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Assuming belly is required, and breathing is required, the following 23 results were found.

  1. yoga poses to ease pelvic pain

    Yoga Poses to Ease Pelvic Pain and Endometriosis Painhttps://feminapt.com/blog/yoga-poses-to-ease-pelvic-pain-and-endometriosis-pain

    Yoga Poses to Ease Pelvic Pain Also Effective for Endometriosis Pain 1 in 10 women have endometriosis and experience different forms of pain—pain with urination, pain with bowel movements, painful periods, pelvic pain, ovulation pain, painful sex,...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  2. Photo by Fabian Møller on Unsplash

    New Year's Resolutions for Your Pelvic Floor | Breathe!https://feminapt.com/blog/new-year-s-resolutions-for-your-pelvic-floor-breathe-correctly

    Believe it or not, the pelvic floor can affect the quality of our breathing. The opposite is also true: Promoting efficient diaphragmatic breathing can improve function of the pelvic floor. In this study by Zivkovic et al. Zivkovic et al. ,...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog

  3. Stress Reduction Through the Holidayshttps://feminapt.com/blog/stress-reduction-through-the-holidays

    The Holidays can be stressful! Fortunately, you can help the mind and body relax with these handy techniques. Deep Breathing Stress and chronic pain can lead to short and shallow breathing which adds tension to the diaphragm, abdomen, and pelvic floor....

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  4. body mechanics and posture for prolapse

    Body Mechanics and Posture for Prolapse Managementhttps://feminapt.com/blog/body-mechanics-and-posture-for-prolapse-management

    Learn All About Body Mechanics and Posture for Prolapse Do you feel a bulge or feel like you are sitting on a ball in the pelvic area? What should you do? Don’t freak out, there is help for you! Here are some things to get you started: See your...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  5. cesarean section early recovery exercises

    Cesarean Section Early Recovery Exerciseshttps://feminapt.com/blog/cesarean-section-early-recovery-exercises

    Learn To Do Cesarean Section Early Recovery Exercises It’s Cesarean Section Awareness Month! Trauma to the body is something all who give birth to a baby experience. With those who deliver via cesarean (c-section), there is the added trauma of an...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  6. postpartum pelvic health

    5 Things You Can do to Improve Postpartum Pelvic Healthhttps://feminapt.com/blog/5-things-you-can-do-to-improve-postpartum-pelvic-health

    Postpartum Pelvic Health Recovery Should Start Day 1. Here are some tips to help you get your postpartum pelvic health (and general health) back on track: This article focuses on 5 key techniques you can use to improve postpartum pelvic health. It...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog

  7. belly breathinghttps://feminapt.com/site-index/belly-breathing

    • Type: Tag
    • Author: Webmaster
  8. Endometriosis Laparoscopic Road to Recovery | Image Courtesy of Unsplash

    Endometriosis Laparoscopic Postoperative Care: Steps to Recovery https://feminapt.com/blog/endometriosis-laparoscopic-postoperative-care-steps-to-recovery

    Postoperative Care for Endometriosis Laparoscopic Procedures Recovering from an endometriosis laparoscopic procedure requires proper care for a full and timely recovery. During this time there are some important steps to follow in order for everything...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Blog
  9. Exercises to Relieve Endometriosis Pain | Image Courtesy of Tyler Nix via Unsplash

    5 Simple Exercises to Reduce and Relieve Endometriosis Painhttps://feminapt.com/blog/5-simple-exercises-to-reduce-and-relieve-endometriosis-pain

    March is Endometriosis Awareness Month. Today, we explore different exercises someone can do at home to relieve endometriosis pain. For more information on endometriosis, see our article HERE. Before we begin exploring gentle movements to relieve pain,...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  10. 4 Exercises to Increase Low Back Strength | Image Courtesy of Anupam Mahaptra via Unsplash

    4 Exercises to Increase Low Back Strength and Help with Low Back Painhttps://feminapt.com/blog/4-exercises-to-increase-low-back-strength

    4 Exercises to Increase Low Back Strength Julia Connolly, PT, DPT Rest does not always = recovery. Strengthening the muscles of your lower back to increase low back strength, gain coordination, and increase aerobic endurance will improve your capacity...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  11. photo credit by Alexander Krivitskiy on unsplash

    Preparing your Pelvic Floor for Childbirthhttps://feminapt.com/blog/preparing-your-pelvic-floor-for-childbirth

    What can a mother do to prepare her pelvic floor for pregnancy and childbirth? First, you might be asking yourself “what is the pelvic floor”? The pelvic floor is a group of muscles inside the pelvis that form a hammock from your pubic bone to your...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  12. Solutions for Chronic Constipation | Image Courtesy of Tim Mossholder via Unsplash

