Episode #5
If Exercise Was A Pill With Jesse Curran
We had the pleasure of speaking with Jesse Curran, local Pelvic Health and Continence Physiotherapist. We learnt so much about the impact that menopause can have on the pelvic area and how this can impact every aspect of people’s lives.
Jesse breaks down the power of exercise: not just for physical strength, but for easing menopause symptoms and supporting mental wellbeing. She explains why thetype of exercise matters and we hear about how pelvic floor exercises we may (or may not!) be doing need to be done correctly to be beneficial, and why some people actually need torelax those muscles, not strengthen them.
Jesse shares her own experience with chemically induced menopause, describing the rarely discussed sensation of hormones “falling off a cliff.” As always, we’re grateful to hear from local voices who generously share their stories and insights.
SPECIALIST BIO
Jesse Curran is a Pelvic Health and Continence Physiotherapist, and co-owner of Freedom Physiotherapy Castlemaine. She has been working in pelvic health for over 15 years, and is passionate about helping all people with a pelvis, but especially those progressing through life stages of pregnancy, child birth and peri and post menopause. Her heartfelt desire is to see a healthcare system in Australia which is amazingly funded to allow access for all, encourages proactive, over reactive healthcare and believes women, first time, every time.
Jesse is also a mum of two teenagers, a part time runner when her feet don’t hurt, and a wannabe violinist.
Website:www.freedom-physiotherapy.com