Episode 14

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Approximately 1 in 7 men suffer from male pelvic pain, a condition often endured in silence due to societal stigma and pressure. Premature ejaculation affects about 30% of men at some point in their lives, while other pelvic health issues, such as chronic prostatitis and pelvic floor dysfunction, are also prevalent.

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Today, Jean and Edward chat with Tony Kosoko, a leading physical therapist in pelvic health, who specializes in addressing these issues and advocates for breaking the silence to improve men's overall well-being. Beyond exploring male pelvic pain, this discussion delves into men's mental health, erectile dysfunction, the damaging effects of unrealistic pornography, viagra and highlights the critical need for societal support in encouraging men to openly express and discuss what’s going on for them.

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Tony Kosoko is a specialist musculoskeletal physiotherapist with an extensive background in men's health, sports injuries, clinical Pilates, and strength and conditioning. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy, a PgCert in Sports, and is a member of the MMACP, MCSP, and is HCPC registered.

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Tony initially trained as a dancer at The Northern Ballet School and performed professionally in Europe and Japan before retiring in 1991. He then retrained as a physiotherapist, graduating from the 4-year honors program at King's College, London in 1995.

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Tony worked in the NHS at two of London’s leading teaching hospitals before transitioning to private practice in 2000. He spent three years working with leading dance companies, including Rambert Dance and Merce Cunningham Dance companies, before founding The Practice, a multidisciplinary clinic based in Notting Hill, in 2003.

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Tony is dedicated to improving men's health by addressing issues such as male pelvic pain, premature ejaculation, and other pelvic health concerns, helping men lead healthier, more fulfilling lives from a bio psychosocial perspective.

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You can learn more about Tony and The Practice Centre by heading to https://thepracticecentre.co.uk/

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Host: Jean Campbell

Co-host: Ed Burgess-Wells

Executive Producer: Jean Campbell

Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach

Composer: Edoardo Vella