Anatomy In order to understand what pelvic organ prolapse is, we must first understand female pelvic anatomy. At the front (anterior) of the pelvis, there is the bladder and urethra, in the middle there is... Continue Reading
The holiday season can be a time for family, celebrations, and good food. It can also be a time for constipation. Between travel, big meals, and a change in routine, your gastrointestinal system can get... Continue Reading
Do you have problems inserting a tampon? Do you dread going to the gynecologist because you can’t tolerate the speculum? Do you avoid penetrative sex because it hurts too much? Pain with penetration can be... Continue Reading
Examination: As with orthopaedic physical therapy, pelvic floor rehabilitation starts with examination to understand what different factors may be contributing to your dysfunction. An intial pelvic floor therapy exam will typically involve the following elements:-A thorough... Continue Reading
So you were recently diagnosed with pelvic floor dysfunction, but what does that mean? Let’s talk about what the pelvic floor is, what it does, and what happens when it is not working correctly. What... Continue Reading