As defined by the American Urological Association (AUA) is an unpleasant sensation, meaning any discomfort, pain, or pressure, that is perceived to be associated with the urinary bladder, also presented with lower urinary tract symptoms lasting more than 6 weeks in the absence of identifiable causes. Truths about IC: There are MANY myths out there about IC! Approximately 5% of the population have IC with similar amounts of men and women. Only 10% of people with IC have true bladder lining pathology. It is mostly a condition that involves the pelvic floor, nervous system, and the bladder. Prob ..read more

On October 6th 2021, over 75 countries will commemorate World Cerebral Palsy Day. Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder of childhood, affecting approximately 1 in 345 children. Although the impact of CP varies, it typically causes the muscles in the body to be too tight or too loose. Children with CP can experience difficulties with balance, movement, or fine motor tasks. The pelvic floor muscles that help to control our bladder and bowel can be just as impacted by CP as the muscles in the arms and legs. If the pelvic floor muscles are too tight, too weak, or have ..read more

Anyone who has experienced vulvar pain knows it can be an uncomfortable, distressing feeling. And although it might seem like you’re the only one experiencing such pain, vulvar pain is common and often very much treatable.  This week, we will look at the most common vulvar pain causes and symptoms we see and treat. In many cases, we have found that pelvic floor physical therapy can effectively ease or eliminate the painful symptoms associated with vulvar pain. What Is Vulvar Pain? The vulva refers explicitly to the external tissue that surrounds the opening of the vagina (i.e., the clitor ..read more

Endometriosis is an often painful chronic condition that affects many individuals worldwide regardless of age or gender identity. In fact, it is so common that it is estimated to affect up to 10% of the population in the United States alone. That’s a lot of people! Despite how common endometriosis is, it is a woefully misunderstood and often misdiagnosed condition that can impact one’s ability to engage in physical activity, participate in school and/or work-related responsibilities, and reduce the overall quality of life. This week, we’re going to explore some of the common questions about en ..read more

Experiencing pain during sex can be a devastating condition for many women. The inability to enjoy a physical connection with their partner can leave a person with deep emotional pain alongside their physical pain.  If you have experienced any of the symptoms associated with painful sex, it’s important to remember that you are not alone! Pelvic pain during sex is a common condition that we can help our patients manage & treat. That’s why this week, we will examine the issue of painful sex and some of the pelvic health conditions associated with it.  Painful sex is any pain or dis ..read more

At some point, many people will have experienced some form of pain in their pelvic and abdominal regions. Some estimates suggest up to 20% of the population in the United States will face some kind of pelvic pain in their lifetime. If you’ve wondered why we spend so much time covering the topic in our blogs, it’s because it is one of the most common symptoms that we see and treat! Today we take a look at your questions about pelvic pain treatment and how pelvic floor physical therapy can help! Pelvic and Abdominal Pain Explained In our experience, many painful symptoms that occur between the l ..read more

As defined by the American Urological Association (AUA) is an unpleasant sensation, meaning any discomfort, pain, or pressure, that is perceived to be associated with the urinary bladder, also presented with lower urinary tract symptoms lasting more than 6 weeks in the absence of identifiable causes. Truths about IC: There are MANY myths out there about IC! Approximately 5% of the population have IC with similar amounts of men and women. Only 10% of people with IC have true bladder lining pathology. It is mostly a condition that involves the pelvic floor, nervous system, and the bladder. Prob ..read more

While we treat many different issues in pelvic therapy involving the urinary, GI, and reproductive systems, the majority of our patients come to us with some type of pain. Many of them have had pain for an extended period of time, and often no one has been able to help them find relief or even explain why they are having pain. It is highly distressing to be experiencing chronic pain, particularly when it appears to be a ‘mystery!’ Tension of the pelvic and surrounding musculature can cause pelvic, abdominal, hip, and low back pain, and this will be the subject of many future blog posts. Today ..read more

On October 6th 2021, over 75 countries will commemorate World Cerebral Palsy Day. Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder of childhood, affecting approximately 1 in 345 children. Although the impact of CP varies, it typically causes the muscles in the body to be too tight or too loose. Children with CP can experience difficulties with balance, movement, or fine motor tasks. The pelvic floor muscles that help to control our bladder and bowel can be just as impacted by CP as the muscles in the arms and legs. If the pelvic floor muscles are too tight, too weak, or have ..read more

What Is Urinary Urgency and Frequency? Do you feel like you need to pee all the time, or that you have a ‘small bladder’? Do you sometimes get sudden, strong urges to urinate and have trouble making it to the bathroom in time? These are common symptoms of urinary frequency and urgency, and they commonly affect both men and women. When considering frequent urination, you’re probably wondering what is considered “more than usual.” In most cases, it is normal to urinate every 2 to 4 hours during the day, and up to one time at night. More frequently than that qualifies as urinary frequen ..read more