the evidence behind barefoot running. Although I have yet to try hitting the pavement sans my worn out and sadly beaten runners, I am intrigued by the supporting evidence for ridding the feet of footwear for running.

You might not be interested in the nitty gritty of the science behind running barefoot, but check out the blog link at the bottom to get a short glimpse at the dynamic changes that occur with a runner as she runs with traditional runners, minimalist shoes, and bare feet. Keep in mind, the studies behind barefoot running tend to be focused on controlled terrain (treadmill, pavement, smooth surfaces) vs trails, running barefoot is not for all runners, and introducing barefoot running needs to be done in a gradual and controlled manner.

Although your bare feet may not be as flash as that new $200 pair of runners you were eyeing, your body may thank you for spending some of your running mileage time with free and naked feet.