Hoag Hospital's World-Renowned Director of Sexual Medicine
Will Speak at Womanology Book Release Party
The latest book by Dr. Michael Krychman addresses the most common questions
concerning women's sexual health and vitality
Irvine, California – Dr. Michael Krychman, the world-renowned director of sexual medicine at Hoag Hospital, will talk about his latest book and sign copies of "100 Questions and Answers about Women's Sexual Wellness and Vitality" at a book release party at the Womanology physical therapy clinic in Irvine.
On Wednesday, June 24 from 5 to 7 p.m., Dr. Krychman will join his associates at Womanology for an informal reception with wine and cheese to discuss the new book. Released in April 2009, "100 Questions and Answers about Women's Sexual Wellness and Vitality" addresses the most common questions among women and their partners regarding female sexual health and function.
"We couldn't be more excited to celebrate the release of this informative book with Dr. Krychman, who has brought a new level of attention and respect to the field of female sexual care," said Robin Christenson, MPT and owner of Womanology. "At Womanology, our mission is to let women know that they don't have to live with sexual dysfunction, and Dr. Krychman's book is a valuable tool for women of all ages who want to improve their sexual health and relationships."
Dr. Krychman, a board certified OB/GYN and licensed clinical sexologist, joined Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach, Calif., in 2007. Through the hospital's Sexual Health and Survivorship Medicine program, Dr. Krychman works with women facing intimacy complications due to cancer, hysterectomies, neurological disorders, menopause, diabetes and numerous other medical problems.
Dr. Krychman is also the author of "100 Questions and Answers for Women Living with Cancer" and has been featured on Oprah Radio and in the New York Times.
ABOUT WOMANOLOGY: With an integrated, customized approach combining physical therapy, massage, pilates, gyrotonics, education, acupuncture and more, Womanology addresses the underlying and often complex causes of sexual dysfunction and pelvic pain. The highly specialized care and gracious staff fill a void in the healthcare industry for patients facing complications from cancer, breast surgery, pregnancy, chronic pelvic pain, interstitial cystitis and more. For more information, please log on to Womanology.net.
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Monday, May 25, 2009
Painful Sex on Oprah Radio
Check this out! This is a great interview with Dr. Laura Berman and Dr. Michael Krychman (Sexual Medicine Director of Hoag Hospital). They have a great plug for gynecologic physical therapy!
http://www.oprah.com/media/20090504-radio-laura-berman-painful-sex
http://www.oprah.com/media/20090504-radio-laura-berman-painful-sex
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Pilates for Prolapse
Although there are few research studies to show that a prolapse of the bladder (cystocele), rectum (rectocele), or uterus can be reversed through exerises, many of our clients have reported a significant decrease in the awareness of their prolapse after doing physical therapy with pilates. While much of the tissue type and quality of the ligamentous support of these organs is genetic, a person's posture and "core" strength can lead to decreased support leading to further proplapse.
Strengthening of the pelvic floor muscles and postural exercises can be very helpful in the prevention of the prolapse worsening. One of the primary functions of the vaginal/ pelvic muscles is to support the suspended organs. Weakness in the "core": the deep spine, abdomen, and pelvis, can lead to decreased support of the organs in the pelvis. Postural dysfunctions, specifically flattening of the curve in the lower back, can lead to what therapists call a "Posterior Pelvic Tilt". A Posterior pelvic tilt shifts the position of the pubic bone upward, therefore, no longer acting as a boney support for the bladder to rest upon. Without this boney support, more strain is placed on the ligaments that suspend the bladder and uterus. Physical therapy in conjunction with therapeutic pilates (by an instructor who truly understands the anatomy of a prolapse) can be very helpful.
If you are considering a prolapse repair surgery, physical therapy with a specialized pilates program may be able alleviate the need for surgery. Even if surgery is eventually needed, we believe that those who have therapy prior to prolapse repair may have faster healing time and better recovery secondary to the improvement in the pelvic floor strength and circulation during therapy. Either way, physical therapy is proving to be helpful.
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Strengthening of the pelvic floor muscles and postural exercises can be very helpful in the prevention of the prolapse worsening. One of the primary functions of the vaginal/ pelvic muscles is to support the suspended organs. Weakness in the "core": the deep spine, abdomen, and pelvis, can lead to decreased support of the organs in the pelvis. Postural dysfunctions, specifically flattening of the curve in the lower back, can lead to what therapists call a "Posterior Pelvic Tilt". A Posterior pelvic tilt shifts the position of the pubic bone upward, therefore, no longer acting as a boney support for the bladder to rest upon. Without this boney support, more strain is placed on the ligaments that suspend the bladder and uterus. Physical therapy in conjunction with therapeutic pilates (by an instructor who truly understands the anatomy of a prolapse) can be very helpful.
If you are considering a prolapse repair surgery, physical therapy with a specialized pilates program may be able alleviate the need for surgery. Even if surgery is eventually needed, we believe that those who have therapy prior to prolapse repair may have faster healing time and better recovery secondary to the improvement in the pelvic floor strength and circulation during therapy. Either way, physical therapy is proving to be helpful.
