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If you have endometriosis or you are a health professional treating people with endo this conversation is for you.
I chat with Felicity and Jess, the co-creators of Endo Online which is a platform providing practical helpful strategies for self -management within a positive environment.
Endo Online was born from their desire to provide education and support to anyone with endometriosis wherever they are on their journey, and for those who suspect they may have it or any other type of pelvic pain.
The website has a section with free resources in theform of videos and blogs, a section for health professionals and also hosts their flagship program Evolve.
Evolve is an 8 week/ 8 module program covering 25 hours of video content.
Each module has an educational lecture, exploratorytutorials (on how to do practical treatments like using wands and dilators ) and guided practices to help you find safety in yourself as well as building your own personal toolkit of endo-management techniques.
It gives lifetime access and a supportive closed Facebookcommunity.
You can find the website here
Felicity and Jess post loads of great free information on their Instagram page
Health Professionals can use the code HP50 for 50% off access to the Evolve course
BIOS:
Felicity and Jess are both passionate pelvic healthphysiotherapists who came together to create Endo Online, an online education platform making evidence-based and holistic self-management strategies accessible to people with Endometriosis anytime and anywhere.
Jess is an experienced pelvic physiotherapist withher own lived experience of Endometriosis, Adenomyosis and Crohns disease, which has deeply informed her practice. She shares in the frustration of so many of her patients - that Endo is still under-diagnosed, takes far too long to diagnose, and that the repercussions of this delay without adequate careleads to high rates of chronic pain, which often persist even after the excision of Endo. Jess’s vision is to ensure Endo Warriors are supported in managing their Endo journey through whole body treatment, education and exercise, to assist them in living the lives they were meant to live.
Jess works as a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist at Limitless Physiotherapy in Bronte, Sydney, Australia.
Felicity is a pelvic physiotherapist with a background in chronic pain management and mental health care, and combinesskills in pelvic health with yoga and mindfulness to offer trauma-informed holistic care. She loves empowering patients to explore ways to release tension, connect with relaxation, sleep better and move with greater ease through their journey with endo and persistent pain. Felicity’s vision is to help every Endo Warrior access support to build their own bespoke toolkit of strategies to address their unique experience of Endo. She practices at Beaches Pelvic Physio on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
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If you always thought vibrators were phallic and too scaredto try one – Eleanor debunks these myths as she talks us through the vibrator she developed as a beginner one and for those pelvic health issues like pelvic pain anddyspareunia (painful penetration) which are often secondary side effects of a primary condition and often not talked about but we are here to do so!
Vibrators can be scary, shopping for one even more so. Wetake away the fear as we discuss just how beneficial using the correct one can be for all stages of hormonal changes whether it be postnatally, perimenopause, menopause or following surgery or cancer treatments.
Eleanor talks us through the design of hers and why its teardrop shape allows for different sensations and focusses on different areas and how it fits in palm of your hand.
Kaito fits beautifully between medical devices and pleasureproducts meeting you where you are on your intimate health journey and as an entry point into sexual awareness and rehab.
We discuss how research shows that vibration can be helpful for muscle relaxation and improving blood flow – both often being aims of treatment for pelvic health conditions.
We talk about lubricants, oestrogen, changes in sensitivitywith hormonal changes and more and finish with some very interesting chat about vaginal microbiome and a new product she is involved with in this space.
Eleanor's biography
Eleanor Gardner MSc Physiotherapy, is the founder of www.pelvicrelief.co.uk, a platform dedicated toaccessible, evidence-based solutions for a wide range of intimate health conditions.
Recognising the need for high-quality products, Eleanor acquired www.vjjhealth.com in 2024, and its transformative vaginal probiotics. Bringing VJJ Health under the Pelvic Relief umbrella furthers her mission to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools to confidently manage their pelvic and intimate health.
You can also find Eleanor on Instagram
In Australia you can see Kaito here
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What does a waterslide have to do with a vibrator? Ever wondered how a vibrator is made? what is on the inside and how it works?
Join me as I chat to the founder of Elixir play, Lara Pack. We dive into Lara’s lived experience of pelvic pain, how that led her desire to create better options for those affected by pelvic pain, vaginismus and vulvodynia and what her hopes are for others and her daughters in the future when it comes to normalising sexual health .
We talk about the concept of 'from failure comes success'
We bust some myths about female pleasure.
We talk about how vibration can help with pelvic pain.
You will also learn why the shape of a vibrator is important and what you should look for when choosing one. Her range includes Amethyst, Garnet and Ruby. Which one might best suit you?
