In today’s world, discussions about women’s health and well-being have gained significant momentum. One topic that deserves attention is rectoceles, a condition that affects many women but is often under-diagnosed or overlooked. However, there is good news: pelvic floor physical therapy offers a promising solution for rectoceles, helping women regain control of their pelvic floor […]
Are you tired of waking up multiple times during the night, feeling restless and unable to achieve a restful sleep? If so, you may be experiencing nocturia, a condition characterized by the need to urinate frequently at night. While several factors can contribute to this disruptive pattern, one potential solution that has gained recognition is
We have recently seen an uptick of patients that are dedicated cyclers but are experiencing pelvic floor issues both in our male and female treatment population. While cycling is a great way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors, it can put a lot of strain on your body, particularly your pelvic floor. The pelvic
Have you ever heard of or wanted to try dry needling? Legacy Physical Therapy now offers it as part of your physical therapy treatment, read on to learn more! Dry needling is a safe & effective therapeutic treatment that can release pain, reduce acute inflammation and promote healing in the body. It involves a thin
Estrogen & Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Estrogen is a crucial hormone in the female body that plays a vital role in the development and maintenance of the female reproductive system, as well as overall health and well-being. Estrogen plays a huge role in: The health of the pelvic floor muscles.The pelvic floor muscles are responsible
We wanted to highlight one of the tools we often use here at Legacy Physical Therapy, called cupping. Cupping is a type of manual therapy that was developed over hundreds of years ago. There is documentation of cupping being used in 1500 BCE. While there are many versions of Cupping therapy, the kind we perform
The vagus nerve plays a huge role in our body. If you ever wondered why taking a deep breath, stretching or getting hugged by a friend can create that sense of calm or comfort, the answer is: our vagus nerve! The vagus nerve is one of the 12 cranial nerves. These nerves sprawl out from
When it comes to the pelvic floor the pudendal nerve is one of the most talked about nerves in this region of the body. The pudendal nerve is a key player in: Controlling peeing – this nerve controls the urethral sphincter to help you maintain bladder continence Controlling Pooping – this nerve controls the external
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Prostatitis is a condition in men that involves inflammation of the prostate. The prostate is a gland that makes the fluid that goes into semen, it surrounds the urethra at the neck of the bladder. Prostatitis can either be acute or chronic where symptoms can come and go over at least 3 months. 50% of
One of the most common non-surgical options for management of prolapses is a pessary. A pessary is a removable device that is inserted vaginally to support a prolapse. The pelvic organs, which include the bladder, uterus or rectum, are held in place via muscles, ligaments, and supporting tissue. When these support systems experience weakness, a