Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Hypermobility Disorders: new clinical practice updates
The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) has released a Clinical Practice Update addressing the gastrointestinal (GI) manifestations and autonomic or immune dysfunction in patients with Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) and Hypermobility…
Empowering Healing: The Vital Role of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause”
Pelvic floor physical therapy (PFPT) plays a critical role in the treatment of pelvic and genitourinary symptoms and can dramatically improve the quality of life for individuals with those symptoms…
From Diaphragm to Pelvic Floor: The Pressurized Core Explained
The human core is a pressure system, and like any pressurized system, it must be carefully managed to maintain function and prevent breakdown. One of my favorite ways to understand…
Surprising Connections: How Your Voice and Pelvic Floor Work Together
When we think about singing, speaking, or even laughing, we rarely think about our pelvic floor. But recent research is shining a light on something surprising: your pelvic floor muscles—usually…
What to Expect During a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Vulvar Assessment: A Patient’s Guide
Pelvic floor physical therapy (PFPT) is a highly specialized area of care aimed at treating a variety of pelvic health concerns, including pain, urinary or bowel dysfunction, and symptoms related…
Breaking the Silence on Pelvic Pain and Medical Gaslighting
Chronic pelvic pain is a silent epidemic affecting millions of women, yet it remains one of the most underdiagnosed and undertreated conditions in healthcare. A recent study published in JAMA…
Understanding the Obturator Internus Muscle in Persistent Pelvic Girdle Pain
While many people associate hip pain with joint-related issues such as osteoarthritis, labral tears, or bursitis, a lesser-known but highly significant cause of hip pain comes from the obturator internus…
Breaking the Silence on Menopause: New Guidelines for an Integrated Approach to Genitourinary Symptoms
Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM), previously known as vulvovaginal atrophy, encompasses a range of symptoms resulting from estrogen deficiency, including vaginal dryness, dyspareunia (painful intercourse), urinary urgency, and recurrent urinary…
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and Dry Needling: A Powerful Path to Relief
Pelvic floor dysfunction affects millions of people worldwide and can result in a range of symptoms such as chronic pelvic pain, urinary dysfunction, and sexual dysfunction. These issues are often…
From Scar to Strength: Healing C-Section Pain with Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
While the immediate recovery from cesarean section (c-section) deliveries focuses on healing from major abdominal surgery, some mothers continue to experience pain long after the incision has healed. This persistent…
Healing from the Bottom Up: Treating Tailbone Pain with Pelvic Floor PT
Tailbone pain, or coccyx pain, is a common yet often misunderstood condition that affects many individuals. Whether due to injury, poor posture, or long-term muscle tension, tailbone and pelvic pain…
Understanding Pediatric Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy: A Guide for Parents
When people hear "pelvic floor physical therapy," they often associate it with postpartum care or adult continence issues. However, children can also experience pelvic floor dysfunction, which can significantly impact…
