From Gut to Core: How Muscle Coordination Impacts Bloating and IBS
Abdominal bloating and distension are among the most common and distressing complaints seen in gastroenterology and pelvic health practice. For many individuals, these symptoms occur without excessive gas accumulation or…
Lichen Sclerosus and the Pelvic Floor
Lichen Sclerosus (LS) is a chronic inflammatory condition of the anogenital skin (most commonly the vulva in women) that can lead to symptoms such as itch (pruritus), pain (especially vulvar burning or tearing),…
Sexual Health and Longevity: A Vital Part of Women’s Well-Being
Sexual health is an essential part of women’s overall well-being and quality of life. Beyond intimacy, emerging research shows that sexual health is closely linked to both physical and emotional…
Reclaim Your Run: Supporting Your Body After Pregnancy
Returning to running after pregnancy requires patience, preparation, and guidance. Pregnancy and delivery bring remarkable changes to the body, particularly the pelvic floor, abdominal wall, and connective tissue systems that…
How Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Can Help Prevent Prolapse Repair Failure
Undergoing surgery to repair a pelvic organ prolapse — such as a cystocele (bladder prolapse) or rectocele (rectal prolapse) — can be life-changing. Many women experience relief from pressure, bulging,…
Surgery for Bladder Prolapse: what you need to know
If you’ve been told you have a cystocele (also called a bladder prolapse), you’re not alone — it’s one of the most common types of pelvic organ prolapse. Cystocele repair…
Scar Tissue Management: a little needle goes a long way
Scar tissue is a natural part of healing after surgery, injury, or trauma — but it doesn’t always heal in a way that supports normal movement and comfort. Often, scars…
Caring for Scars after Mastectomy: Physical Therapy as a first line treatment.
Undergoing a mastectomy is a significant medical procedure that involves not only the removal of breast tissue but also the disruption of skin, fascia, muscle, and lymphatic pathways. While most…
From Ouch to Ahhhhhh: Physical Therapy for the Win After Mastectomy
Undergoing a mastectomy is a life-changing experience — physically, emotionally, and functionally. While the primary goal is to treat or prevent breast cancer, the surgery often comes with side effects…
Fibromyalgia and Pelvic Symptoms: Understanding the Hidden Connection
Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic pain syndrome characterized by widespread symptoms including musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbance, and cognitive changes. Increasingly, research is showing a strong overlap between fibromyalgia and…
Perineal Tears during vaginal delivery: What. Why. and How to reduce risk and severity.
Vaginal birth is an incredible and empowering experience, but it can also come with challenges—including perineal tearing. While some degree of tearing is common during delivery, especially for first-time mothers,…
Bladder Irritation, Interstitial Cystitis & Painful Bladder Syndrome: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Natural Treatment
If you experience frequent urination, pelvic pain, or bladder pressure without a urinary tract infection, you may be dealing with a chronic condition like interstitial cystitis (IC) or painful bladder…
