Interstitial Cystitis Awareness and Treatment

Interstitial Cystitis Awareness and Treatment

We’re finishing off September with a blog concerning interstitial cystitis. September is interstitial cystitis (IC) awareness month. There are many interstitial cystitis treatment options available. As with many pelvic health conditions a multi-disciplinary approach is recommended to address each aspect of lifestyle affected (physical, psychological, etc). What is Interstitial Cystitis (IC)? IC is a bladder…

What to Expect During Your Pelvic Physical Therapy Evaluation

What to Expect During Your Pelvic Physical Therapy Evaluation

Going to any new healthcare provider for the first time can be daunting. Here at Body Harmony PT we want you to feel comfortable and prepared for your first visit with us! Whether you were referred to pelvic PT by your doctor, recommended by a friend or simply heard about pelvic PT online. Here are…

Vulvodynia in a Nutshell

Vulvodynia in a Nutshell

What is vulvodynia?  Vulvodynia is defined as chronic pain in the vulvar area.  How is vulvodynia classified?  Vulvodynia can be classified based on the causative factor of its: What causes vulvodynia to develop?  Current research shows that vulvodynia is not caused by a single disease process, but rather a constellation of symptoms of several disease…