Menstrual Cup

Menstrual Cup

Menstrual cups are trending, but have not always been mainstream, despite the fact that they have been around as early as the 1860s. Improvement in design and the use of soft silicone has contributed to recent popularity.  As a pelvic health therapist, I hear a lot of questions and concerns regarding the use of menstrual…

Dance Rehab

Dance Rehab

Anyone a dancer out there? No matter what type of dance you are interested in, this high-level activity can require unique positioning and high demands of the body. Most dancers will tell you that they are used to their bodies being injured and will fight through the pain for any performance they may have. What…

“Tell Every Amazing Lady”: September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

“Tell Every Amazing Lady”: September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

Ovarian cancer ranks fifth in cancer deaths among women, accounting for more deaths than any other cancer of the female reproductive system. A woman’s risk of getting ovarian cancer during her lifetime is about 1 in 78. The American Cancer Society estimates that, in 2020: The symptoms of ovarian cancer are often vague and subtle,…

Diastasis Recti (Part 2)

Diastasis Recti (Part 2)

Last month, we introduced Diastasis recti abdominis (DRA), the separation of the abdominal muscles which commonly occurs during pregnancy or postpartum.   So you have a gap, don’t panic! There is a whole lot of fear and misunderstanding surrounding the topic DRA. Remember, some separation is normal and extremely common. Pregnancy hormones create laxity in the…

Stuck To Your Chair?

Stuck To Your Chair?

Feeling stuck to your desk working on the computer and doing Zoom meetings? Sitting for prolonged periods can be very harmful to your body, particularly your muscles. Individuals can have increased low back and buttock discomfort with prolonged sitting. People have also complained of increased lower limb discomfort and swelling. According to a study by…