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…
Why it might be more than your back Low back pain is one of the most common reasons women seek medical care. Many people assume the problem starts in the spine, muscles, or joints. However, research shows that another part…
Golf may look smooth and effortless, but the body works extremely hard during every swing. A powerful golf swing depends on flexibility, strength, balance, and timing. One of the most important parts of the swing is rotation through the lower…
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…
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…
Urinary leaking, also known as urinary incontinence, is something many people feel embarrassed to talk about—especially when it happens after back surgery. But problems with bladder control after a lumbar laminectomy are more common than most people realize. Even though the exact type of…
If you've dealt with chronic lower back or pelvic pain, hip tightness, or postural imbalances, you may have heard someone mention the psoas muscle. But is the psoas muscle truly the source of pain, or is it simply reflecting something…
Back pain is a common ailment, and among its many causes, sacral-iliac joint dysfunction is a significant but often overlooked contributor. The sacral-iliac (SI) joint connects the sacrum, a triangular bone at the base of the spine, to the iliac…
When someone comes into physical therapy for back pain, we as physical therapists need to think beyond just back pain. Often, a patient will come in and say that they had" failed PT" or that "PT didn’t help". I wonder…
Many people experience pain in the SI (sacroiliac) joint and low back. Often when you look into these patient’s history, they will also have had Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, or buttock pain. When examined completely, these should be a clue…
