$Unique_ID{BRK01842} $Pretitle{} $Title{Women's Health Issues} $Subject{women women's health adolescence menstrual pain menstruation childbearing pregnancy conception fertility natural childbirth cesarean sections cesarean section motherhood prenatal care postnatal care aging menopause incontinence osteoporosis physical therapy} $Volume{} $Log{} Copyright (c) 1993 Tribune Media Services, Inc. A Resource About Women's Health Issues Discussed in "For Women of All Ages" ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ A new booklet published by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) is sure to become a favorite for many of my women readers. Its 17 pages contain many subjects of interest, divided by the stages in a woman's life. Beginning with adolescence, and menstrual pain, it proceeds through the childbearing years, natural childbirth, cesarean sections, pre and postnatal care, to the problems of the older years such as menopause, incontinence and osteoporosis. Each section contains useful information on physical therapy related health care for women, and though not intended as a substitute for a personal visit to a health care provider, offers the answers to many questions that may be puzzling you. The booklet is called "For Women of All Ages" and you may obtain it by sending your request, along with a stamped self addressed business sized envelope to Women's Health, APTA, P.O. Box 37257, Washington, DC 20013. The APTA is a national professional organization that represents physical therapists, physical therapist assistants and students throughout the United States. ---------------- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical problem.