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I’m Dr. Susie Gronski, your penis friendly pelvic floor physical therapist, AASECT certified sex counselor and educator. On my podcast you’ll find topics on sex, pelvic health, and expert interviews for men.

I'm also the founder of a multidisciplinary pelvic health clinic for pelvises with penises (and the people who love them!) in Asheville, North Carolina. 💻 Visit our website: drsusieg.com

🥼Our diverse team can support you with:
⚡️ chronic pelvic pain syndrome
😩 sexual pain
💦 urinary and fecal incontinence
🚽 urinary urgency and frequency
💩 constipation
🍑 post pelvic cancer (penile, testicular, prostate, bladder, bowel, rectal) bladder, bowel, and sexual recovery
🍌 sexual health difficulties
♿️ bladder, bowel, sexual rehabilitation post spinal cord injury or other neurological conditions
🏳️‍⚧️ post gender-affirming surgery rehabilitation

🤓 For more pelvic and sexual health education videos, visit my YouTube channel @DrSusieGTeam

Copyright: 2017 by Dr. Susie Gronski, Inc.

In Your Pants with Dr. Susie G Dr. Susie Gronski, PT, DPT | Pelvic PT | Sex Counselor

    • Health & Fitness

I’m Dr. Susie Gronski, your penis friendly pelvic floor physical therapist, AASECT certified sex counselor and educator. On my podcast you’ll find topics on sex, pelvic health, and expert interviews for men.

I'm also the founder of a multidisciplinary pelvic health clinic for pelvises with penises (and the people who love them!) in Asheville, North Carolina. 💻 Visit our website: drsusieg.com

🥼Our diverse team can support you with:
⚡️ chronic pelvic pain syndrome
😩 sexual pain
💦 urinary and fecal incontinence
🚽 urinary urgency and frequency
💩 constipation
🍑 post pelvic cancer (penile, testicular, prostate, bladder, bowel, rectal) bladder, bowel, and sexual recovery
🍌 sexual health difficulties
♿️ bladder, bowel, sexual rehabilitation post spinal cord injury or other neurological conditions
🏳️‍⚧️ post gender-affirming surgery rehabilitation

🤓 For more pelvic and sexual health education videos, visit my YouTube channel @DrSusieGTeam

Copyright: 2017 by Dr. Susie Gronski, Inc.

    Science of Sexual Arousal with Dr. Nicole Prause, PhD

    Science of Sexual Arousal with Dr. Nicole Prause, PhD

    🔥 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 the physiology of orgasm on the brain and the health effects of pornography.
    Connect with Dr. Prause: 
    Visit her website: [www.liberoscenter.com](http://www.liberoscenter.com/)
    Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiberosCenter 
    Follow her on Twitter: [@NicoleRPrause](https://twitter.com/NicoleRPrause?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor)
    Episode Chapters:
    - 00:00 Intro
    - 01:55 The science behind arousal and orgasm
    - 02:59 What is the peri-orgasmic flow state?
    - 03:19 How is climax triggered?
    - 03:40 Orgasm differences in men and women
    - 05:25 Sexual response cycle in men and women
    - 08:18 What can help you with arousal and orgasm?
    - 09:43 Strategies to help you get to your climax
    - 11:40 What happens in your body before you climax?
    - 12:49 What happens in your brain during orgasm?
    - 15:35 Mindfulness practices helps have better orgasms
    - 17:13 Does pornography cause erectile dysfunction or delayed ejaculation?
    - 20:20 How does pornography affect sexual health?
    - 24:15 Dispelling pornography myths
    - 25:19 Pornography problems versus pornography addiction
    - 30:12 Challenging anti-pornography groups
    - 32:09 The problem with semen retention, noFAP groups
    - 35:12 Post Orgasmic Illness Syndrome (POIS)
    - 40:48 Connect with Dr. Prause
    RESOURCES:
    Free sex and pelvic pain resources https://drsusieg.com/resources
    Online Pelvic Pain Relief Program for Men https://drsusieg.com/pelvic-pain-in-men-online-program
    CONNECT WITH ME (DR. SUSIE) AND TEAM:
    Website: https://drsusieg.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.susieg/ and https://www.instagram.com/lainie_ot/
    ___________________________________________________________________________
    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.
    #SexualHealth #OrgasmExploration #ArousalScience #PornMyths #ErectileDysfunctionHelp #DelayedEjaculationTips #POISAwareness #SexEducation #MythBusting #HealthResearch #SexualWellnessTips #SexualEmpowerment #HealthySexuality #MindfulPornConsumption #ResearchInsights #SexualRevolution #RelationshipAdvice #SelfCareJourney #BodyPositivity
    #WellnessCommunity #Pelvicfloor #PelvicHealth #PelvicSpecialists

