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Pelvic floor issues often worsen dramatically during perimenopause and menopause. By age 50, estrogen can drop by 50%, which decreases collagen production—the building block of pelvic floor tissue. Today you'll hear an informative conversation with PT Christina Walsh from Tighten Your Tinkler about pelvic floor health, particularly for women in perimenopause and menopause.

Main points discussed:

1. Why Pelvic Floor Issues Worsen with Age

2. Dysfunction vs. Prolapse

3. Medical Care Challenges

4. Birth and Risk Factors

5. Exercise Recommendations

5. Practical Tips to Start Today

LINKS

Episodes Featuring Christina and Jenn of Tighten Your Tinkler:

These two common exercise moves aren't helping your pee issues. Here's why. Season 15 Episode 9

The surprising reason for your back and hip pain (not visible on x-ray) Season 13 Episode 13

Episodes Mentioned

Should I wear a weighted vest

Fiber and menopause

Resources

Take the 5-minute quiz

https://www.tightenyourtinkler.com/backandhiprelief

Use code GRACEDHEALTH for $50 off the Tighten Your Tinkler Signature Program

Connect with Christina and Tighten Your Tinkler

https://www.tightenyourtinkler.com/

Instagram: @tighten.your.tinkler

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