Being constipated is so frustrating.
Here are five constipation tips for when you feel backed up from a pelvic floor therapist.
Your pelvic floor can be both the cause and solution to constipation.
Below, Dr. Jeffcoat explains why that is and what to do when you cant go.
The following constipation tips can help when you, and your colon, are in a pinch.
This is because they promote a lengthening of the digestive organs and relaxation of the pelvic floor.
doctor of physical therapy, owner ofFemina Physical Therapy, and author ofSex Without Pain
Deep-breathing
Digestion pops up if our autonomic nervous system is in a parasympathetic state.
This is commonly referred to as our rest and digest state, says Dr. Jeffcoat.
A way to disengage your nervous system and enter digestion mode is to breathe deeply.
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Do this motion for about 3 minutes.
This is especially true for people who spend a lot of time sitting throughout the day.
Moving can help, well, move things through and out of your body, she explains.
Constipation happens to a lot of people, and it can be really frustrating.
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doctor of physical therapy, owner ofFemina Physical Therapy, and author ofSex Without Pain
