Fell on Your Tailbone? It Matters to Your Pelvic Floor Therapist Pelvic floor therapists provide essential care to those struggling with pelvic pain and bladder, bowel, and sexual dysfunction. The tailbone (also known as the coccyx) is often thought to act exclusively as part of the low back, rather than the pelvic floor. However, the […]
Women's HealthPostpartum PT 101: What to Expect at Your First Visit What to expect from your postpartum physical therapy visit Being pregnant and having a baby are major stressors to the mother’s body. Postpartum, there is a lot of focus on the baby and the baby’s health. However, our female pelvic health team is here for […]
Women's HealthHealthy Glutes Make for Happy Hips The gluteal muscles, which are hip muscles, are among the most influential and powerful muscles in the body. Knowing their locations, functions, and potential problems can be helpful for anyone struggling with hip pain. Learn how healthy glutes make for happy hips. The Gluteal Muscle Group: An Overview […]
Injury Prevention, Sports MedicineTalk, Don’t Text: Help Kids Build Language Skills As parents, we can find it nearly impossible to separate kids from their screens. After all, many apps are labeled as “educational,” and it seems harmless to let them scroll, play, or video chat. But research shows that too much screen time can actually hold kids back—especially […]
Speech TherapyInnovations in Dysphagia Management What Is Dysphagia? If you’ve ever had difficulty swallowing food, liquids, or even medication, you may be experiencing dysphagia. This condition becomes more common with age, after a stroke, or due to neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis. For adults, dysphagia isn’t just uncomfortable—it can impact nutrition, hydration, […]
Speech Therapy4 Ways to Decrease Inflammation Via the Vagus Nerve The human brain is a magnificent and brilliant organ. It allows us to move our bodies to perform our daily tasks, remember both fond and not-so-fond memories, and make decisions all day long. However, it can also be kind of dumb in the sense that your […]
Chronic PainPhysical Therapy: The Perfect Partner for Pickleball Players Pickleball is everywhere these days. Since 2020, the sport has experienced remarkable growth across all age groups, with particularly rapid growth in participation among players under 25. Its appeal is easy to understand—pickleball is fun, social, easy to learn, and accessible to people of all skill levels. […]
Sports Medicine, UncategorizedA Real Pain in the Butt: Levator Ani Syndrome Struggling with pain in your butt—literally? Unfortunately, pelvic floor pain is a daily, frustrating struggle for many. This pain can often go untreated for too long. Levator ani syndrome is a specific type of pelvic floor condition that most commonly presents as pain along the back […]
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