Tampons should not hurt: What is going on if they do, and what you can do about it!
Do you avoid using tampon because they are irritating or hurt? Can you just NOT get one in at all? Does going to see the GYNE cause you to be anxious because the exam is painful? Did you know that tampons shouldn’t hurt? Or that the GYN appointment shouldn’t cause pain? Let’s stop the pain […]
Common Questions regarding Persistent Pain
Second blog on persistent pelvic pain, discussing some common questions to consider and where to begin in understanding your nervous system and lifestlye factors to help you heal.
Dry Needling: Migraine Edition
Lights. Camera. Migraine. If you suffer from migraines, you know all about the daunting feelings of blurred vision, nausea and single sided throb or pulsing on one side of the head. These symptoms creep up on you, leaving you feeling helpless and bracing for impact. Treatments options range from medication, hot packs/cold packs, caffeine, […]
Would You Benefit From Seeing a Pelvic Pain PT?
Physical Therapists Can Specialize in “Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation?” Wait, What is the Pelvic Floor? Pelvic floor rehabilitation is becoming increasingly popular, supported by research and proven to be effective in the clinic. Most people believe physical therapists (PTs) only treat orthopedic conditions, such as low back pain, knee injuries, and post-operative situations, like an […]
Breast Cancer: Treating Pain in Recovery
Breast Cancer Awareness month is here. I want to discuss the milieu of pain symptoms that develop after treatment for breast cancer. A recent article I found examined the prevalence of myofascial pain after treatment for breast cancer. For many years now, I have treated women after breast cancer treatment. From chemotherapy and radiation, to […]