Stress, Cortisol and Your Pelvic Floor
A tiger is chasing you through the forest and you’re running as fast as you possibly can. Your body has undergone a series of neurological and hormonal sequences to mobilize …
Taking Self-Love Into Your Own Hands: Let’s Talk Masturbation
Did you know that January is Self-Love month? Masturbation, or the act of sexually stimulating yourself, has many scientific health benefits and no severe side effects. Once referred to as …
Dry Needling: What is it and could it be possibly be helpful for me?
What Is It? Dry Needling (DN), also known as Trigger Point Dry Needling (TPDN), is a form of treatment used to treat myofascial pain. (Myo – meaning muscle, Fascia- being …
Building Your Pregnancy Team, Part 1 – Physicians and Midwives
We have all heard that it takes a village to raise a child, right? What about growing a baby? That can take a village too! Pregnancy can be a beautiful …
For Physical Therapists: Compassion Fatigue – Coping Strategies to Find Harmony
What is Compassion Fatigue? Compassion fatigue is a common issue among physical therapists and other helping professionals who work with individuals who have experienced trauma, chronic stress, or other challenging …
Dedicated to your career, or is it just a day job?
Are you looking at any way you can progress and climb the ladder of your dream industry or end up in your perfect job? Or do you consider work as …
Top 5 Pelvic Habits to Let Go of in 2023
For many, the New Year is a time for making resolutions and building healthier habits. The good news is that usually the habits that are most important for overall health …
Don’t Snooze on Good Sleep Habits: What is Sleep Hygiene and Why Does it Matter for the Pelvic Floor?
We have all had the thought, “I’ll just catch up on sleep this weekend” or “Man, do I need some coffee this morning”. A good night’s sleep can be an …
Hope for Interstitial Cystitis and Bladder Pain Syndrome: Recommendations From the Newest Research-Based Treatment
Always have to pee? Have the urge to pee and then very little comes out? Pain in the bladder or pelvic region? Ever feel like you have a UTI but …
Understanding The Pudendal Nerve and Healing From Pudendal Neuralgia
While many people have heard of the sciatic nerve and sciatica, it is rare to hear people talk about the pudendal nerve, or understand how unwanted pelvic symptoms may be …