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Understanding the link between the sacroiliac joint and low back pain, and how physical therapy can help If you’ve been told you have “low back pain” but the ache sits low and to one side, near the dimples above your buttocks, your sacroiliac (SI) joint may be part of the story. It’s one of the…
From Delivery Room to Dorsal Glide It’s World Breastfeeding Week, and there’s a lot of well-earned focus on the bond between parent and baby. But we want to talk about something that gets a lot less airtime: what nursing does to your body. Let’s be real — breastfeeding is basically an endurance sport crossed with…
Addressing Leakage and Pain on the Run If you’ve ever had to plan your running route around bathroom locations, or found yourself doing the classic “cross your legs and cough” dance before a run, you’re far from alone. Running is one of the most rewarding forms of exercise—but its repetitive, high-impact nature asks a lot…
A Conservative Option Worth Understanding in Pelvic Health For patients managing pelvic organ prolapse—where the bladder, uterus, or rectum descends from its normal position—a vaginal pessary can be a valuable part of a conservative management plan. These medical-grade silicone devices are fitted internally to provide structural support to prolapsed organs and can also help reduce…
Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is more common than most people realize—and far more treatable than many assume. The condition occurs when the uterus, bladder, or rectum descends into or against the vaginal canal, often as a result of weakened pelvic floor muscles following childbirth, hormonal changes, or simply the passage of time. Symptoms can range…