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Women’s Health

Painful Sex After Menopause: Causes, Solutions, and Pelvic Floor Stretches That Help

Menopause, Pain, Painful Intercourse, Pelvic Floor, Pelvic Physical Therapy, Women’s Health /

Hot flashes. Sleep issues. Mood swings. These are the symptoms most people associate with menopause. But there’s another common symptom that often goes unspoken painful sex after menopause. If intimacy has become uncomfortable, frustrating, or something you avoid altogether, you are not alone. And more importantly, this is not something you just have to live […]

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Painful Sex After Hysterectomy: Why It Happens and What Can Help

Pain, Pelvic Floor, Pelvic Pain, Pelvic Physical Therapy, Women’s Health /

If you’ve had a hysterectomy and now sex feels painful, dry, tight, or just completely different… you are not alone. One of the hardest things for many women is that nobody really prepares them for this part of recovery. Many patients are told their surgery went well, instructed to wait six weeks before intercourse, and

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Why It Hurts to Roll Over in Bed While Pregnant

Pelvic Floor, Pelvic Physical Therapy, Pregnancy, Women’s Health /

If you’re pregnant and finding yourself dreading the simple act of rolling over in bed, you are definitely not alone. Many pregnant women describe this exact moment as one of the most uncomfortable parts of pregnancy: Some women even say rolling in bed hurts more than walking. The good news? While this type of pain

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Ab Separation vs. Weak Core: What’s the Difference?

Diastasis Recti, Pelvic Physical Therapy, Women’s Health /

If you’ve recently had a baby or even if it’s been a few years you might notice changes in your midsection. Maybe your tummy looks “poochy,” or you feel like your core just isn’t as strong as it used to be. Many people confuse ab separation with a weak core, but they are not the

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Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) & Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

Pelvic Physical Therapy, Pregnancy, Women’s Health /

If you’ve noticed vaginal dryness, burning, urinary urgency, discomfort with intimacy, or recurrent UTIs during perimenopause or menopause, you may be experiencing Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM). GSM is common. It’s treatable. And pelvic floor physical therapy can be an important part of the solution. What Is Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause? Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause

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What is the Best Position to Give Birth In?

Pelvic Physical Therapy, Pregnancy, Women’s Health /

If you’re preparing for labor, you’ve probably wondered: What’s the best position to give birth in? The short answer? The best position is the one that works best for your body, your baby, and your specific birth situation. For decades, many births in the United States have happened in a semi-reclined or flat-on-the-back position. But

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How Can I Decrease My Round Ligament Pain? How Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Can Help

Pelvic Floor, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Pelvic Pain, Pelvic Physical Therapy, Women’s Health /

If you’re pregnant and feeling a sharp, sudden pain in your lower abdomen or groin—especially when rolling in bed, standing up, or coughing—you’re not alone. This discomfort is often round ligament pain, a common (but frustrating) part of pregnancy. The good news? While round ligament pain is common, it’s not something you just have to

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Dr. Brooke Kalisiak Featured in Voyage STL: A Story of Life, Lessons & Legacy

Media, Self Care, Women’s Health /

We are honored to share that our founder and owner, Dr. Brooke Kalisiak, PT, DPT, was recently featured in Voyage STL in an article titled “Dr. Brooke Kalisiak PT, DPT on Life, Lessons & Legacy.” This feature highlights not only Brooke’s journey as a physical therapist and entrepreneur but also the heart and mission behind

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How does Shockwave Therapy Treatment work? 

Mens health, Shockwave Therapy, Women’s Health /

Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses low-intensity extracorporeal shock wave therapy (Li-ESWT) to promote healing, reduce pain, and regenerate damaged tissues. It involves applying acoustic shock waves to specific areas of the body to stimulate biological responses that enhance recovery.   Here’s a closer look at how it works and what you can expect

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Have you heard of ShockwaveTherapy?

Mens health, Shockwave Therapy, Women’s Health /

Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses low-intensity extracorporeal shock wave therapy (Li-ESWT) to promote healing, reduce pain, and enhance tissue regeneration. It is commonly used in various medical fields, including orthopedics, sports medicine, urology, and physical therapy, to treat chronic pain, injuries, and other conditions.   How ShockwaveTherapy Works:   Shockwave therapy delivers acoustic shock

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