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Physical Therapy for Labor Preparation and Relief from Sciatica and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Pregnancy reshapes the body in ways few other life events do. Hormonal shifts loosen the ligaments, the growing uterus alters posture and center of gravity. As a result, the musculoskeletal system is asked to adapt in a matter of months. Along the…
The Silent Pain Pelvic Physical Therapy Can Address March is World Endometriosis Awareness Month, bringing attention to a chronic condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus. This can cause severe inflammation, scar tissue, and oftentimes debilitating chronic pelvic pain. Endometriosis is far from rare, affecting approximately 1 in 10 women…
Let’s Rethink How We Understand Pain “Pain is the sensation of threat,” explain David Butler and Lorimer Moseley in Explain Pain. Pain is also the number one reason people seek help from the medical profession. However, pain is not a straightforward indicator of tissue damage, but rather a protective output of the brain—an alarm system meant…
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…
Are you getting towards the end of your pregnancy? Have you heard from a friend or healthcare practitioner about perineal massage but aren’t really sure if it’s right for you? According to research, 40% to 80% of people who give birth vaginally will tear during childbirth. Perineal massage is an excellent way to help prepare…