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What are dilators? A dilator is a medical device that can have a number of uses including: a surgical instrument or medical implement used to induce dilation, that is, to expand an opening or passage such as the cervix, urethra, esophagus or vaginal introituses. Regarding pelvic floor physical therapy, dilators are usually used / designed…
Ovarian cancer ranks fifth in cancer deaths among women, accounting for more deaths than any other cancer of the female reproductive system. A woman’s risk of getting ovarian cancer during her lifetime is about 1 in 78. The American Cancer Society estimates that, in 2020: The symptoms of ovarian cancer are often vague and subtle,…
Feeling stuck to your desk working on the computer and doing Zoom meetings? Sitting for prolonged periods can be very harmful to your body, particularly your muscles. Individuals can have increased low back and buttock discomfort with prolonged sitting. People have also complained of increased lower limb discomfort and swelling. According to a study by…
In last month’s blog introducing telehealth physical therapy, we presented the benefits and drawbacks of going virtual for your rehab needs. This month, we want to highlight how virtual pelvic PT can be a valuable resource for new mothers during their postpartum journey. Life continues to march on during this pandemic. Babies continue to be…
If you’re experiencing hip pain, a pelvic floor specialist may be able to help. You might be thinking, “What does my hip have to do with my pelvic floor?” First of all, the pelvic floor is directly connected to the muscles of the hip. The obturator internus (OI), one of six hip rotator muscles, attaches…