Whether you are just looking for a high quality toy or need some guidance on how vibration and pleasure can help you through your pelvic pain journey this is the episode for you and I highly recommend that you watch this one and not just listen ;-)
Some facts about Elixir play products
top quality liquid silicone - learn why this is the best material created using a quality team all products are non- phallic looking which can help the psychosocial aspect of pelvic pain treatment as they are calming and non threatening whisper quiet at <35 decibels which is quieter than ambient noise! 10 functions did you know you should charge your vibrator regularly - not just so that it is ready when you are but for the health of the lithium batteryYou can find Elixir Play products on Lara's Australian website or US website
and at Pelvic Floor Exercise (Australia)
Follow Lara on Instagram
and whilst you are there - please follow Pelvic Health Product Podcast and consider sharing us with your friends.
Thanks for joining me
Fiona x
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Join me as I chat to well-known pelvic health physiotherapist from Brisbane Sue Croft OAM.We discuss her books Pelvic Floor Recovery (which has also been translated into German) and Pelvic Floor Essentials. Both are written to help patients navigate their way through their pelvic health journey but are equally useful for health professionals as a reference.We also talk about her wonderful blog which now numbers at .....posts.Sue is a natural author and easy to listen to with her vast knowledge of all pelvic health conditions.You can find her blog hereYou can buy her books here or from Pelvic Floor ExerciseYou can find it all in on place here
SUE CROFT BIOSue is a dedicated and accomplished physiotherapist for over 47-years, working in Pelvic Health for the past 36 years. She was awarded the Order of Australia Medal in 2023 for contributions to the community and the physiotherapy profession in pelvic health.Sue has authored three books on pelvic health physiotherapy including the recently published updated 5th Edition of Pelvic Floor Recovery: Physiotherapy for Gynaecological and Colorectal Repair Surgery (which she has also translated into German) and Pelvic Floor Essentials (4th Edition). She also writes a pelvic health blog with over 400 published blogs.Sue Co-Chaired the Scientific Committee of NCOI2020 with Urogynaecologist, Dr Peta Higgs. In March, 2024,Sue sold her practice to John and Nicole Fitzgerald to create Active Women’s Health and now works half-time for them at the same Highgate Hill address. She is enjoying seeing her patients and mentoring the physios at this new centre of excellence for Pelvic Health Physiotherapy.
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Did you know that research showing TENS can help period pain first emerged in the mid 1980’s! It has become mainstream in recent years, giving millions of people with painful periods and endometriosis some relief as part of their self- management plan.
Maxine Orange, the creator of Tap 2.0, is on Occupational Therapist with lived experience of pelvic pain which led her to create her company.
Lots of background work went into developing and testing it.
Fiona and Maxine chat about how she did this, demystifying what TENS is and how it can work for you and your pelvic pain.
TENS can be used for period pain(dysmenorrhea), endometriosis and other pelvic pain conditions.
TENS is often claimed to ‘block pain messages’ is this true? How does it REALLY work? What does it feel like?
Not all pain is the same so having options of different programs that work in different ways helps tailor pain management.
Pain can be exhausting so being in control and using your TENS device when and where you need it can make a huge difference in how you feel.
Tap 2.0 is simple and easy to use – no wires means it can be comfortably worn under your clothing allowing you to get back to doing what you need to do, or just pop it on and have a rest.
Maxine and Tap have an exciting development coming next year and you heard it first here on the Pelvic Health Product Podcast!
Where can I buy Tap?
Taphealthnz
In Australia pelvicfloorexercise
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I first met Claire at a conference not long after she launched Olive and Bee – watch how far she has come with this simple and innovative product made from 2 natural ingredients : EVOO and beeswax. Sounds simple? It took 26 formulas to develop just the right consistency. What is Olive and Bee? Is it the right product for you and how should you use it?Learn what a comedogenic rating is and why it is important for an oil-based lubricant. Learn when and how to best use Olive and Bee . There are many applications!Is it safe to use with silicone devices? (yes!)Is it condom safe? (no it has not been tested but oil based products are not compatible)Olive and Bee is an excellent personal moisturiser for peri and post menopause - use on alternate days to hormonal vaginal moisturiser. It is a great alternative for those who have been medically advised not to use an hormonal based moisturiser eg during and following cancer treatment.Clinicians can use it for internal examinations esp on patients who are sensitive. and .....you heard it here first! - watch out for Olive and Bee lip balm under development!How to get in touch with Claire and Olive and Bee:Website: oliveandbee.com.auEmail: [email protected] Instagram: @olivebeeandmeThanks for watching. If you enjoyed the interview - hit subscribe and share with a friend who may benefit. Yours in pelvic health.....Fiona
