What is Acupressure for the Pelvis?

What is Acupressure for the Pelvis?

As America reckons with the fallout of an opioid epidemic, many are turning to time-honored, non-pharmacological therapies. Among them, acupressure—a healing art rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)—is emerging as a clinically backed and accessible approach to managing pain and stress. What is Acupressure? Acupressure, often called “acupuncture without needles,” involves applying targeted pressure to…

Living with IBS

Living with IBS

When Your Gut Dictates Your Day For the millions of Americans living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), the most ordinary parts of life — a morning commute, lunch with friends, or a work meeting — can become sources of anxiety and discomfort. IBS, a chronic gastrointestinal disorder characterized by symptoms like abdominal pain, bloating, and…

The Pelvic Floor During Perimenopause and Menopause

The Pelvic Floor During Perimenopause and Menopause

As women approach perimenopause and menopause, they experience a wide range of physical and hormonal changes. Among the most significant, yet often overlooked, is the impact these life stages have on the pelvic floor. The pelvic floor, a network of muscles that support the bladder, uterus, and rectum, undergoes gradual shifts that can affect a…

The Impact of Colorectal Cancer Treatment on the Pelvic Floor

The Impact of Colorectal Cancer Treatment on the Pelvic Floor

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…

Symptom Management for Endometriosis

Symptom Management for Endometriosis

Navigating Pain and Discomfort Endometriosis, a chronic condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, affects 10-15% of women during their reproductive years. Its symptoms—ranging from pelvic pain and painful periods to fatigue and digestive issues—can significantly disrupt daily life. While there is no cure, symptom management has become a key…