Pelvic Pain There are various factors that can contribute to pelvic floor dysfunction in women. For instance, childbirth can lead to muscle and nerve overstretching, connective tissue damage, prolapse, changes in pelvic positioning, and reduced effectiveness of muscular contractions due to scar tissue. Hormonal fluctuations throughout a woman’s life can also affect the functionality …
A woman’s pregnancy is an extraordinary and life-altering experience. However, it can also be challenging to prioritize self-care during this time. Fortunately, pelvic floor abnormalities, common during pregnancy, can be easily corrected with minimal effort. You can save yourself from years of pain and incontinence by addressing these issues promptly. Throughout pregnancy, various statistics indicate …
Endometriosis and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy What is Endometriosis? As defined by the World Health Organization, endometriosis is characterized by endometrial-like tissue present outside the womb. Tissue is typically observed within the pelvic cavity, but is also found within the abdominal cavity. These tissues contribute to mild to severe pain, organ dysfunction, inflammation, adhesions, …
What is Urinary Incontinence? In this post, we will review three different types of urinary incontinence (UI). UI is common in men and women and can happen at any point during our life due to a trauma, pregnancy, neurological disorder, weak muscles, poor coordination, or tight muscles. This is where a pelvic floor physical therapist …
