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Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most common cancers worldwide, and its treatments—surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation—can have significant long-term effects on the pelvic floor muscles. It’s signs and symptoms can be found here in a previous blog. These muscles, which support the bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs, can be weakened or damaged as a…
Cancers within the pelvis come in various forms for all genders. It refers to any cancer found within the pelvis. Early detection is important and improves survival rates. After medical treatment for cancer, it is often recommended to undergo pelvic rehabilitation to restore and recover as much of the function of the pelvis and pelvic…
At Body Harmony Physical Therapy, we specialize in pelvic health and orthopedic conditions. This month we are highlighting Cervical Cancer. Later this month we will publish blogs related to premature ejaculation in men and tips for male pelvic health. Cervical cancer remains a significant health concern, with around 14,000 new cases diagnosed annually in the…
Gynecologic cancers account for 12.5% of all new female cancer diagnoses, and include uterine cancer, cervical cancer, ovarian cancer and less commonly cancer of the vulva or vagina. These cancers can be accompanied by varying symptoms of pelvic pain, urinary dysfunction, bowel dysfunction and sexual dysfunction. Medical management for these can include chemotherapy, radiation therapy,…
Breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women in the US. Early detection is key and can help improve your outcome if detected and treated during early stages. Breast self examination (BSE) is a convenient no-cost tool which can help you become more familiar with how your breasts look and feel. In this blog we are…