Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is often thought of as a straightforward issue of a "weak pelvic floor. But for many individuals, the cause is far more complex and involves not only pelvic floor weakness but also pelvic floor muscle tightness,…
Leaking urine during sports can be an embarrassing issue for athletes of all ages and levels. While often overlooked, it’s a common problem that can affect performance and confidence. Understanding its causes and implementing effective prevention strategies can help athletes…
Urinary incontinence or the leaking of pee can be caused by various factors, including pregnancy, childbirth, aging, or different medical conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes. While this is a common condition, especially in women, it is not normal. …
Increased intra-abdominal pressure is a large contributor to pelvic organ prolapse and to worsening symptoms. When you see a pelvic floor physical therapist for pelvic organ prolapse, one of the first things we will look at is how well you…
There is a strong correlation between stress urinary incontinence and metabolic syndrome. In a previous blog, we looked at a research articles examining the relationship between bladder function and metabolic health. In this blog, we want to discuss what that…
Did you know that high blood pressure and urinary incontinence (leaking urine) are related? New research has been published about the connection between high blood pressure (hypertension) and urinary incontinence. In honor of National Hearth Health Awareness month, we wanted…
There are a lot of things that happen to women as we age. As you go through menopause there are some simple tips for keeping your pelvis healthy and happy during this phase. Because we no longer have the levels…
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 from the truth! As a Physical Therapist who specializes in…
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 as basketball, volleyball, and running have higher risk of leaking. …
You’ve had a baby. Maybe had surgery. Or just a long hiatus from exercise. And now you feel ready to get back out there and return to running. But maybe it didn’t go as planned. Maybe you leaked while you…