    • 41 min
    Men's Unique Mental Health Challenges

    Men's Unique Mental Health Challenges

    Join Dr. Susie Gronski, a Pelvic Health Specialist and AASECT Certified Sexuality Counselor, along with Tom Jeffords, LCS, a Mental Health Clinician, as they explore the distinctive mental health challenges men encounter. In this episode, we tackle the stigma surrounding men's mental health, the barriers preventing men from seeking support, and delve into the neurobiology of mental well-being. Our conversation extends to the vital role of social support, the intersection of mental health with chronic illness and sexual dysfunction, and the transformative potential of therapy. Gain insights into the unique struggles men face, learn the indicators prompting help-seeking, and discover how to select the right mental health provider. Lastly, we address ways partners can play a supportive role in men's mental health journeys.
    Meet Tom Jeffords, LCSW:
    Tom Jeffords, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Asheville, NC, holds a Master of Science degree with a focus on the Psychology of Culture, complemented by a graduate certificate in Applied Thanatology: Aging, Death, and Dying. Specializing in men’s health, anxiety, depression, spirituality, grief, and loss, he employs a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach. Tom integrates somatic-based treatments, polyvagal theory, yoga, Reiki, meditation, and reflexology to foster resilience and empower patients to navigate life's complexities. With a commitment to therapeutic trust, he creates a safe environment for transformation, tailoring sessions to individual goals through various modalities, influenced by attachment theory and neurobiology.
    Episode Chapters
    00:34 Intro, Welcome Mental Health Clinician Tom Jeffords, LCSW
    01:00 Why is there stigma and embarrassment around mental health in men?
    02:09 Why are men challenged to seek mental health support for themselves?
    03:50 It’s not “all in your head,” exploring connections with neurobiology and our mental health
    06:35 Change is possible! There is plasticity in our biology and psychology
    08:45 Social support improves quality of life and reduces pain
    09:35 Mental health supports men and their partners living with chronic illness, pelvic pain, and sexual dysfunction
    13:49 Talk therapy is like surgery for your nano molecules
    16:44 Mental health empowers and supports building resilience, confidence, and inner strength
    20:59 Unique mental health challenges men struggle with compared to other genders
    25:59 Signs and symptoms of when someone should seek mental health support
    28:15 How to choose the right mental health provider?
    29:10 Mental health resources and questions to ask your provider
    32:20 How can partners support men with their mental health challenges?
    32:20 How can partners support men with their mental health?
    RESOURCES:
    Free sexual health and pelvic health resources https://drsusieg.com/resources
    Online Pelvic Pain Relief Program for Men https://drsusieg.com/pelvic-pain-in-men-online-program
    CONNECT WITH TOM JEFFORDS, LCSW:
    Website: https://drsusieg.com/mental-health-therapy-for-men
    CONNECT WITH DR. SUSIE AND HER TEAM:
    Website: https://drsusieg.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.susieg/ and https://www.instagram.com/lainie_ot/
    ___________________________________________________________________________
    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.
    #MensMentalHealth #BreakTheStigma #TherapyWorks #MentalHealthAwareness #EndTheSilence #SelfCare #SupportForMen #Mindfulness #ChooseTherapy #HealthyMasculinity #NorthCarolinaTherapists #PelvicHealthAsheville #AshevillePelvicCare #AshevillePT #AshevillePelvicHealth #NCPelvic

    • 38 min
    Can You Have a Sex Life After Prostate Cancer?

