MonaLisa Touch Testimonial
It’s been approximately one year since Clinic Sofia began to offer the MonaLisa Touch, a minimally invasive laser procedure that helps women improve their vaginal health. The non-surgical treatment, completed at our Edina office, help women who struggle with issues like urine leakage or vaginal dryness. We have had a tremendous response from patients who have completed the treatments and report positive results, from helping with incontinence to increased sexual pleasure.
Read moreHow to strengthen your pelvic floor
One-third of women suffer from pelvic floor issues such as incontinence, prolapse and weakness, according to the National Institutes for Health, often following pregnancy and childbirth. They can be painful, embarrassing and frustrating, to say the least. The somewhat mysterious pelvic floor consists of the muscles, ligaments, nerves and tissues that support your uterus, bladder and bowel. When the pelvic floor isn’t functioning optimally, these areas often struggle as well. Not only do they help you hold urine in, pelvic floor muscles are also critical to sexual pleasure, supporting babies during pregnancy, low back health and more.
Read moreSexual Problems
A woman’s sexuality is a very personal subject. Questions about STIs, libido, and painful sex may be difficult to ask, but Clinic Sofia caregivers give you a safe environment to discuss problems, testing, and preventative healthcare.
Read moreHow to Kegel Properly
Girls giggle about the Kegel when discussed in sex education classes and pregnant women perform this exercise to maintain the health of their pelvic floor, yet women worldwide often struggle to Kegel properly. A Kegel is designed to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles, which are critical for controlling the flow of urine and holding the pelvic organs in place.
Read moreWhat is Pelvic Organ Prolapse?
Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when an organ such as the bladder, uterus or small bowel drops or prolapses and then pushes against the walls of the vagina. It can feel like you’re sitting on something, a persistent pressure on the vagina, a feeling of fullness in the lower belly or you may notice sudden incontinence.
Read moreIncontinence is Not a Normal Part of Aging
Incontinence is not a normal part of aging, and you do not have to live with incontinence.
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