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Navigating Pudendal Nerve Disorders: Insights from Stephanie Prendergast
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It is an incredible pleasure to have Stephanie Prendergast on to discuss and explore pudendal neuralgia—a condition fraught with pain, misdiagnosis, and, too often, misunderstanding within the medical community.
We dove deep into pudendal neuralgia, a complex condition that affects so many lives but remains poorly understood in the medical community.
I cannot stress enough the importance of recognizing the signs and seeking appropriate care for this type of pain.
We also explored why a region-based diagnostic approach is crucial for genital pelvic pain disorders.
Stephanie's profound insights on pelvic pain and the multi-faceted causes behind it. Stephanie and I will tackle the current diagnostic criteria's limitations, the pressing need for a better grasp on treatments, and the vital role of a multidisciplinary approach in managing genital pelvic pain disorders.
As we discuss pudendal neuralgia's insidious nature, you'll learn about its varied symptoms, the importance of the Nantes criteria for proper diagnosis, and why a simple nerve block isn't always the answer.
We hear about the trials of pelvic floor therapy and how hope can be found in region-based methods and coordinated medical teamwork.
Remember that health is a collaborative journey, and it's vital to have a coordinated team of professionals for treatment.
Make sure to like, subscribe, and write a review if our conversation moves you—your support helps us keep bringing these vital topics to light.
Highlights-
What is Pudendal Neuralgia? Discussion on diagnostic criteria limitations for pudendal neuralgia. Addressing the medical field's lack of understanding and awareness of clitoral and pelvic pain.Advocating for a region-based diagnostic approach
Treating Pelvic Pain and Pudendal Neuralgia. Multi-faceted causes of pelvic pain. Region-based approaches for treatment. Guidance on pelvic floor therapy techniques for pudendal neuralgia. Importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in treatment
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy and Its Importance.The biomechanical approach to pelvic floor therapy. Differentiating between various pelvic pain conditions. Strategies for restoring nerve mobility and using manual therapy. Advocacy for Patients and Clinician Responsibility.Issues of gaslighting and psychological dismissal in sexual pain. The need for clinical transparency and proper referrals.
Educational Aspects and Audience Engagement. The importance of self-advocacy in health issues. Encouragement to follow, like, and review the podcast. Direction to website and social media for additional resources. Promotion of the podcast's YouTube channel and newsletter
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