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Sunday, October 26, 2008
Cancer Survivorship: Regaining a quality sex life
I hear it so frequently.....Yes, you survived cancer and should be thankful for your life. Unfortunately, many cancer survivors, both male and female, battle with SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION AND PAIN after cancer treatments.
For women, chemotherapy and drugs such as Tomoxofen can rapidly deplete the body of Estrogen. One type of Estrogen, Estradiol has over 400 functions in the body so you can only imagine how many bodily functions change with rapid loss. A major function of Estrogen is keeping tissues hydrated. Dryness in vaginal tissues can be very painful in and of itself during intercourse. Chronic depletion of estrogen can also lead to vaginal atrophy, or shrinkage of the muscles surrounding the vagina. These muscles not only contribute to sexual function, but are also key in bowel and bladder function (urinary urgency, frequency or pain).
For males, removal of the prostate can lead to scarring and irritation around the bladder and pelvic floor muscles. The scarring can also irritate local nerves and can lead to chronic pelvic pain, tailbone pain, urinary frequency, painful intercourse and even erectile dysfunction.
THERE IS HELP! We have had tremendous success in helping cancer survivors regain their sexual health. Physical Therapy trigger point release directly to the pelvic floor muscles can increase blood flow and therefore help improve tissue quality, normalize bladder function, decrease muscle tension, and improve sexual function. In addition to internal trigger point release of the pelvic muscles (offered to both females and males) we can use several modalities to decrease pain and nerve sensitivity such as Electrical Stimulation and Biofeedback.
While manual physical therapy is very helpful, we also utilize massage therapy, pilates exercise therapy and acupuncture. Many women benefit from massage therapy for lymph drainage after mastectomies. Lymph build-up in the body can significantly contribute to pain all over the body as painful tissues need to circulate out the toxins/ inflammatory chemicals that they produce. Specific exercises in a specialized Pilates exercise program can also aid in lymph drainage. Pilates is also a wonderful way to decrease tension in spasmed muscles and to regain core stength. Finally, Acupuncture has amazing abilities to decrease pain and improve circulation. Acupuncture also helps in rebalancing the body's natural functions.
Womanology believes survivorship is not merely defined by a heartbeat, pulse, and breathing. Survivorship is regaining life's simple pleasures and health. There is help for you or a loved one.
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For women, chemotherapy and drugs such as Tomoxofen can rapidly deplete the body of Estrogen. One type of Estrogen, Estradiol has over 400 functions in the body so you can only imagine how many bodily functions change with rapid loss. A major function of Estrogen is keeping tissues hydrated. Dryness in vaginal tissues can be very painful in and of itself during intercourse. Chronic depletion of estrogen can also lead to vaginal atrophy, or shrinkage of the muscles surrounding the vagina. These muscles not only contribute to sexual function, but are also key in bowel and bladder function (urinary urgency, frequency or pain).
For males, removal of the prostate can lead to scarring and irritation around the bladder and pelvic floor muscles. The scarring can also irritate local nerves and can lead to chronic pelvic pain, tailbone pain, urinary frequency, painful intercourse and even erectile dysfunction.
THERE IS HELP! We have had tremendous success in helping cancer survivors regain their sexual health. Physical Therapy trigger point release directly to the pelvic floor muscles can increase blood flow and therefore help improve tissue quality, normalize bladder function, decrease muscle tension, and improve sexual function. In addition to internal trigger point release of the pelvic muscles (offered to both females and males) we can use several modalities to decrease pain and nerve sensitivity such as Electrical Stimulation and Biofeedback.
While manual physical therapy is very helpful, we also utilize massage therapy, pilates exercise therapy and acupuncture. Many women benefit from massage therapy for lymph drainage after mastectomies. Lymph build-up in the body can significantly contribute to pain all over the body as painful tissues need to circulate out the toxins/ inflammatory chemicals that they produce. Specific exercises in a specialized Pilates exercise program can also aid in lymph drainage. Pilates is also a wonderful way to decrease tension in spasmed muscles and to regain core stength. Finally, Acupuncture has amazing abilities to decrease pain and improve circulation. Acupuncture also helps in rebalancing the body's natural functions.
Womanology believes survivorship is not merely defined by a heartbeat, pulse, and breathing. Survivorship is regaining life's simple pleasures and health. There is help for you or a loved one.
RETURN TO WOMANOLOGY WEBSITE
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Introduction
Through years of working as a women’s health specialist in physical therapy, I have experienced first hand the agony and frustration that women go through while looking for answers about their pelvic conditions. Many of you have been to several clinicians looking for answers or, at least, a diagnosis to get you on the way to treatment. Many of you have tried various treatments and have not found anything that has worked. Do not give up your search for health!
I believe that knowledge is power. My hope for this site is to make you aware of the disease process you may be experiencing and hopefully point you in the right direction to obtain treatment. I will make every effort to update you on the latest research and treatment options so be sure to check the site for weekly updates. Please remember that pain and dysfunction of the pelvis is not normal, it’s not in your head, and you don’t have to live with it!
I believe that knowledge is power. My hope for this site is to make you aware of the disease process you may be experiencing and hopefully point you in the right direction to obtain treatment. I will make every effort to update you on the latest research and treatment options so be sure to check the site for weekly updates. Please remember that pain and dysfunction of the pelvis is not normal, it’s not in your head, and you don’t have to live with it!
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