As people age, there’s no suspicion that their sex lives turn along with their bodies. For some couples, that can mean complications in the bedroom.

Take, for case, a woman in her fifties whose spouse has erectile dysfunction. Though this hits their sex life, it can also bring over into the base of their relationship. In many situations involving women and ED, the man is embarrassed to talk about it or go for guidance and rather pulls away from his partner. She, in shift, feels denied, and the bond hurts. Erectile dysfunction is always a thing of the heart, but new analysis shows that more than fantasy is at stake.

The Difficulties of ED

ED can be challenging. Men who develop ED feel as terrible about themselves as I. They feel guilty that they no longer can be what I call a ‘sexual provider’ for their partners, which is one of the fundamental ways that men sense good about themselves in relationships.

Women and ED can be confused as well. Though many women are believed, they can also feel frustrated or even defeated physically and crave intimacy emotionally.

Women may feel responsible and blameworthy, concerned that they are doing something shady or that their partner no longer finds them sexy. Some women tremble. ED is a sign their partner is having intimacy with someone else. It’s not.

The impact on the relationship

Having erectile dysfunction had a significant impact on my emotions. I’d always believed that being able to have an erection was a component of being a man, so I felt worthless and numb when I couldn’t do it.

I became very withdrawn. The impact on our relationship is devastating. For three years, I slept on the couch in case my wife desired us to have sensuality. I made a reason to say that I was watching TV and was not confined to Susie. It almost departed us.

I felt that it was my fault. I’d put on weight and thought he didn’t fancy me anymore, and my self-confidence took an absolute nosedive. I wondered if it was a physical thing because his back was hurting, but at other times, I felt he didn’t trust me because he wasn’t talking to me. Our marriage was definitely in trouble.

Change the way you think about sex

There is an abundance of ways to be intimate together without having to have a firm erection. Concentrate on generating closeness rather than on entrance.

You can have many sexual acts that do not involve penetration, and you can achieve orgasm without penetration. So consider sex more broadly. Increase your sex script and have sex in a slightly different way. For example, having sex in a different room may be sufficient, or having sex in the morning instead of at night, because testosterone levels are highest at this time, which can also help.

Seek Professional Guidance

No one wants you to solve this problem yourself. If either party is not satisfied with sex, meeting …

We rely on our sense of balance for pretty much everything we do. From getting out of the bed in the morning and getting dressed to getting ourselves to work, we simply couldn’t manage without it. It’s essential. 

But don’t take it for granted. As we age or recover from injury – our sense of balance can often be put out, leaving our bodies prone to further injury, or worse.

You might be asking yourself – is it possible to have better balance?

Well, the answer is yes. It is. 

How balance works

Before we get into the tricks of the trade, it’s good to know how this whole balance thing works. Our bodies have different systems that work together to create our sense of balance.

Musculoskeletal system  

Made up of all our muscles, joints, bones, and ligaments, the body’s musculoskeletal system ensures we can stand up straight and find our centre of gravity. 

Vestibular system

This sensory system combining our inner ear and visual aids provides the brain with important information about our surroundings, movement, and orientation. It basically keeps our bodies in check – allowing us to keep balance and know what position we are currently in.

 If you were hanging upside down – you would know, thanks to your vestibular system.

Have I got bad balance?

It’s a question that your physio will need to answer for you, but there are some warning signs you should keep an eye out for:

• Unusual dizziness 
• Wobbly legs or unsteadiness
• Feeling faint or lightheaded 
• Spatial issues, trouble to see straight 
• Unusual clumsiness or falls 

*If you experience any of the following you should immediately contact your healthcare professional or Physio Perth. 

7 exercise to improve balance 

What’s the saying? No pain – no gain. This adage holds true for balance-related exercises. The best way to get better balance is actually by challenging the systems that create your sense of balance. Here are 7 ways to do just that:

    1. Tree-pose 

• Begin this exercise with both feet firmly together on the ground (mountain pose) and hands firmly down by your side. 
• Bending your right knee – bring your right foot up and place it on your left leg (either above or below the knee). For beginners you may find placing your foot lower is helpful at first. 
• Ensure your toes are facing down and your tailbone is facing the floor. 
• Slowly bring your arms up to your chest – or for an extension connect your palms above your head. 
• Repeat with the opposite side. 

This exercise is a great way to start any workout routine, or morning! It centres the body and strengthens your legs in the process.

    2. One-legged crunch 

• Balancing on one leg, bring your hovering knee up until it’s at a right angle (or as far up as you can go). 
• Bring your hands up above your head and clap as high as you can reach.
• Swing your hands down and clap underneath your raised leg as you