Importance of Healthy Bowel Movements 

Healthy bowel movements might not make it to the top of your daily conversation list, but they’re a cornerstone of not only your digestive health but your overall health. Imagine them as your body’s natural waste management system, efficiently clearing out what you don’t need to keep everything running smoothly and you feeling your best. 

When your digestive system is in sync, you dodge those bouts of uncomfortable constipation, bloating, and all-around feeling sluggish. Plus, regular bowel habits mean your body can soak up nutrients more effectively, boosting your energy levels and keeping you in a good mood. 

But the benefits don’t stop there. If you maintain a healthy gut it can also be your secret weapon against more serious issues like hemorrhoids, diverticulosis and even colorectal cancer. It’s all about giving your digestive system the tools it needs to thrive: fiber packed food, plenty of water, and regular physical activity. 

So, while it might not be the most glamorous part of your day, taking care of your digestive health is a simple yet powerful way to support your long-term well-being. Your gut - and the rest of your body - will thank you!

Patient Education Resources for Healthy Bowel Movements

Patient education resources are key in promoting healthy bowel movements and regular bowel habits by offering clear, accessible information on digestive health. These materials help individuals understand the importance of  fiber packed food, hydration, and regular physical activity. They provide practical tips on managing common issues like constipation and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) as well as teach patients how to recognize and address digestive concerns and build regular bowel habits. By empowering them with this knowledge, patients can take proactive steps toward maintaining consistent and better bowel movements. 

That’s why Embodia, and our partners (myPFM, Pelvic Health Solutions, and Reframe Rehab), have created easy-to-understand patient education resources for maintaining a healthy bowel!  

If you currently use Embodia’s Tier 2: Patient engagement or Tier 3: Practice management, this blog will tell you how to access these tools. 

Not currently using Embodia for Patient Engagement or Practice Management? Not to worry! We’ve made PDF versions of all of these templates available for you, and easily accessible through this blog. No Cost! You're welcome!

Free healthy bowel movement patient education bundle! 

For all Embodia Tier 2 and Tier 3 members, below are the direct links to these patient education resources. Keep reading to learn about how to access these resources from your Embodia dashboard. 

• Comprehensive Bowel Health Guide by the Embodia Team (including full-page infographics)

• Airbags and Potty Talk - Toilet Meditation Handout by the Embodia Team

• Prevention and Treatment of Constipation Handout by Pelvic Health Solutions and available on Embodia

• Eating for Bowel Health by myPFM and available on Embodia

Non-Embodia members, you can click the button below to access all of the downloadable templates listed above by subscribing to our email list. In addition to instant download access, we’ll send the full bundle to your email!

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How to access patient education on Embodia - for Tier 2 & 3 Members

1. Finding patient education for bowel health 

To access these patient education resources, from your Embodia dashboard, click on HEP and Education. 

Then, in the search bar, type “bowel” and click Search. A list of related resources will pop up for you to explore. Click on the title of the resource you’re interested in to view it. 

Steps: HEP > Education > Search “bowel” > Click on resource for title to explore

Step-by-step guide for this and more

For even more information on navigating the patient education library view our detailed guide here!

2. Adding resources to your starred list

If you want easy access to any one of these resources, you can click the star icon beside the title to add it to your starred resources. You can access these resources from the same HEP > Education page without having to search by clicking on the “Starred” button underneath the search bar. 

Steps: HEP > Education > Star icon > Starred Button. 

Step-by-step guide for this and more

For further detail on starring education (i.e. adding your favourites), view this detailed guide and scroll to the bottom.

3. Sharing resources with patients

Option 1:

When you’re ready to prescribe, you can do so directly through Embodia and your patient can easily access the information from their own account or on our app (for Apple or Android). 

Once you click on the title of the resource, you can scroll all the way to the bottom and click the share button. From there you can select which patient you want to share it with, and add any comments in the notes section! Finally, click the share education button to send it off!

Steps: HEP > Education > Search “bowel” > Title of resource > Share button > Patient’s name (add comment if wanted) > Share education button

Option 2:

Alternatively you can share the education with your patient from inside their profile by…

Steps: Patient profile > Education > Share Education button > Search for Education > Share Button > Add comment if wanted > Share education button

Step-by-step guide for this and more

For even more information on sharing patient education, as well as exercises, view our detailed guide here!

Need more bowel health resources?

Are there any bowel movements resources that are missing on Embodia? Let us know! We’d love to hear from you at support@embodiaapp.com. 

We’re continually adding to our library and always looking for ways to improve your experience.

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Date published: 4 September 2024
Last update: 5 September 2024