Ever experience post-intercourse pain?
It's more common than you might think, and one possible culprit is poor venous return. Venous return issues can affect the blood flow in our pelvic region, leading to discomfort after intimate moments. But fear not, there's help! Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy may be the key to unlocking relief and improving your overall well-being. We can provide specialized therapy that focuses on the muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues in the pelvic area. By addressing these concerns, we can help enhance blood circulation, reduce discomfort and get to the root cause as to WHY you have pain after intimacy. Does this [...]
What is Visceral Mobilization?
What is Visceral Mobilization? Visceral mobilization focuses on the health and movement of your internal organs (viscera) within the abdominal and pelvic cavities. Just like muscles and joints, these organs need to move freely and harmoniously to ensure optimal function and comfort. When restrictions or adhesions occur within the organs, it can lead to discomfort, pain, and even issues like digestive problems. How do Physical Therapists Use It? Physical therapists are like body detectives – they use their expertise to identify restrictions and imbalances within your body's systems. With visceral mobilization, they employ gentle and precise manual techniques to release [...]
Do You Have Pudendal Neuralgia?
What is Pudendal Neuralgia (PN)? It's a condition where the pudendal nerve, located in the pelvic region, becomes irritated or damaged, causing chronic pain and discomfort in the genital, perineal, and rectal areas. This condition can seriously affect a person's quality of life, leading to pain during sitting, sexual activity, or even just daily movements. It's more common than we think, affecting both men and women. This is where Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy comes to the rescue! Here's how: Targeted Approach: PFPT is designed to treat imbalances, it helps alleviate pressure on the nerve and reduces pain. Non-Invasive & Drug-Free: [...]
The Foot and the Pelvic Floor Connection
Did you know that your foot and your pelvic floor are more connected than you might think? The human body is an intricate network of connections, let's explore the fascinating link between our feet and the pelvic floor! When we walk or run, our feet act as the foundation for our entire body. They absorb the impact of each step, providing stability and support. But did you know that the way we carry ourselves and engage our feet can have a significant impact on our pelvic floor muscles? The pelvic floor is a group of muscles located at the base [...]
Don’t Let Erectile Dysfunction Stand in the Way of Finding Romance
Dating can be difficult enough, you don’t need erectile dysfunction to make it any harder (pun intended). Even though there are medications that can help achieve erection, there is plenty pelvic floor physical therapy can address to correct a root cause. Between increasing blood flow to the area, ensuring the pressure in your body is being managed well and identifying and correcting muscle imbalances and incoordination, pelvic floor physical therapy can help you have one less thing to worry about. Call today to schedule a free phone consultation!
Are You Suffering from Pain, Incontinence or Other Postpartum Symptoms?
Physical Therapy Specialists Provide Compassionate and Experienced Care for Women. Benefits of Postpartum Physical Therapy: ✅ Decrease muscle pain and discomfort ✅ Reduce back pain, pelvic pain, and abdominal pain ✅ Improve incontinence and digestive health ✅ Improve sexual function ✅ Reduce stress and enhance self-image ✅ Improve perception of health We believe your overall health matters! You deserve the best treatment for your postpartum symptoms to enable you to enjoy your baby and motherhood!
Even a Brief Introduction to Meditation Can Ease Pain
Even a Brief Introduction to Meditation Can Ease Pain All this talk about mindfulness and meditation . . . what does it all mean and how can it help me? The article below form Medical News Today explains how even just a half hour of meditation can change your emotions and ease pain. Check it out! Even a brief introduction to meditation can ease pain
Physical Therapy Can Ensure That You’re Ready to ‘Spring’ Into Action
Physical Therapy Can Ensure That You’re Ready to ‘Spring’ Into Action Now that spring has officially arrived, many people are turning their attention to outdoor activities, whether it’s signing up for local charity walks, joining community cleanups or racing after children on the playground. However, the sudden onset of activity could spell trouble if you spent your winter in “exercise hibernation.” Don’t fret: With the right feedback from a trained healthcare professional, it’s possible to safely participate in the activities you enjoy most. If you’re ready to kick-start your activity level after a long hiatus, your first stop [...]
#METOO
#METOO By Kristin Anderson, PT, DPT, OCS, CLT Have you noticed the “Me Too” campaign occurring on Facebook? The campaign is designed for women to post “Me Too” if they have experienced any form of sexual trauma in their lives. If you have seen the campaign, what where your initial thoughts? Did the number of women who posted surprise you? Did you yourself post or did you privately know you had experienced sexual trauma as well? Regardless of your response, did you know that 1 in 3 women experience sexual assault in their lifetime? In addition to emotional [...]
Pregnant and Unable to Walk!
Pregnant and Unable to Walk! Stephanie was in the last 2 months of her pregnancy when all a sudden she was unable to walk without excruciating pain. She was in her early 30’s and SO FRUSTRATED! Stephanie had gotten through waking up every morning with nausea from the first trimester and was feeling really good in her second trimester. Now, in her third trimester, she had a stabbing pain in the front of her pelvis with every step she took. Does this sound familiar? The prevalence of pain in pregnancy varies widely depending on the study cited but [...]
