Prostatitis, a common condition in men, is often associated with pelvic pain, urinary symptoms, and discomfort. While it’s traditionally linked to inflammation or infection of the prostate gland, research shows that many cases of prostatitis are actually related to pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD). Understanding this connection can help men find relief and the right treatment.

Stress is a common part of life, but did you know it can directly impact your pelvic floor? This often-overlooked connection can explain why chronic stress might lead to issues like pelvic pain, urinary incontinence, or even low back discomfort.

Sex should be a pleasurable experience, but for many individuals, it can be a source of significant pain and discomfort. This condition, known as dyspareunia, affects a substantial number of people and can lead to physical, emotional, and relational distress. Pelvic floor physical therapy offers a comprehensive approach to understanding and treating this condition, addressing both the physical and psychological components that contribute to painful sex.

What can we, as Pelvic Floor Therapists do to help you with your pain? We would first do a full body assessment to determine what imbalances could be leading to your pain. Most often this leads to treatment of myofascial release to inner thighs, glutes, and lower abdominals followed by strengthening to create more stability within the front of the pelvis! This is commonly done by prescribing exercises that strengthen your Anterior Oblique Sling, such as opposite abdominals muscles to opposite side adductor muscles with specific movements. We will also provide education on ways we can manage your symptoms other than exercise!

For some of you, you brought a tiny little life into the world. For others of you, you are struggling with the invisible hurt of miscarrying, having a stillborn birth. Not bringing your baby home. There is A LOT going on inside of you and around you...and you’re not broken.

In the realm of physical therapy, there's a lesser-known but incredibly vital specialty that deals with the pelvic floor – a group of muscles that often goes unnoticed until problems arise. Pelvic floor physical therapy (PFPT) is gaining recognition for its effectiveness in treating a wide range of issues, from pelvic pain to urinary incontinence. In this blog, we'll delve into what PFPT entails and why you should consider seeking the expertise of a pelvic floor physical therapist.

Pooping should NOT be a taboo topic. We all do it and it’s very important to our overall health. In fact, a study in BMJ Open suggested that having a bowel movement less than three times a week was associated with higher risks of stroke, heart disease, and heart attacks.

There can be a variety of reasons why we may have pain with intimacy! You should know that pain with intimacy is NEVER normal! Top 5 tips for improving pain with intimacy!

Understanding the connection between the pelvic floor and feet has significant implications for various health conditions. Physical therapy, exercises focusing on pelvic floor and foot health, and awareness of posture can contribute to improved overall well-being.

Urinary urgency is when you feel a sudden urge to urinate that is difficult to delay or control. Working with a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist to get to the root cause of your urinary urgency is KEY!

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Constipation can be miserable… did you know that pelvic floor therapy can help?