    Can You Have a Sex Life After Prostate Cancer?

    Can you have a sex life after prostate cancer? Join Pelvic Health Specialist and AASECT Certified Sexuality Counselor Dr. Susie Gronski and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist Dr. Nazanin Moali as they discuss sex after prostate cancer for men and their partners.
    Meet Our Guest:
    Dr. Nazanin Moali (she/her) is an internationally-recognized AASECT certified psychologist, educator, and podcaster. Her private practice is located in Los Angeles. She specializes in helping clients with eating disorders and sexual health challenges. She hosts a weekly podcast called Sexology (http://sexologypodcast.com), through which she introduces the most intriguing findings in the psychology of sex and intimacy.
    Episode Chapters:
    00:00 Intro
    02:15 Prostate cancer treatment impacts sexual function
    03:32 Emotional challenges men face after prostate cancer treatment
    05:25 Discussing sex issues before prostate cancer treatment
    06:10 What men express as biggest challenge post prostate cancer treatment
    08:55 Preparation for pelvic and sexual health prior to prostate cancer treatment
    13:40 How partners can support men alongside their prostate cancer journey
    16:15 Ways to enhance your sexual pleasure and experience
    17:55 Building communication skills around sex with your partner
    19:25 Treatments to enhance and optimize sexual function and pleasure
    23:06 Penis strap on for penetrative sex
    25:40 Connect with Dr. Nazanin Moali, PhD
    CONNECT WITH DR. NAZANIN MOALI, PHD:
    Website: [http://sexologypodcast.com](http://sexologypodcast.com/)
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexologypodcast/?hl=en
    CONNECT WITH DR. SUSIE AND TEAM:
    Website: https://drsusieg.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.susieg/ and https://www.instagram.com/lainie_ot/
    RESOURCES:
    Penis Strap On 
    https://www.amazon.com/PerfectFit-Brand-Strap-Harness-Silicone/dp/B01N9KA2HB/ref=sr_1_2?crid=8M00WOJGED87&keywords=zoro+strap+on&qid=1706730483&s=hpc&sprefix=zoro+strap+on%2Chpc%2C105&sr=1-2
    Free sex and pelvic pain resources https://drsusieg.com/resources
    Online Pelvic Pain Relief Program for Men https://drsusieg.com/pelvic-pain-in-men-online-program
    ___________________________________________________________________________
    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.
    #ProstateCancerAwareness #ProstateHealth #CancerSupport #ProstateCancerSurvivor #sexaftercancer #prostatecancer #sexafterprostatecancer #sexualhealth #menshealth #sexeducation #erectiledysfunction #pelvichealth #pelvicfloor #pelvichealthspecialists #northcarolina

