Are you considering undergoing a prostate procedure? You’re probably feeling a mix of emotions: some uncertainty, maybe a bit of nervousness, and a lot of questions about what comes next. All these feelings are completely normal! At our clinic, we understand how overwhelming the recovery process can be—physically and emotionally. That’s why we’ve created unique […]
Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years. While it’s a normal part of aging, the physical and emotional changes that accompany menopause can be challenging for many women. Hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances are just a few of the symptoms that can significantly impact daily
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Pelvic organ prolapse is a condition that affects many women, yet it often remains shrouded in silence and misconception. As a physical therapist at , I’ve worked with numerous women dealing with this challenging condition. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore what pelvic organ prolapse is, its causes, symptoms, and most importantly, how it can
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Diastasis Recti is a condition characterized by the separation of the abdominal muscles, which can lead to a noticeable bulge in the midsection. It’s commonly experienced by pregnant and postpartum women, but it can also affect men and non-pregnant women. Proper management and understanding of what can worsen Diastasis Recti are crucial for effective treatment
Lets start with some fast facts about what is considered normal bladder habits: It is normal to pee between 5-7 times a day. However as we get older, bladder capacity does get smaller which will increase urinary frequency. The typical time between voiding is every 2 – 2.5 hours. Urine should flow easily without discomfort
The pelvic floor muscles are a group of muscles that are located on the bottom of our pelvis. These muscles go from our pubic bone in the front to our tail bone in the back and they span side to side across our sit bones. One of the main functions of the pelvic floor muscles
We understand how frustrating it can be to deal with pelvic floor issues such as bladder leakage, pelvic floor heaviness or pelvic pain. Ever since these issues started, you haven’t been able to feel like yourself and live life how you truly want to. Instead, you’re stuck trying to find ways to find relief that
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We commonly see patients here at Legacy Physical therapy with Pelvic Floor Pain. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that make up the base of the pelvis. These muscles span from the front of your hip (the pubic bone) to the back of the pelvis at the tailbone. Frequently these muscles themselves or
Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a medical condition in which the pelvic organs, such as the bladder, rectum, uterus, and small intestine drop or descend into or through the vagina. It can also occur when one or more of these organs protrude out of the vaginal opening. POP can cause pain with sexual intercourse as
We wanted to highlight a condition that we often see here at legacy physical therapy, that is, Pain with sex after having a baby. The medical term for pain with sex is called dyspareunia. We are using a patient sample case today, we’ll call her Jane. Jane was experiencing painful intercourse due to scarring from