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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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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