Category: Women’s Health
Patient Video: Two Miracle Babies and a New Body
Read more: Patient Video: Two Miracle Babies and a New BodyAfter having her first child, Jill was heartbroken when she found herself unable to get pregnant again. Her search for a non-surgical treatment for secondary infertility and endometriosis led her to Clear Passage® – and two more children! Today, she is a mother of three and free from endometriosis pain.
Adhesions in the Body: Presentation by Larry Wurn (Video)
Read more: Adhesions in the Body: Presentation by Larry Wurn (Video)Larry Wurn, LMT, co-founder of Clear Passage®, presents an overview of 30 years of studying and treating adhesions. With images compiled from a presentation at a conference of physicians, the video provides an in-depth overview of the biomechanics of adhesion formation and the ways in which manual physical therapy can be an effective treatment. We thank…
Endometriosis Staging – The Four Stages of Endometriosis
Read more: Endometriosis Staging – The Four Stages of EndometriosisDifferent Stages of Endometriosis If you suspect that you may have endometriosis, it is important that you consult with your doctor and receive an accurate diagnosis. Endometriosis is commonly diagnosed via a pelvic exam or a surgical procedure called laparoscopy. As part of the diagnosis, the doctor will typically determine which stage of endometriosis a…
Patient Story: Taking Back What Endometriosis Took From Me
Read more: Patient Story: Taking Back What Endometriosis Took From MeFrom robbing her of precious time with loved ones to hindering professional growth, endometriosis can affect all aspects of a woman’s life. “Endometriosis has taken a lot of things from me,” says Philippa, a former Clear Passage® patient. Below, she discusses her endometriosis journey – including finding relief – and offers her advice for other…
Dyspareunia Is Treatable – and More Common Than You Think
Read more: Dyspareunia Is Treatable – and More Common Than You ThinkIs Painful Sex (Dyspareunia) Common? Did you know that dyspareunia is one of the most prevalent conditions among women? Sixty percent of women in the U.S. report having intercourse pain at some point in their lives. If there is one thing we want our readers to take away, it is that intercourse pain is more common…
Four Ways to Support Women With Endometriosis
Read more: Four Ways to Support Women With EndometriosisHow to Support Women With Endo 1. Acknowledge their pain — don’t ignore or deny it Women with endometriosis often feel ignored. Whether it is a friend, partner, colleague, or family member, being told to “get over it” or “periods are supposed to be painful” can be extremely hurtful. Endometriosis is a real disorder; it…
Study: 1 in 5 Hysterectomies Are Unnecessary
Read more: Study: 1 in 5 Hysterectomies Are UnnecessaryImagine going through an invasive surgery without being offered alternative options. Now imagine that the surgery didn’t alleviate the pain it was supposed to. This is a grim reality many women are facing, according to a study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology, which found that 1 in 5 U.S. women who…
How Food Can Change Your Life with Endometriosis – Guest Post
Read more: How Food Can Change Your Life with Endometriosis – Guest PostWritten by Melissa, author of the popular blog Endo Empowered Truthfully, my diet was always a place where I could hide from my endometriosis pain. It generally involved eating a whole bunch of foods laden with cheese, sugar, and fat – though not necessarily all at once! The thing is, I didn’t really believe that…
Orgasms Increase Dramatically Using New Massage to the Reproductive Organs
Read more: Orgasms Increase Dramatically Using New Massage to the Reproductive OrgansEndorsed by gynecologists and shown to be effective in medical journals, the physical therapy decreases pain, increases desire, and increases lubrication GAINESVILLE, FL, January 27, 2014 – Nearly half of all women (43%) in the U.S. report sexual problems, including pain with sex, low libido, and decreased or absent orgasms, according to the Journal of…