In honor of Men’s Health Month, we wanted to shine a light on something that doesn’t get nearly enough air time: men’s pelvic health.

While pelvic floor dysfunction is more commonly talked about in women’s health spaces, we’re seeing more and more male patients in our clinics. Most of them have waited months (or even years) before getting support. That has GOT to change!

In today’s conversation, we’re talking about men’s pelvic health, and the REAL issues they can experience when seeking care. Yep…men have pelvic floors, just like women! Unfortunately, many of their concerns get brushed off, misdiagnosed, or overly medicalized, when pelvic floor rehab could offer major relief AND long-term results.

Our goal is to help uncover the root causes and support the body in a truly functional, sustainable way.

Whether you’re navigating symptoms yourself or want to support a loved one, we hope this episode brings awareness, encouragement, and empowerment. Let’s keep normalizing these topics, because everyone deserves to feel informed, heard, AND cared for!

In this episode, we’re covering:

• Overview of the male pelvic anatomy
• 5 common pelvic floor issues men experience (that often go ignored)
• Why pelvic and testicular pain are more common than you think
• Top reasons these issues often get overlooked or misdiagnosed
• What pelvic floor PT and/or OT actually looks like for men
• The biggest barrier keeping most men from getting the care they need

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Links/Resources:

• Ep. 42 | The Brain-Body Connection: Understanding Neuroplasticity & Pain Reprocessing Therapy for Pelvic Health (Part 1 with Paige Genova)
• Ep. 43 | Pelvicology 101: The 6-Stage Framework for Rewiring Pain and Restoring Trust in the Body (Part 2 with Paige Genova)
• Ep. 34 | Understanding Erectile Dysfunction: A Deep Dive Into Male Pelvic Health with Bill Taylor
• Follow on Instagram @the.pelvis.project
• Follow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealth
• Follow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealth
• Check out Megan's website
• Check out Roxi's website

We’re excited to welcome Paige Genova back for our Part 2 conversation on pain reprocessing therapy, neuroplasticity, and the nervous system’s role in pelvic health!

Paige Genova is a licensed occupational therapist specializing in pelvic floor therapy, all about whole-person wellness in pelvic health. Paige is a fellow mama, clinician, and business owner/founder of Vital Pelvic Health in Ohio.

Paige is also the brilliant mind behind the “Pelvicology” framework, a holistic approach that bridges the gap between neuroplastic retraining and musculoskeletal treatment.

In this follow-up episode, we dive deeper into how clinicians can integrate both the mind AND body into pelvic floor therapy.

Paige does a beautiful job breaking down the six stages of her signature framework, which includes everything from somatic tracking and guided imagery to bodywork, movement, and fear pattern disruption.

Whether you’re a pelvic health pro or someone navigating chronic symptoms like urgency, vaginismus, or constipation, this episode will leave you feeling validated AND empowered. Healing is absolutely possible, and it starts by treating the nervous system and the body, together!

In today’s episode, we’re covering:

• The science behind pain reprocessing therapy + how somatic tracking plays a central role
• Why true mind-body therapy matters and musculoskeletal treatment still needs a seat at the table
• Common neuroplastic symptoms that show up in pelvic health
• Helping patients feel safe, supported & confident in their healing process
• A breakdown of the 6 core stages in Paige’s “Pelvicology” framework
• The power of paying mindful, curious attention to symptoms instead of resisting or avoiding them
• How the “flavor of fear” impacts the nervous system & influences chronic pain
• Bridging the gaps in traditional pelvic health care with a whole-person approach

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Links/Resources:

• The Way Out by Alan Gordon and Alon Ziv
• Ep. 42 | The Brain-Body Connection: Understanding Neuroplasticity & Pain Reprocessing Therapy for Pelvic Health (Part 1 with Paige Genova)
• Ep. 9 | Whole-Person Wellness: Exploring the Blend of Physical and Occupational Therapy in Pelvic Health with Paige Genova
• Connect with Paige on Instagram @paige_thepelvicot and @vitalpelvichealth
• Join Paige’s newsletter here
• Follow on Instagram @the.pelvis.project
• Follow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealth
• Follow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealth
• Check out Megan's website
• Check out Roxi's website

We’re excited to welcome Paige Genova back to the podcast!

Paige Genova is a licensed occupational therapist specializing in pelvic floor therapy, all about whole-person wellness in pelvic health. Paige is a fellow mama, clinician, and business owner/founder of Vital Pelvic Health in Ohio.

In today’s conversation, we explore a cutting-edge approach: pain reprocessing therapy. As the only pelvic health OT certified in this technique, Paige shares her unique perspective on helping patients overcome not only pain, but also the fear that keeps them stuck in chronic symptom cycles.

Pain reprocessing therapy is grounded in the science of neuroplasticity - the brain and nervous system’s ability to change and adapt. What makes this approach so powerful is its simplicity and compassion for patients, so they can reclaim their lives and move forward without fear.

Chronic pelvic pain can be isolating, scary, and deeply misunderstood, but it doesn’t HAVE to be. Make sure to come back for even MORE wisdom from Paige in our upcoming part 2 episode - you won’t want to miss it!

In today’s episode, we’re covering:

• Exploring how chronic pain treatment is evolving + what pain reprocessing therapy actually is
• Taking an integrative approach to chronic pain by understanding the nervous system’s role in chronic symptoms
• Helping patients understand that their healing journey will look different than expected + won’t be a straight line to “pain-free”
• Confidently treating patients with neuroplasticity as pelvic health therapists + breaking down what neuroplasticity means
• Real-world examples of how neuroplasticity develops + how it shows up in chronic pelvic pain
• The fascinating concept of “mind over pain” & the incredible power of the brain to heal

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Links/Resources:

• Ep. 9 | Whole-Person Wellness: Exploring the Blend of Physical and Occupational Therapy in Pelvic Health with Paige Genova
• Ep. 41 | The Truth About Chronic Pain: Rewiring the Brain + Restoring Hope & Healing
• Connect with Paige on Instagram @paige_thepelvicot and @vitalpelvichealth
• Join Paige’s newsletter here
• Follow on Instagram @the.pelvis.project
• Follow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealth
• Follow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealth
• Check out Megan's website
• Check out Roxi's website