Pre-Surgical / Non-Surgical Options for Gender Affirmation

Pre-Surgical / Non-Surgical Options for Gender Affirmation

A few blog posts ago, we spoke about the different types of gender affirming surgeries and how physical therapy can help. This blog post is going to go over the different types of techniques that can be performed either pre-surgically or if one does not want to have surgery at all. Tucking A technique transwomen…

Diastasis Recti (Part 1)

Diastasis Recti (Part 1)

July was International Diastasis Recti Awareness Month. Diastasis recti abdominis is an extremely common condition for women who are pregnant or postpartum and may even be considered normal for some. A knowledgeable approach to managing this prevalent condition can alleviate fear and improve function.  What is Diastasis Recti?  Diastasis recti abdominis (DRA) refers to the…

Different Types of Gender Affirming Surgeries

Different Types of Gender Affirming Surgeries

What is gender affirmation? Gender affirmation refers to an interpersonal, interactive process whereby a person receives social recognition and support for their gender identity and expression. Gender affirming surgeries have become more prevalent in order for a transgender or gender diverse individual to have their physical body align with their gender identity. For most, these…

Childhood Bladder Dysfunction

Childhood Bladder Dysfunction

Childhood bladder and/or bowel dysfunctions (CBBD) are common around the world. Children gain bladder control between ages 2-4, though urinary incontinence is common from ages 4-6. Most of the time, bladder control problems disappear as children get older, but there are cases when bladder issues persist. Bladder dysfunctions include enuresis, daytime urinary incontinence (DUI), and…