10 episodes

Pelvic Health and Wellness for Men and Women, of Any Age.
It's annoying. Frustrating. Embarrassing. What can be done about leakage, pain, or other problems "down there?"
Laura McKaig is a physical therapist and owner of Laura McKaig Physical Therapy LLC. Her mission is to educate, inspire, and empower others with the knowledge that you CAN do something about it, and that you DON'T have to "just live with it".
Tune in to enjoy a variety of topics related to wellness, and learn how to keep your man or lady parts healthy and happy, at any age!

"Down There‪"‬ Laura McKaig

    • Health & Fitness

Pelvic Health and Wellness for Men and Women, of Any Age.
It's annoying. Frustrating. Embarrassing. What can be done about leakage, pain, or other problems "down there?"
Laura McKaig is a physical therapist and owner of Laura McKaig Physical Therapy LLC. Her mission is to educate, inspire, and empower others with the knowledge that you CAN do something about it, and that you DON'T have to "just live with it".
Tune in to enjoy a variety of topics related to wellness, and learn how to keep your man or lady parts healthy and happy, at any age!

    Overcoming Post-Vasectomy Pain: Client Story

    Overcoming Post-Vasectomy Pain: Client Story

    It's supposed to be a simple procedure with no worries. But what do you do if pain starts to ramp up after your vasectomy? Nobody told you this might happen!

    No worries, it IS possible to find relief! In today's episode, one of my clients shares his experience with post-vasectomy pain. We'll talk about: 

    --how bad his problem became and how he found help

    --how to avoid going down the "Reddit Rabbit Hole"

    --what surprised him most about starting pelvic floor physical therapy

    --the most helpful things he's learned to overcome the pain and get control back

    This is a great episode! A special thank you to our guest for sharing his personal story. There IS help and HOPE for this problem!

    • 36 min
    Prostate Cancer Rehab Tips from a Male Pelvic PT

    Prostate Cancer Rehab Tips from a Male Pelvic PT

    A straight and uncensored chat between two pelvic PTs! We talk about prostate cancer rehab, why strength training is important, male anatomy and other "dude stuff", and the best (and most amusing) cues for activating a guy's pelvic floor muscles.  

    Laura interviews colleague William Mills, physical therapist and personal trainer, and owner of Doc Mills Concierge Physical Therapy in Baton Rouge, LA.  Guys, got questions you've always wanted to know about issues "down there" but didn't want to ask? You might get the answer today!

    • 42 min
    Yes, I Do Treat Men--Here's Why

    Yes, I Do Treat Men--Here's Why

    --I'm back after a long break! In this episode, I share my story of how I got into men's pelvic PT in the first place. This is straight talk about learning to be comfortable with an uncomfortable topic, the crazy things we get asked and told as women treating male pelvic floor issues, and some of the barriers that men face when trying to find help for leakage, pelvic pain, or sexual dysfunction. 

    • 22 min
    What's a Pelvic Floor PT Session REALLY Like?

    What's a Pelvic Floor PT Session REALLY Like?

    Curious to know what happens when you go to your first pelvic physical therapy session? Not sure what to expect? 

    Hear from one of our clients about her experience. She will tell you it was worth it!

    • 30 min
    Pelvic Floor Therapy for Dudes: A Man's Perspective

    Pelvic Floor Therapy for Dudes: A Man's Perspective

    Can guys in their 20s have pelvic floor issues? What options or resources are out there for men who have pelvic pain, leakage, or sexual dysfunction? And why is nobody talking about it??
    These and other questions are answered from a man's perspective. Listen as Luis Ramos, PT Assistant and Massage Therapist, shares his thoughts from a class we took together in October. He wants to encourage other men to seek out help and find hope.

    • 9 min
    Ask Laura Anything! Part 2

    Ask Laura Anything! Part 2

    We had so many great questions submitted for our 3rd Episode, that we made it into 2 parts! Special guest Jessica Nollett joins me for a fun and impromptu Q & A session. Listeners submitted questions about pelvic floor therapy, she draws them at random, and I answer them on the spot.  We talk about painful sex, ED, pooping habits, pelvic PT for kids, and much more. 

    We also added a new SONG CHALLENGE! Can you come up with the winning lyrics?

    Have you got any new questions for me after listening to this episode? Submit them in the comments, or through Facebook or Instagram (@lauramckaigpt). 

    • 25 min

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