Posts by Nick Harland
Microneedling: pre-care advice, downtime, how long it takes to see results
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that uses microscopic needles to puncture tiny holes in your skin. This process stimulates your body to produce more collagen, a protein vital for maintaining the structure and shape of your skin. Some microneedling treatments will also insert a blend of healthy vitamins in these micropunctures to boost the benefits…
Read MoreCollagen: all you need to know
Collagen is a vital protein that provides your body with strength and structure. Here’s all you need to know about it.
Read MoreWhat exactly is stubborn fat?
At Dundrum Clinic we’re often asked about stubborn fat, so we thought we’d break it down in a blog. Here’s all you need to know about those unwanted pockets of fat around your body.
Read MoreConstant Urge to Urinate: Causes, Symptoms, How to Fix It
Having a constant urge to pee isn’t necessarily something to worry about. It might be happening because you’re having certain food or drink, and don’t realise that it’s causing an issue. This is fairly common. But if you’re finding that you always need to go to the toilet – regardless of what you eat or…
Read MoreA list of FDA-approved Kegel devices
Before we get into the list of FDA-approved Kegel devices, let’s quickly run through what the FDA actually is and why their approval is important. If you’d prefer to get straight to the list, feel free to skip the next section. What is FDA approval? You might have seen the term FDA-approved next to plenty…
Read MoreVaginal Rejuvenation: Meaning, Benefits, Cost
Vaginal rejuvenation has grown in popularity in recent years as women have taken greater ownership of their health. But what is it? What are the benefits? And how much does it typically cost? Let’s take a look. What is vaginal rejuvenation? As you get older, a lot of things stop working as well as they…
Read MoreSkin Tightening Treatments: All You Need to Know
Do you have loose, sagging skin? Unwanted wrinkles? How about excess pockets of fat that you just can’t seem to shift? Skin tightening can help you tackle all of these issues – and much more. In this blog we’re going to explain what the treatment is, how it works, the different types, and the best…
Read MorePelvic floor dysfunction: the most-asked questions
A weak pelvic floor (or a pelvic floor dysfunction) can cause health issues for the rest of your body. But not everything you may have read online is true. In this article we’re going to answer some of the most-asked questions relating to your pelvic floor, as well some advice on how to treat yours.…
Read More5 proven alternatives to Kegel exercises
Although Kegels can be an effective way of strengthening your pelvic floor, they can also be problematic. That’s because a lot of people don’t use the correct technique. According to one clinical study, 46% of people do not perform Kegels correctly. Half of those participants believed they were using the right technique. Simply put, if…
Read MoreHow long does it take to strengthen your pelvic floor?
As we grow older, our pelvic floor (the group of muscles around our bladder, bottom and vagina or penis) naturally becomes a little weaker. Events such as childbirth and menopause can accelerate this. This can lead to some unpleasant symptoms – both physical and mental. A weak pelvic floor can negatively affect your urinary, bowel…
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