Beyond the Symptoms | An Expert Interview Series by LUF | Live UTI Free
Beyond the Symptoms is an interview series by Live UTI Free (LUF) that explores the science, solutions, and stories behind pelvic health, UTIs, and chronic urinary infections.
Host Melissa Kramer engages in deep conversations with leading medical experts, researchers, and healthcare innovators who share breakthrough insights beyond conventional diagnoses and treatments.
Each episode uncovers cutting-edge research on biofilms, embedded infections, antibiotic resistance, and innovative diagnostic approaches while examining how these conditions impact quality of life. Whether you're a patient navigating recurrent UTIs, interstitial cystitis, or chronic pelvic pain, a healthcare practitioner seeking evidence-based approaches, or a curious mind interested in women's health advocacy, this podcast provides actionable information about complex pelvic health conditions.
Episodes feature world-renowned urologists, urogynecologists, researchers, and patient advocates sharing clinical insights and practical strategies.
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Beyond the Symptoms | An Expert Interview Series by LUF | Live UTI Free
Non-Infection Bladder Symptoms | Dr. Brianne Grogan with Live UTI Free (LUF)
Host Melissa Kramer, founder of Live UTI Free, interviews Dr. Brianne Grogan, a pelvic health expert on Chronic UTI, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, & Bladder Health.
Dr. Grogan shares her personal journey with pelvic organ prolapse, demystifies the role of pelvic floor muscles in urinary function, and provides practical, body-positive strategies for managing symptoms that often accompany recurrent UTI, such as pelvic tension, incomplete bladder emptying, and discomfort during urination.
Together, Melissa and Dr. Grogan explore how movement, posture, breathing, and daily habits can significantly impact pelvic floor performance and overall urinary wellness, especially for those navigating complex or ongoing bladder conditions.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why symptoms of chronic UTI or recurrent UTI can persist even after tests show no infection—and how pelvic floor tension may be the missing link
- The impact of posture, breathwork, and core muscle coordination on pelvic floor health and long-term bladder relief
- How intentional, gentle movement can aid recovery and support the bladder during symptom flare-ups
- Dr. Grogan’s insights into balancing pelvic strength and relaxation for improved urinary outcomes
Want to learn more about urinary health? Visit LiveUTIFree.com for expert articles on the latest research, or check out our YouTube channel if you prefer video format.
