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We are privileged to be joined in this episode by “Ben”, a patient of MHDU.

In this episode, Ben, Brad and Warwick discuss Ben’s experience with prostate cancer and why he eventually chose to get a penile implant. In this open and honest discussion, the trio talk about penile implants as an option for men post-prostatectomy, including when and why you may decide to consider this as an option and the broader impact it can have on your life.

We all know what we ‘should’ be doing in terms of lifestyle and diet, but what impact does this really have on our health?

In this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by Alice Flannery, a degree-qualified Sydney-based Naturopath who talks us through the real impact diet and lifestyle can have on men’s urological health. Alice discusses the role supplements and naturopathy can play in prostate cancer prevention, care and treatment.

You may have heard of hormone replacement therapy, but have you heard of androgen deprivation therapy (ADT)? In this episode, Brad and Warwick discuss what ADT is, how and why it is used (it’s more common than you think). They will also discuss its side effects, how to deal with them and where to go for support.

Men’s Health Physiotherapy can help with more than just post-prostatectomy rehabilitation. In this episode, Jamie from Set2Physio, Brad and Warwick discuss Peyronie’s disease and the importance of physiotherapy for treatment, as well as what a therapeutic ultrasound machine is and how it can help.

Do you think that post-prostatectomy rehab is only about taking your medication? Think again. In our first episode with Jamie from Set2Physio, we explore the role and importance of physiotherapy in post-prostatectomy rehabilitation. Jamie, Brad and Warwick discuss the importance of the male pelvic floor (hint: continence), the mechanics of pelvic floor activation and how using an ultrasound can aid post-proctectomy rehabilitation. We also explore what to expect when you book an appointment with a men’s health physiotherapist.

Incontinence affects up to 10% of men, with this rate increasing with age. Unknown to many people there are a number of different types of incontinence which can present different symptoms. Unfortunately, many of the men affected by incontinence do not seek help due to embarrassment or not knowing where to turn. In this episode, Brad breaks down the stigma surrounding incontinence, by discussing what’s really going on. This episode will also discuss treatment options associated with incontinence.

Peyronie’s disease occurs in up to 16% of males, with the majority of men affected falling within the age group of 40-70. In Episode 9 of the MHDU Podcast series, Warwick and Brad discuss the tell-tale signs of Peyronie’s disease and where you can seek help; it’s one of those conditions where assistance can be hard to track down and quality information lacking, but on a positive note, Brad will outline a number of effective solutions to this problem.

The healthcare team for men can vary extensively, ranging from traditional medical support through to psychological and exercise support. Getting the right practitioners in your healthcare team can make all the difference. In Episode 8 of the MHDU Podcast series, Brad discusses “who’s who in the zoo” with particular regard to holistic care tailored to men and their specific needs. This episode also touches on the numerous professionals that can have a positive impact on each man’s quality of life and how to find them.