    • 26 min
    Science Behind Strength Training for Your Health

    Science Behind Strength Training for Your Health

    Science Behind Strength Training for Your Health
    Strong muscles play a key role in our ability to do the everyday activities we need and love to do (including sexy time). For most, getting the gumption to pick up a weight feels impossible. It doesn't have to be! Groundbreaking research tells us that doing something is better than doing nothing. Simple is sexy folks. If reducing frailty isn’t enough of a motivator, then maybe erectile dysfunction is. Exercise is the number one preventative medicine for erectile dysfunction. So get up and grab those weights, your penis (and your partner) will thank you.
    Join Brad Currier, a PhD candidate at McMaster University in Ontario, Canada, and Pelvic Health Specialist in Asheville, NC, Dr. Susie Gronski, as they uncover simple, sensible, and science-best ways to strengthen your muscles for your health.
    Video Chapters:
    0:52 82% of people don’t meet resistance training guidelines
    2:24 Benefits of strong muscles
    3:23 Strength training guidelines for general health
    4:15 Why people avoid lifting weights
    6:35 You can build strong muscles with lighter weights
    7:32 You can build muscle without getting massive and bulky
    9:55 The 3 most studied resistance training programs (load, sets, and frequency)
    10:25 Doing something is better than nothing.
    10:52 Exercise dose to build muscle strength
    10:59 Exercise dose to build muscle mass with resistance training
    12:33 Minimum number of days to get benefits from resistance training
    13:30 How many reps and sets should you do for muscle strengthening
    18:30 Resistance training to improve daily activity
    20:00 Strengthening pelvic floor muscles
    23:30 Testosterone and steroids for muscle strength
    27:04 Supplements are a waste of money
    29:03 Best advice if you’re new to strength training
    32:11 Connect with Brad on Twitter and LinkedIn
    Meet Our Guest:
    Brad Currier is a PhD candidate at McMaster University in Ontario, Canada. Brad’s research aims to improve health throughout the lifespan, with a particular focus on muscle, nutrition, and exercise. Brad has been recognized for his work by several organizations, including the American College of Sports Medicine and Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada.
    #weightlifting #musclegrowth #resistancetraining #exercise #strengthtraining #musclebuilding #strength #gettingstronger #health #menshealth #womenshealth #testosterone #pelvichealth #pelvichealthspecialist #ashevillenc
    RESOURCES:
    Free sex and pelvic pain resources https://drsusieg.com/resources
    Online Pelvic Pain Relief Program for Men https://drsusieg.com/pelvic-pain-in-men-online-program
    Connect With Brad Currier:
    Check out Brad and his team’s research here: 10.1249/01.mss.0000988184.72637.ef
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/brad_currier
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-currier
    CONNECT WITH ME DR. SUSIE AND HER TEAM:
    Website: https://drsusieg.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.susieg/ and https://www.instagram.com/lainie_ot/
    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.

    • 33 min
    Causes of Hip Pain with “The Hip Physio” Mehmet Gem

    Causes of Hip Pain with “The Hip Physio” Mehmet Gem

    Is pelvic tilting and misfiring glutes the cause of your hip pain? Tune in to find out! Many factors affect hip pain and care management. Exploring sensible causes, pain management strategies and re-engaging with meaningful activities is key to a successful recovery from hip pain. These are the questions asked and answered in today's In Your Pants episode with The Hip Physio, Mehmet Gem.
    We cover topics such as:
    Causes of hip pain Common misconceptions about hip pain The truth about pelvic tilting Hip labral tears, athletic pubalgia, femoroacetabular impingement Dangers of diagnostic scans for hip pain The best evidence-based approaches for hip pain Meet the guest: Mehmet Gem, Physiotherapist, has specialized in musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, specifically developing his specialist interest in Hip & Groin injuries over the last 10 years, specifically specializing in FAI syndrome. Alongside his role as Regional FCP Lead for Pure Physiotherapy, Mehmet has his own private hip consultancy clinic where he sees patients both locally to Devon and also with Zoom consultations for patients who are based all around the world.
    Episode Chapters:
    0:00 Podcast Intro
    0:35 Intro to hip pain
    2: 55 Misinformation about hip pain causes
    4:03 Causes of hip pain are complex
    5:11 Exploring hip pathologies
    6:31 Does pelvic tilt cause hip, back, and pelvic pain
    7:55 What’s useful for hip pain
    8:14 Effects of anterior pelvic tilt
    10:38 Relevant factors for hip pain
    13:17 Causes of hip labral tears
    15:53 Fixing what’s broken
    16:28 Diagnostic scans for hip pain
    20:32 Dangers of wrong treatment management
    21:19 Muscles not firing
    24:39 Links and risk factors of hip pain
    28:00 Embracing the uncertainty of hip pain causes
    30:00 Getting back to meaningful activities
    35:19 Making improvements and progress
    38:44 Sports hernias, athletic pubalgia, pelvic pain, and overlapping symptoms
    45:07 Exploring pubic related pain and surgery
    48:01 Advice for hip pain
    50:27 Connect with hip physio Mehmet Gem
    52:15 Outro and CTA
    RESOURCES:
    Free sex and pelvic pain resources https://drsusieg.com/resources
    Online Pelvic Pain Relief Program for Men https://drsusieg.com/pelvic-pain-in-men-online-program
    CONNECT WITH MEHMET GEM:
    Website: thehipphysio.com
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.hip.physio/
    CONNECT DR. SUSIE & TEAM:
    Website: https://drsusieg.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.susieg/ https://www.instagram.com/lainie_ot/
    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.

