Low back pain and bladder symptoms can sometimes occur together. If you are dealing with both low back pain and frequent, urgent trips to the bathroom, you may wonder if the two problems are connected. In some people, they may…
Pudendal nerve pain can be a persistent and frustrating source of pelvic discomfort. The pudendal nerve is an important nerve in the pelvis that carries sensation from the external genital and perineal regions and also contributes to the function of…
An ankle sprain may seem like a problem that starts and ends at the ankle, but the body does not work that way. Your muscles, joints, nerves, and connective tissues work together as a chain. When one part of that…
Urinary urgency is the sudden, strong feeling that you need to urinate right away. For some people, the urge comes on so quickly that they may leak urine before reaching the bathroom. This is called urgency urinary incontinence. Others may…
Urinary urge incontinence (UUI) is a common bladder problem that can affect daily life. People with urge incontinence feel a sudden, strong need to urinate and may leak urine before they can reach the bathroom. This can happen during the…
The human body is designed to move and transfer force. Every time we walk, lift, carry, push, pull, roll in bed, or exercise, our body has to move force from one area to another. This is called load transfer. Good…
If you struggle with bladder urgency, you know how frustrating it can be. The sudden need to find a bathroom can interrupt work, travel, exercise, and sleep. For some people, bladder urgency also leads to leakage, known as urge urinary…
Having a baby is an incredible experience, but pregnancy and childbirth place tremendous demands on your body. Throughout pregnancy and delivery, your core and pelvic floor muscles stretch, work hard, and may become weakened or overworked. After giving birth, many…
It is a continuous conversation in my treatment room with my clients - every single patient, every day hears something about their diaphragm and the pelvic floor. So, this seemed like an easy blog topic! Let's dive into the what…
Because the connection to LBP and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction (PFD) are so strong, a pelvic floor physical therapist could be the missing link in treating your LBP. Here is what the research is saying about further testing and treatment for…
