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What is the prostate? The prostate is a small gland within the pelvic cavity in men. It is responsible for producing the seminal fluid in semen. The prostate surrounds the urethra and sits just below the bladder. Dysfunction of the prostate is most commonly caused by: The Prostate and Aging As men age the prostate…
This month, we celebrate Bladder Awareness. We hope to highlight commonly asked questions about the bladder and explain why better bladder awareness can help improve overall health. A snippet on bladder function The bladder is essentially an organ that stores urine. Blood filters through the kidneys where impurities are removed. These are transported to the…
This month is Bladder Awareness Month! Various studies have found that the prevalence of urinary incontinence ranges from 5-70% depending on the age and gender. The majority of studies report an average of 25-45% prevalence. Women are affected more than men with 53% of women reporting urinary incontinence. Of these women, 30% reported moderate to…
What is Pelvic Congestion? Pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS) is a chronic pelvic pain condition that occurs when blood flow in the pelvic veins becomes compromised and back flow occurs. This leads to swelling and twisting of the veins. PCS is also known as pelvic venous insufficiency. Symptoms of PCS People who experience PCS often report…
Pain is the top reason that people seek the help of a physical therapist. Regardless of where you are experiencing pain, here are some tips to help your body fast track healing naturally. These lifestyle changes can be made by everyone and are easy to implement. Sleep Getting a proper night sleep can help your…