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April 8, 2014 - 3:06am
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WW & hysterectomy
Hi motherofeleven,
You may find the section re previous posts regarding women with pelvic organ prolapse (pop) who've had a hysterectomy helpful.
Have you seen the dvd for Elders. This includes more gentle exercises, suitable for elders and anyone whole finds the more rigorous exercises difficult for whatever reason. However the session is still designed to address prolapsed issues and optimise recovery &/or management of prolapse symptoms. This dvd may suit you.
Poor posture will exacerbate your symptoms and WW posture will help to improve your symptoms. This is something you can address straight away. I generally tell women to make the WW posture their default posture. That is, every single time you realise you are not in WW posture, then consciously go into it, (unless you're lying down or doing something that means you can't do so at that moment in time). In this way, over time, the WW posture becomes a habit and a way of life, rather than something you have to consciously think about a lot. WW posture is a must.
With the exercises, as you've had a hysterectomy, then tune into your body and if you feel something's not suitable for you, uncomfortable or painful, then be cautious. For anyone, I would advise they work within their comfort zones but unto the edge of their comfort zones. Too much can be harmful, too little can be ineffective. The person practising the exercises is in the best position to know how much to practice.
In the case of hysterectomy, you may need to be cautious with the hip or abdomen circles. This may pull on surgical mesh or stitches. So do these gently and be cautious with these kinds of movements.
Otherwise I think all the WW principles and practice applies equally for women with or without a uterus. They apply to everyone as they're based on true anatomy and healthy living.
Good luck.
wholewomanuk