Menstrual cramps are common, but pain that disrupts your daily life is not considered normal. If you are experiencing pain that keeps you home from work or school or that leaves you curled up in bed, it is worth seeking further attention from your health care provider. Endometriosis is a chronic, complex condition in which …
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Why did I launch the Pelvic Wellness Program? Written by: YUCHIN CHANG, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT Ever since becoming a manual therapist in 2006, I have been aware of the underserved population of patients with chronic pelvic pain. Each one of my patients’ stories is unique, yet they all share the same frustration and …
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Sexual Pain: Not All in your Head! Written by: Yuchin Chang, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT A lot of women suffer from sexual pain, ranging from the clitoral pain, burning vulva, to deep vaginal pain, and they often feel they are to blame. If they finally reach out to seek help from physicians, they were …
Vaginismus: A Pelvic Pain that Physical Therapy Can Help!! Written by: Yuchin Chang, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT What is Vaginismus? Vaginismus is a painful pelvic floor dysfunction in which any penetration to the vaginal opening is very painful and restricted. For women who have this condition, using a tampon or having a sexual relationship is …
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