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An HSG May Help You Become Pregnant
Women who experience infertility are commonly scheduled for a hysterosalpinogram (HSG) to see if their fallopian tubes are open and functioning properly. What many women don’t know is that the procedure itself can help a woman become pregnant. Sometimes, a fallopian tube fills with a small amount of mucus. This mucus can form after infections,…
Infertility and Sexual Dysfunction Are Linked – And It’s Not All in Your Head
Maintaining a sexually satisfying relationship can be difficult for couples struggling with infertility. Judith C. Daniluk, author of an article entitled “Keeping Your Sex Life Alive While Coping with Infertility,” explains that “Infertility affects a person’s feelings about themselves – their masculinity or femininity, their self-worth, their self-esteem, their body.” Many women experience a deterioration…
Spirituality Can Help Women with Premature Ovarian Failure
Premature Ovarian Failure (POF), when a woman’s ovaries stop working before the age of 40, can be a life-changing diagnosis for any woman. Former plans of children can suddenly be cut short, in addition to a woman dealing with symptoms of menopause. Many women find themselves re-examining their lives or battling depression. A study published…
The Appearance of a C-Section Scar Can Provide Clues About Abdominal Adhesions
When a woman comes to CPT with secondary infertility, one of the first questions our therapists ask is, “Did you have a C-section?” Through years of experience, our therapists have found that C-sections frequently cause adhesion formation within the abdominal and pelvic cavity. Adhesions can impede fertility by blocking the fallopian tubes, restricting the uterus,…
Resolving Hydrosalpinx
In the past, a fallopian tube swollen and filled with liquid (a hydrosalpinx) was considered beyond repair and non-functional. In fact, many reproductive endocrinologists still feel the best way to treat a hydrosalpinx is to remove the tube and proceed with IVF. Belinda and Larry Wurn opened Clear Passage® Therapies when they discovered their manual…
The G-Spot and Sexual Function
Unlock the potential for improved sexual function and satisfaction with Clear Passage® Physical Therapy’s Free Consult and Request Info – discover how their unique, non-invasive approach has helped women experience increased desire, arousal, and orgasm while reducing pain by up to 96%. To learn more, visit our Apply to Therapy page. Female sexual function relies…
Anti-Inflammatories and Reducing Inflammation Naturally
What is an anti-inflammatory? The FDA describes it as a medication to reduce inflammation (the body’s response to surgery, injury, irritation, or infection). There are common anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs) out there, such as Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, and Aleve, but for those who suffer from chronic inflammation, these can have severe side effects and are not healthy to take…
The Three Types of Fallopian Tube Blockages
When trying to make treatment choices for fallopian tube occlusion, it is crucial to understand the type of blockage. The success of treatment options varies greatly depending on the location of the blockage. Fallopian tubes can be blocked in three places: Fallopian tubes that are blocked proximally have the highest success rate for opening with…
Three Common Causes of Deep Penetration Pain
Few women feel comfortable discussing painful intercourse, much less deep penetration pain. However, many women experience pain that lasts after initial entry. Some women report that “It feels like my partner is hitting something.” Other women experience a broader ache in their pelvis. So what can cause this type of pain? Below are three common…
Overcoming the Fear of Another Ectopic Pregnancy
“In early 2004, I became pregnant for the first time,” Savannah told us. “But my husband and I were soon devastated when we learned it was an ectopic pregnancy.” Once a woman experiences an ectopic pregnancy, her perspective on pregnancy is forever changed. The excitement of a positive pregnancy test can be quickly transformed into…