Women’s Health Issues As We Age

Saturday February 3, 2018, Old Ranch Country Club

Healthcare matters, and for women, certain health issues specific to women, such as pelvic floor conditions, i.e. pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, pain with sex, incontinence, as well as pre and post-menopausal and pre and post-partum symptoms, are often overlooked or misdiagnosed by doctors.  Why? And what can be done about this?

Women of any age and in any stage of life can be affected by pelvic floor muscle (PFM) dysfunction. One study found that the prevalence of pelvic floor disorders increased with age, and “40 percent of women aged 60-79, and 53% of women 80+ suffered from at least one symptomatic disorder”.  Many women suffer in silence, or become frustrated by a lack of answers and help in the medical community. However, there is hope. Physical Therapy
for Pelvic Floor Dysfunction is helping women heal from life altering conditions.

February’s Branch meeting Program will discuss many of the pelvic floor conditions and shed light on physical therapy treatments. The program will also include the most up-to-date information on the state of women’s healthcare policies in light of changes to Obamacare, and how you can advocate for your healthcare. Join us at the Old Ranch Country Club on February 3rd to learn more about your own health!