    • 53 min
    Treating Chronic Pain in Children

    Treating Chronic Pain in Children

    Unlock a Pain-Free Life with Curable! 🌟 Join thousands on the path to healing with this app's step-by-step recovery program. Get bite-sized lessons, brain exercises, and meditations. Don't miss out on your exclusive 6-week FREE trial through my link: www.getcurable.com/drsusieg 
    Start your journey to pelvic pain relief today! 
    Understanding pain is not just a physical sensation, but a complex symphony of biological, psychological, and social cultural factors. Join us in shattering the stigma around pain and how learning about pain can actually reduce pain. Recent research shows that pain education empowerment and resources, like Zoe and Zak’s Pain Hacks https://www.zoeandzakspainhacks.com/, helps transform the way we treat pain in children (and adults!). It’s not just about pain relief, but also fostering meaningful lifestyle and behavior changes so that you can get back to the activities you enjoy (including sexy time!).
    Meet Dr. Joshua W. Pate, PhD, Pain Scientist:
    Dr. Joshua W. Pate is a researcher of pain in childhood and related education. He is a Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy. Dr. Pate is also a children's book author - Zoe and Zak's Pain Hacks has just been published; it's a series of books covering the latest science about pain. Visit https://www.zoeandzakspainhacks.com/ to learn more.
    We cover topics such as:
    00:00 Introduction
    00:35 Special thanks to our sponsor Curable Health App
    1:15 Episode and guest introduction 
    2:35 What causes us to feel pain?
    4:03 Other people shape our pain experience
    4:54 Kids difficulty expressing pain
    6:36 Penis pain in boys
    8:20 Advice for parents, carers, and clinicians to talk about pain with children
    8:40 Using Zoe and Zack’s Pain Hacks for pain education
    9:40 Empowering children with pelvic pain
    11:01 Key messages and resources to reduce pain
    14:43 Understanding pain helps reduce pain
    18:30 Applying pain education practically
    19:47 Everyone’s journey with pain is unique
    21:44 Cultivating life skills
    21:09 Changing the world with pain knowledge
    22:50 Does early life pain education prevent chronic pain in adults?
    25:14 Implementing pain education in school systems
    26:38 Interactive online resources for kids in pain, carers, and educators
    28:31 The Mysterious Science of Pain video
    29:48 Connect with Dr. Joshua W. Pate
    RESOURCES:
    Dr. Joshua W. Pate’s website: https://joshuawpate.com/
    Zoeandzakspainhacks.com
    Mysterious Science of Pain (Ted-Ed) https://youtu.be/eakyDiXX6Uc?si=LpXOFgArSw1RMTDF
    Free sex and pelvic pain resources 
    https://drsusieg.com/resources
    Online Pelvic Pain Relief Program for Men https://drsusieg.com/pelvic-pain-in-men-online-program
    CONNECT WITH Dr. Joshua W. Pate:
    Website: https://joshuawpate.com/
    Instagram: @joshuawpate
    Twitter: @JoshuaWPate
    CONNECT WITH ME (DR. SUSIE) AND TEAM:
    Website: https://drsusieg.com/
    Instagram: 
    https://www.instagram.com/dr.susieg/
    https://www.instagram.com/lainie_ot/
    ___________________________________________________________________________
    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.
    #paineducation #chronicpain #painsupport #painrelief #painmanagement #painsupport #simplifyingpain #acutepain #education #pain #curableapp

    • 32 min

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