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Pelvic pain is pain felt in the lower abdomen (stomach area), pelvis, or perineum (the area between the rectum and the scrotum or vagina). It has many possible causes. Pelvic pain affects up to 20% of people in the United States, including women and men, more commonly found in women. Pelvic pain is called chronic…
October is breast cancer awareness month! As science has continued to advance many more treatment options are available for breast cancer. As a result survival rates are continuing to improve. Physical therapy plays a key role in restoring movement, strength and function to the trunk and upper extremity affected by breast cancer. Breast Cancer and…
Last week we posted a blog on why sleep is so important. If you missed it check it out here. This week we’re covering aspects of sleep that we are asked about a lot. Let’s start with the basics. What Are You Sleeping On? The right mattress can make or break a good night’s sleep….
September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Ovarian cancer is defined as a cancer that forms in tissues of the ovary. Most ovarian cancers are either ovarian epithelial cancers (cancer that begins in the cells on the surface of the ovary) or malignant germ cell tumors (cancer that begins in egg cells). Signs & symptoms: Diagnosis…
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal condition in which women of reproductive age have infrequent or prolonged menstrual periods or excess male hormone levels. The hormonal imbalance which occurs can affect ovulation and therefore fertility in women. PCOS is actually one the most common cause for female infertility. According to the World Health Organization…