Sitting is the new smoking
I know, I know, sitting is the new smoking. We are out getting standing desks and doing our best to limit this sitting thing; BUT (pun intended)...we simply need to…
Interstitial Cystitis: Treatment
Last week we discussed the “what’s” of IC. This week I would like to talk about “how’s” specifically how to manage IC. This is a very individualized approach, as each…
Interstitial Cystitis: Facts vs. Fiction
Interstitial Cystitis (IC) is a non-infectious, chronic bladder condition characterized by pain, frequency of urination, nighttime urination and urinary urgency. These symptoms can present together or in isolation, and are…
Is my back pain related to my pelvic symptoms?
This is a question that comes up often in clinic. People may assume that because we specialize in pelvic dysfunction, we don't treat backs. Well, that could not be farther…
Pelvic PT after baby; the individualized program.
Having practiced orthopedics, sports medicine, manual therapy, and pelvic floor therapy in Kansas City for 23 years there is one patient question that resonates with me as a tripping up…
What you should expect from your Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist.
Getting a referral to pelvic floor physical therapy can be surprising or maybe a little anxiety producing. Many patients say they had never heard of pelvic floor therapy. Often, medical…
Are you leaking urine when you exercise? Pelvic physical therapy is a simple and lasting fix!
Urinary leaking during exercise is common, but we should not treat it as normal. Female athletes experience leaking 2-3 times more often than non-athletes. Sports that require higher impact, such…
Just a few simple tips to keep your gut healthy!
No one likes to talk about poop, but it is really important for overall health and wellness!!Diet and daily habits can help you predict when your bowels will move on…
The symphony of muscle coordination for core stability: voice, breath, pelvic floor.
Have you ever wondered what happens to keep your spine, pelvis and hips stable while you exercise, or perform daily tasks? Probably not, unless you are an anatomy nerd like…
Mamas: Don’t wait to rehab your pelvic floor until you are done having babies!
The other day I heard the common statement that makes me pause: “I knew I was peeing my pants, having pain with intercourse, and some weakness after my first child…
Mighty Multifidus (Mull-ti-fi-duh-ss) Muscles
Let’s give some attention to one of the workhorse muscles of the spine that seem to get ignored—A LOT. The small but mighty multifidus. The multifidus muscles are the deepest…
Physical Therapy for Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in men over the age 65 but is also found in men in their 40s and 50s. After treatment for prostate…