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New study by Origin & Ipsos Highlights the Hidden Pelvic Health Crisis Over the years, we've gotten used to people telling us that pelvic floor symptoms like bladder leaks and pelvic pain  are "niche” issues that “only” impact postpartum and older women (as if these people count less?). And until now, we’ve lacked detailed and validated data to prove them wrong. That changes today. Conducted in partnership with Ipsos and made possible with a grant from Rise Together Ventures, the 2024 Origin Pelvic Health Study shows that pelvic health issues among women ages 18-59 have reached epidemic levels — and we are not getting the care we need. 🛑 Pelvic health symptoms impacted 8 in 10 women within the past year. 🛑 83% report at least one pelvic health symptom in the past year (75% report two or more) 🛑 The average number of pelvic health symptoms reported is 5 🛑 Millennial women are even more likely to report a host of symptoms than Gen X 🛑 64% say symptoms negatively impact their lives, yet 96% have not received a related health diagnosis If you’re nodding your head, repost to help drive awareness about these issues and advocate for more and better pelvic healthcare — and DM us if you want to collaborate on future research or discuss the data with our clinical team. See the full study here: https://lnkd.in/gT6NGAyT #powertothepelvicfloor #thefuturefeelsgood #pelvichealth #womenshealth #research

If we accept that stress negatively impacts health, we must consider how *relief from stress* has the opposite effect. The mind – how we feel about the world around us, our circumstances, the context of daily life – plays a role in how we perceive stressors in our world and how we physically respond. That physical response ties right back into the health of our body. So, yes, I believe in the mind-body connection. I also believe in the body-mind-body connection. An interesting example of this connection came up in a conversation I had with Carine Carmy, co-founder and CEO at Origin. She pointed out that I hadn’t included *pain* on the map of maternal stressors. Not the physical sensation of pain, rather the emotional distress that often accompanies the *experience of pain* as a woman. In the case of pelvic pain, limited research on the topic has linked pain and pelvic health issues with depressive symptoms and mental health disorders. But the “high rate of reported co-occurrence” still needs a lot of disentangling to better understand directionality in terms of what-causes-what and to what degree. Where does stress come in? The data captured by the Origin team in their State of Pelvic Health Survey (link in comments) may have some insight on this question. From their study: 75% of women reported having two or more pelvic health symptoms but only 4% have a medical diagnosis ascribed to those symptoms. My theory on this: when it comes to pelvic health issues, the stress is not restricted to the physical symptoms. The stress also exists in the *not having a diagnosis, not having a name for a condition, not having a plan, not having recognition for an ailment. It is the stress of the experience. In the context of the postpartum period, I believe that the connections between postpartum depression and pelvic floor disorders has less to do with the two being a downstream result of pregnancy and birth and more to do with the stress related to lack of awareness, lack of community, lack of care, lack of pretty much anything that would normalize the condition and create a sense of control. It is that lack of […] that underlies the stress triggering or exacerbating mental health conditions. It’s only a theory, of course, because… well, the gappy state of Women’s Health research… So, here’s a plea – can someone please study this? And can someone please fund this research?! Until the research catches up, the important thing to recognize is the value of incorporating pelvic floor awareness and physical therapy into postpartum recovery care, not only because of its importance for long-term pelvic health, but also because it is a source of stress that can be (and needs to be) reduced during this period of elevated health risk. https://lnkd.in/gUcKB4JE #maternalhealth

We quizzed OBGYNs at the annual American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) conference on some of the lesser known symptoms that are related to pelvic floor dysfunction. We often see referrals from OBGYNs for things like incontinence, prolapse, pelvic pain, but many providers aren't aware that pelvic floor physical therapy can also help with constipation, TMJ, migraines, plantar fasciitis and more. To understand what symptoms are most commonly impacting women, check out our 2024 Origin Pelvic Health Study in partnership with Ipsos, highlighting what symptoms are impacting women the most at every stage of life: https://lnkd.in/gT6NGAyT #womenshealth #research #womenshealthresearch #pelvichealth #acog #obgyn

To nobody’s surprise, I am a super user of virtual care and digital health apps / devices. As I found myself navigating my first pregnancy, labor recovery, new baby milestones, and a whole new world of parenting - I amplified my usage of these programs. Here are my top 5: 💍 ŌURA Ring & Natural Cycles° for fertility  💜 What to Expect: The community aspect was great 🔶 Origin Pelvic Floor therapy: Hybrid, virtual for pregnancy & in-person postpartum 🦉 Owlet Baby Care: Dream Sock 💤 Happiest Baby (the maker of SNOO) I am also excited to try Wondr Health for postpartum weight loss support and Summer Health for pediatrician support. Any other recommendations?

