How To Discuss Menstrual Cycles & Periods with Michelle Lyons

Menstrual cycles are considered the fifth vital sign for awomans health and can have an impact on functions all over the body. Yet many clinicians may feel uncomfortable discussing the topic with the person in front of them, with little guidance on how and when to raise the subject.Until Now.On this episode Ben is joined by Michelle Lyons, SpecialistPhysiotherapist and Lecturer in Pelvic and Women’s Health. In this episode they discuss;(00:00) - Introduction(01:39) - How do we raise the topic of menstrual cycles when the patient hasn’t?(17:35) - What if they’re on contraception and don’t know their period health?(20:40) – How to raise the topic of bowel health(23:07) - How do we encourage women to track their periods?(29:40) - What if they come from a culture where menstrual health isn’t regularly discussed?(32:10) – Being aware of iron deficiency anaemia(35:00) – Michelle’s hardest clinical conversation(40:32) – The impact of lifestyle factors on menstrual health(42:50) – Michelle’s Podcast & Courses You can find Michelle on social media: Instagram: michellelyons_muliebrityX/Twitter: @ml_muliebrityAnd on LinkedIn Her Podcast is: Celebrate Muliebrity Her Website with Courses is: https://celebratemuliebrity.com/  You can find Ben across social media: @BWhybrowPhysioPlease Share & SubscribeYou can send in questions, stories or suggestions to: [email protected]

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