Spinal Cord Injuries & Sexuality: Tips from an OT & Sexologist
In Your Pants with Dr. Susie G
**Spinal Cord Injuries & Sexuality: Tips from an OT & Sexologist** On today’s show we have Norwegian Occupational Therapist and Sexologist, Vanja Rizvic. We discuss the unique role of occupational therapy in pelvic and sexual health, the impacts of spinal cord injuries on sexuality, and share several practical strategies to navigate sexual dysfunction or dissatisfaction. From sensory play to reframing sexuality perspectives and fostering communication, Vanja guides us on an empowering journey of embracing our sexuality through curiosity and courage to enhance our sexual...
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Top Dating Tips for Men: Navigating Intimacy and Sexual Health
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Sex and Spirituality: Overcoming Religious Taboos in the Bedroom
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On today’s In Your Pants Podcast, we discuss the intersection of faith and intimacy, bridging the gap between the sacred and the sexy! The discussion on religion and sexuality is often delicate and loaded with tension, especially for those who have grown up in religious communities. Our guests, Julia Postema and Jeremiah Gibson, hosts of the Sexvangelicals Podcast, unpack the emotional and sexual ramifications for couples navigating life in religious communities or after leaving religious communities. The conversation touches upon the challenges couples face due to adverse religious...
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Sex Surrogate Partner Therapy
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Today, we're diving into the world of Surrogate Partner Therapy with our guest Travis Sigley. We delve into the essence of Surrogate Partner Therapy, uncover what it entails, who can benefit, and how to approach this nuanced subject within relationships. Travis will also share invaluable insights on self-care in the realm of sexuality and navigating alternatives when access to a surrogate partner therapist isn't available. So, join us as we navigate this conversation, learning from Travis's wealth of experience and dedication to fostering healthier, more fulfilling connections in the world of...
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3 Ways to Orgasm Without Ejaculation
In Your Pants with Dr. Susie G
🔥🔥 Learn more from men’s sex coach Taylor Johnson at our world-premier online , November 9-10, 2024. This summit is for men and the people who love them. 🎟️ Get your discounted tickets now. Prices go up in October! In today's In Your Pants Podcast episode, I dive deep into the topic of non ejaculatory orgasms for men, enhancing sexual pleasure, and building sexually satisfying relationships alongside certified sexologist and men's sex coach, Taylor Johnson. Taylor brings a wealth of practical wisdom, offering authentic strategies for men to immediately enhance and...
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Signs You Need a Sex Therapist: Expert Advice with Nicoletta Heidegger
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Men's Pelvic Health Exposed: Jake Bartholomy Spills All; plus anal play!
In Your Pants with Dr. Susie G
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Science of Sexual Arousal with Dr. Nicole Prause, PhD
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🔥 The Science of Sexual Arousal and Orgasm! 🔥 Join Dr. Susie Gronski, PT, DPT and neuroscientist Dr. Nicole Prause, PhD as they explore the complexities of human sexuality! This video takes you from arousal to climax and beyond. Dr. Prause debunks pornography myths, offers strategies for erectile dysfunction and delayed ejaculation, and discusses her new research on Post Orgasmic Illness Syndrome. For a full breakdown of topics, check out the timestamps below 👇. Meet Dr. Prause: Nicole Prause, PhD, is a neuroscientist and licensed psychologist. She studies human motivation, especially...
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Men's Unique Mental Health Challenges
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Can You Have a Sex Life After Prostate Cancer?
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info_outlineThere are many, many challenges with pelvic pain that don’t happen if you sprain an ankle or have a shoulder injury that you can point to and talk about with your co-workers.
With pelvic pain, it may feel hard to show others where it hurts— even a health professional, awkward to talk about it with friends or someone you love, that your morals or faith will be questioned because of religious beliefs, or that the pain will never stop.
Dr. Sandy Hilton is a pain and pelvic health physical therapist currently in Chicago at Entropy Physiotherapy. Sandy works in the clinic and online to help people with pain recover and is an international invited speaker and instructor of other health professionals. Sandy teaches classes on manual therapy and sensory integration techniques that are purposefully non-painful and help recover tolerance to sitting, bike riding, sexual function and more!
Dr. Sandy shares strategies to move through challenges with pelvic pain:
- Using your imagination to identify what can trigger pain and how to unhook your thoughts from the pain
- Using graded exposure (from sports psychologists and used in Olympic-level recovery strategies) to start doing something challenging again
- Gaging your progress in relation to what else is happening in your life— a flareup doesn’t mean your progress is slipping away
- Making it a priority to do something you love every single day
I love how Dr. Sandy reminds us that even though the pain can become the center of your life, life is not about dealing with the pain; managing pain is about how you approach living your life beyond the pain and making your happiness a priority.
RESOURCES:
Free sex and pelvic pain resources https://drsusieg.com/resources-for-pelvic-pain-in-men
Online Pelvic Pain Relief Program for Men https://drsusieg.com/pelvic-pain-in-men-online-program
Why Pelvic Pain Hurts
https://www.amazon.com/Pelvic-Pain-Hurts-Adriaan-Louw/dp/0985718684 Self-Care for Pelvic Pain: A Sensory Integration Toolkit https://www.optp.com/Self-Care-for-Pelvic-Pain-A-Sensory-Integration-Toolkit
CONNECT WITH DR. SANDY HILTON
Website: entropy.physio
Twitter: @SandyHiltonPT
Email: [email protected]
CONNECT WITH ME (DR. SUSIE):
Website: https://drsusieg.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.susieg/
15-minute call: https://drsusieg.com/pelvic-pain-specialist-15-minute-call
VIDEO CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
4:10 Why pelvic pain is so challenging
9:20 What is graded exposure and how to use it
15:20 Finding the “right” treatment plan for you
16:30 How to stay hopeful that the pain can get better
20:20 We know that pain can change
22:10 Using graded exposure to manage pain after ejaculation
26:30 More repetitions isn’t better
28:40 How to talk about graded exposure with physical therapists
33:16 Dr. Sandy’s sensory integration toolkit
Disclaimer:
This information is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding treatment, medications/supplements, or any medical diagnoses. This information is intended for educational purposes only and is in no way to substitute the advice of a licensed healthcare professional.