What is Adenomyosis and how can Pelvic Floor PT help?
Adenomyosis is a condition that can cause painful periods, heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pressure, and ongoing pelvic pain. These symptoms can affect daily activities, exercise, sleep, relationships, and overall quality of life. While medical treatments are often the first step in managing adenomyosis, pelvic floor physical therapy (PFPT) may offer extra support for people who […]
Pudendal Nerve Pain: Could Your Pelvic Floor Be Part of the Problem?
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 several pelvic floor muscles. When this nerve becomes irritated, compressed, or sensitized, it can cause […]
Pelvic Pain and your Low Back: You can’t treat one without the other
Pelvic pain can affect nearly every part of daily life. Sitting, walking, exercising, and even sleeping may become difficult. Many people with chronic pelvic pain spend years searching for answers. One important piece of the puzzle that is often overlooked is the connection between the lower back and the pelvic floor. Research shows that decreased […]
Back Fusion Recovery: Why Physical Therapy Can Make or Break Your Results
Recovering from sacroiliac joint (SIJ) fusion or lumbar fusion surgery is not just about letting bones heal. It is also about learning how to move your body again to prevent reinjury. Many patients think surgery alone will solve their pain, but without proper rehabilitation, stiffness, weakness, and abnormal movement patterns can continue long after the operation. Physical […]
When Hip Tightness Creates Bladder Symptoms: The Surprising Role of the Obturator Internus
Most of us never think about the tiny muscles hidden deep inside our hips and pelvis. But sometimes, one of these muscles can cause surprising problems. One of the most important of these deep muscles is called the obturator internus. Even though most people have never heard of it, this muscle can create both hip […]
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), dyspareunia (pain with sexual activity), and sexual dysfunction. Typical clinical appearance includes pale or white “parchment-like” skin, thinning/thickening, scarring, loss of normal vulvar architecture (for example […]