What is a rectocele? A rectocele is a condition where the tissue wall between the vagina and rectum weakens, and subsequently a bulge forms from the rectum into the vaginal opening. What causes a rectocele? Prolonged pressure on the rectum Read more…
Though we still have much to learn about the long-term effects of the Covid-19 virus, we have been able to note a significant connection between Covid and subsequent manifesting pelvic health issues. We will break down a few of these Read more…
High-waisted leggings have been a girl’s best friend for the better part of a decade. But should they be? From a Pelvic Health perspective, the answer is no, they should not be. Remember that when we talk about the pelvic Read more…
When we think of pelvic floor physical therapy, we often think about pregnant or postpartum women. But what if I told you that pelvic floor physical therapy isn’t *just* for women? In fact, many men would benefit from pelvic floor Read more…
Can you imagine getting a major surgery and then not being referred to physical therapy after to rehab your body? You don’t have to. This is the reality for every birthing person who has had or is having a cesarean Read more…
Men, women, and people of all genders and sexuality can experience difficulty achieving orgasm. Orgasms and pleasure are complex. They are experiences that can be influenced by the musculoskeletal system, nervous system, mood, hormones, past experiences/trauma, mental health, body image, Read more…
One of the biggest physical issues facing adults in our modern world can be summed up in three words: low back pain. Low back pain is a multifactorial issue which can occur due to problems with muscle, joints, nerves, and Read more…
What are Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes? Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS) are a group of hereditary connective tissue disorders. EDS are generally characterized by joint hypermobility, joint instability and dislocations, skin hyperextensibility and abnormal scarring, and other structural issues such as hernias and pelvic Read more…
The blog below is taken largely from the most recent episode of the podcast Collaborative Connections by OrthoPelvic PT. Listen on Apple and Spotify! 🎙️Download, rate, review, and share today! … Today, I will be talking about my journey and Read more…
A patient emailed us this week, sharing the following: “I got a cystocele with my last pregnancy and I think a grade 2 or 3 tear. I’m so scared of tearing again or making myself prolapse even more. So far Read more…