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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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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