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A Taboo Subject for Some Pelvic floor muscle dysfunction (PFMD) is a condition that affects millions, yet it often remains a silent issue in conversations about health. This dysfunction occurs when the muscles that support the bladder, uterus, and rectum become weakened or too tight, leading to a range of symptoms including urinary incontinence, pelvic…
For many women, the postpartum period brings challenges beyond the joy of welcoming a new baby. Issues such as perineal tears, episiotomy scars, and pelvic floor dysfunction are common but often overlooked. These conditions can lead to lasting discomfort, urinary incontinence, constipation, and even pain during intercourse. Thankfully, physical therapy can be a powerful tool…
Education on Prevention and Early Detection January marks Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the critical importance of prevention, early detection, and education surrounding this disease. At the heart of this campaign is the reminder that cervical cancer treatment has a high survival rate (91%) when detected early. This number drops to…
Pilates Exercises and Pelvic Floor Health: What You Need to Know At our clinic, we recognize the importance of strengthening the core, but we also understand the need to protect and support the pelvic floor, especially for women experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction. Certain Pilates exercises can put additional pressure on the pelvic floor, potentially contributing…
Physical therapy and nutrition are often seen as separate, but physical therapists know that they are deeply intertwined. To get the most out of PT, especially after an injury or surgery, successfully integrating both is crucial. During recovery from an injury or surgery, the body is working to heal itself. PT activities and exercises are…