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Jul 2024
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EP395 - Hello Down There: Your Pelvic Fl...

Dr. Nazanin Moali, Ph.d, Psychology Of Sex | Couple Therapy | Sex Education
About this episode

Welcome to episode 395 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am delighted to be speaking with Dr. Amanda Olson. In this conversation, we discuss the importance of pelvic floor health and its impact on sexual health, the functions of pelvic floor muscles and the role of specific products from her company, Intimate Rose, in addressing these issues.


Dr. Olson earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Pacific University, and a Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from Regis University, graduating as a member of the Jesuit National Honor Society. She holds a Certification of Achievement in pelvic floor physical therapy (CAPP-PF) from the American Physical Therapy Association, and the Pelvic Floor Practitioner Certification (PRPC) through the Herman and Wallace Pelvic Institute. She is also a certified Stott Pilates instructor and RRCA certified running coach. 


She is the president and chief clinical officer of Intimate Rose where she develops pelvic health products and education.  She is passionate about empowering women and men with pelvic health issues including pelvic pain, incontinence, pregnancy, and post-partum issues. Dr. Olson teaches internationally on various pelvic health topics including pelvic floor dysfunction in runners. She has written newspaper and magazine articles on pelvic floor dysfunction, and running and also authored the book Restoring the Pelvic Floor For Women.


In this episode, you will hear:

 

·      Creating Tools for Pelvic Health

·      Understanding Pelvic Floor Function

·      Pelvic Floor Health Across Genders

·      Impact of Aging on Pelvic Health

·      Pelvic Floor Exercises and Techniques

·      When to See a Pelvic Floor Therapist

·      Tips for Maintaining Pelvic Health

 

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