In today's solo episode I chat all about prehab or prehabilitation, and how it can help you with preparing yourself for a laparoscopy and improving your post-op recovery! A special thank you to our sponsor Scarlet for making this episode of Let’s Talk, Period. possible. You can shop the rae Heat Pad via their website here . References from today's ep Ricci, E., Viganõ, P., Cipriani, S., Chiaffarino, F., Bianchi, S., Rebonato, G. & Parazzini, F. (2016). Physical activity and endometriosis risk in women with infertility or pain: Systematic review and meta-analysis. Medicine, 95 (4), 1-10. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/MD.0000000000004957 Gillis, C., Ljungqvist, O. & Carli, F. (2022). Prehabilitation, enhanced recovery after surgery, or both? A narrative review. British Journal of Anaesthesia, 128 (3), 434-448. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bja.2021.12.007 Chalmers, K.J. (2024). Clinical assessment and management of vaginismus. Australian Journal of General Practice, 53 (1-2), 37-41. https://doi.org/10.31128/AJGP/06-23-6870 Levett, D.Z.H. & Grimmett, C. (2019). Psychological factors, prehabilitation and surgical outcomes: Evidence and future directions. Anaesthesia, 74 (S1), 36-42. https://doi.org/10.1111/anae.14507 If you want to keep updated with all things Let's Talk, Period. you can follow us on Instagram at @letstalkperiodau or tik tok @letstalkperiodau . Don't forget we also have our Let's Talk, Period. Community on facebook. It's the place for people with endo, adeno, pcos and everything in-between to ask questions, get support and connect with others who get it! You can join here . Let’s Talk, Period. is an independent podcast, so if you did enjoy this episode and want to support the show, it would be amazing if you could follow on apple podcasts and leave a rating and review, or if you're listening along on spotify, you can follow the show, leave a rating, and a comment on the episode. Your host is Isabella Gosling ( @isabellagosling_ ) If you're in need of mental health support Lifeline Headspace The Black Dog Beyond Blue Sands | Pregnancy loss, stillbirth & newborn death support Butterfly Foundation | Eating disorder support Support the show