June is Men’s Health Awareness Month, and I want to take a moment to talk about something that does not get nearly enough attention: men’s pelvic health. When most people hear “pelvic floor physical therapy,” they often think of women’s health, pregnancy, or postpartum care. Men have a pelvic floor too, and it plays a …
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Constipation is common, with up to 27% of the US population experiencing chronic constipation. Many people have a general idea on how to manage their constipation and understand that diet and exercise are key, but most don’t understand how to tailor these general concepts to their individual circumstance. With so much information available out there …
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Many people have heard of Kegels—pelvic floor muscle contractions—but there’s a lot of confusion about what they actually do. Research shows that most people perform them incorrectly. The bigger issue, though, is this: most people don’t understand when they might need them… and just as importantly, when they might not. Doing Kegels without understanding what …
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One of the biggest myths about pain is the idea that pain automatically means something is damaged. In reality, pain and injury (or “pathology”) are not always directly connected. Many people have pain with no clear tissue damage, while others have imaging findings like disc bulges, arthritis, or tendon changes and feel no pain at …
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Pregnancy brings so many new sensations, and while many are completely normal, often there are symptoms that you can address and that you don’t have to just “put up with”. Many changes can be supported, managed, and improved. You may notice… If you’ve been told that what you’re feeling is “just part of pregnancy” and …
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When people hear “physical therapy,” they often think of rehab after a sports injury or surgery. But physical therapy can also help with one of the most important (and commonly misunderstood) areas of the body: the pelvic floor. Pelvic Health Physical Therapy is a specialized field of physical therapy that focuses on the muscles, joints, …
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Understanding Why It Happens and How Physical Therapy Can Help Have you ever stood up too quickly, rolled over in bed, or tilted your head back and suddenly felt the world spin? You’re not alone. Dizziness is one of the most common complaints people bring to their doctors. But did you know that not all …
When going back-to-school shopping, it’s important to get the right backpack. One of the easiest ways to develop back pain is from wearing the wrong one, or wearing it the wrong way. Here are some tips on how to properly wear your backpack and things to look for when getting a new one. 1. Wear …
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BOO! Did we scare you? No? Well this stat might: Without physical therapy, Frozen Shoulder can take up to TWO YEARS to recover from, and even then you may still be experiencing stiffness or limited range of motion. Frozen Shoulder, also considered Adhesive Capsulitis is a very common condition in which your shoulder gradually develops …
It’s finally that time of year again! The cool crisp air on your skin, the cracking of the leaves under your feet, the smell of pumpkin spice everywhere you go… Fall is one of the most relaxing seasons of all, right? Wrong. With Fall breaking ground, many student athletes are well underway into their respective …
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