A recent study conducted by Ipsos and SteelSky Ventures company Origin found 83% of US women ages 18-59 experienced at least one pelvic health symptom in the last year, including the 50% of Millennial women who reported bladder leaks. Origin is closing the gap by providing pelvic floor and whole-body physical therapy with a specialized focus on pregnancy, postpartum and menopause, both in person and virtually. Learn more in Origin's 2024 report: https://lnkd.in/erizgrey Carine Carmy #womenshealth #venturecapital #healthcare #Atlanta #NewYork

We sat down with several OBGYNs at American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)'s annual conference to ask them when they first learned about their pelvic floor... and the answers might surprise you. OBGYNs are crucial partners for us to ensure that patients learn about their pelvic floor and understand its five major functions – support, stability, sexual function, continence and circulation – so they can look out for what is and is not "normal". We've worked with over 2,000 referring providers to put together assets that patients and providers find crucial to normalize symptoms and identify pelvic floor dysfunction before it gets worse: - A one-page screening tool can make it easy to screen patients for symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction. - A Pelvic Floor 101 to explain the basic function and symptoms to look out for - PDF guides for everything from how to prepare for labor and delivery to the best ergonomics for breast feeding. Check out the resources here: https://lnkd.in/g6HpdA3Y

Women's health is inherently multidisciplinary. One of the biggest challenges we have to improving outcomes for women at every stage of life is care coordination across different provider types whether that be an OBGYN, urologist, urogyn, mental health therapist, oncologist, PCP and beyond. As Dr. Larissa Rodriguez Weill Cornell Medicine says, "I've seen the fragmented care some women receive... Combining the expertise of urogynecologists, colorectal surgeons, physical therapists, and rehabilitation medicine specialists ensures excellent quality of care for women suffering from pelvic floor disorders." It's on us as health care providers to come up with innovative models to make these handoffs easier for both the patient and the provider. Learn more about some of the challenges and solutions for increasing access in our 2024 State of Pelvic Health Report: https://lnkd.in/grnHAtJA

As pelvic floor physical therapists, it's crucial that we meet patients where they are – and sometimes that means providing them with the right tools and products that allow them to better understand their pelvic floor and address their pelvic floor dysfunction at home and at their own pace. We're big ole fans of Emily Sauer and The Pelvic People (formerly Ohnut) who's built two incredible products the Kiwi and Ohnut. Says Sauer, "People are finding us sooner, taking their pelvic health seriously sooner, and starting with clinically trusted, at-home options that help them feel capable and connected." We agree with Sauer – the sooner folks take charge of their pelvic health, the better. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/grnHAtJA #pelvichealth #pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorpt #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy #womenshealth #pelvicpain

Colorectal cancer rates have been rising over the last two decades with colon cancer diagnoses in people aged 18–50 have increased by 15% since 2004. When most people think of pelvic floor physical therapy, their initial correlation is with pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, pain with penetration – essentially all things "uterus." But this narrow view misses all of the work that pelvic floor physical therapists do around colon and rectal care. As Marisa Peters, founder of BE SEEN, shares in this personal piece in Katie Couric Media, "A lime-sized tumor was discovered in my colonoscopy after five years of voicing symptoms to every medical professional I knew. That’s when I learned that post-childbirth symptoms are very similar to those of colorectal cancer. Even though I was bleeding every time I pooped, people assumed, 'This woman is healthy. She’s just having the usual post-childbirth symptoms.'" A pelvic floor physical therapist can be there in that postpartum period to tell you what is or is absolutely not "normal" and we also can support you before, during, and after a cancer diagnosis. Read on for Marisa's tips to be seen postpartum: https://lnkd.in/gW6pKQCv #womenshealth #pelvichealth #cancer #colorectalcare #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy

We frequently hear the misconception that patients only need pelvic floor physical therapy AFTER they've delivered. However, pelvic floor physical therapy has incredible benefits BEFORE delivery and is shown to reduce time in labor, reduce the risk of tearing, and shorten the postpartum recovery time. Read on for Origin's Dr. Ashley Rawlins, PT, DPT's 5 tips for preparing your pelvic floor and whole body for labor: https://lnkd.in/gNh8etqx #womenshealth #pregnancy #maternity #postpartum #pelvichealth #pelvicfloortherapy #pelvicfloorpt