    How to Have Your Best Poop Ever: Solutions for Chronic Constipationhttps://feminapt.com/blog/how-to-have-your-best-poop-ever-solutions-for-chronic-constipation

    Let's Discuss Some Solutions for Chronic Constipation "Chronic constipation can have detrimental effects to daily life..." Constipation is an extremely common symptom that has been reported to affect 63 million people in North America.1 Chronic...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Debbie Dy, PT, DPT
    • Category: Blog
  13. Postpartum Recovery pt. 2 Diastasis Rectus Abdominis | Image Courtesy of Katherine Hood via Unsplash

    Diastasis Rectus Abdominis: What, Why, How? | Postpartum Recovery Pt. 2https://feminapt.com/blog/diastasis-rectus-abdominis-what-why-how-postpartum-recovery-pt-2

    What is DRA? Diastasis rectus abdominis (DRA, sometimes referred to as Diastasis Recti) is a distortion or thinning of the linea alba which is the midline of the abdomen that connects left and right rectus abdominis muscles together. Although DRA can...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  14. Laboring Positions and Pelvic Floor Stretches for Childbirth

    4 Pelvic Floor Stretches for Childbirth That You Need NOWhttps://feminapt.com/blog/4-pelvic-floor-stretches-for-childbirth-that-you-need-now

    All About the Importance of Pelvic Floor Stretches for Childbirth **Talk to your physical therapist and healthcare team about specific guidelines for you** Are you ready for the big day? Have you thought about how you will prep for your upcoming...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  15. squat and hover to pee

    New Year’s Resolutions for your Pelvic Floor | Don't Squat and Hover to Pee!https://feminapt.com/blog/new-year-s-resolutions-for-your-pelvic-floor-don-t-squat-and-hover-to-pee

    Don’t squat and hover to pee! Sit down and relax your pelvic floor muscles. Ok, ok so this tip is always met with some pushback, but to those of you who prefer to squat and hover to pee rather than sit should be aware that this habit is not good for...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  16. Muscles and Potty Training | Image Courtesy of Jessica Reeves and her son Zeek

    What’s The Deal With Muscles And Potty Training? | Pediatric Blog Posthttps://feminapt.com/blog/what-s-the-deal-with-muscles-and-potty-training-pediatric-blog-post

    bladder is not fully empty this could cause increased tightness in the muscles and bacteria growth. Do encourage deep belly breathing; try having them sing songs, blow bubbles, or blow on a pinwheel Avoid letting your child’s feet dangle while sitting...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Sarina Karwande PT, DPT, CAFS
    • Category: Blog
  17. Steps to return to running in postpartum | image courtesy of sam chaffin via unsplash

    Blog: A Safe Return to Running and Impact Activities in Postpartumhttps://feminapt.com/blog/blog-return-to-running-in-postpartum

    During pregnancy, the body goes through tremendous changes that can significantly impact strength, endurance, and ability to absorb ground reaction forces that are required to safely return to running. Your growing belly changes your posture, your...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Debbie Dy, PT, DPT
    • Category: Blog

  18. International Journal of Childbirth Education | Exercises for Lower Back Pain in Pregnancyhttps://feminapt.com/resources/published-articles/exercises-for-lower-back-pain-in-pregnancy

    Physical Therapy, Stretches, and Massage for Sciatic Pain, Hip Pain, and Pelvic Floor Misalignment International Journal of Childbirth Education. September 2008 Heather Jeffcoat, DPT Sciatic pain? Lower back pain? Hip pain? Any of these sound familiar?...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Published Articles

  19. Floor Yoga Poses for Stress Reliefhttps://feminapt.com/blog/floor-yoga-poses-for-stress-relief

    Stressed from the holidays? Try some gentle yoga poses that can be done anywhere you have a little floor space for your yoga mat. ------------------ Cat/Cow Cat/Cow is a dynamic yoga movement that links breath with movement. It flows through two poses...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  20. stop sucking in your stomach

    Washington Post: Stop Sucking in Your Stomach All the Timehttps://feminapt.com/media-content/washington-post/washington-post-stop-sucking-in-your-stomach-all-the-time

    can make a difference.” Jeffcoat said other strategies include a combination of flexibility and breath work, such as “belly breathing,” as well as abdominal massage. When you’re practicing breathing, Wiebe suggests doing inhalations with an emphasis on...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Washington Post
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Testimonial by Lauren B.

Femina PT (née Fusion Wellness & Physical Therapy) has been such an answer to prayer, i'm so glad I found them! I've been struggling with vaginismus my whole life, but didn't have a name for it until about 6 or 7 months ago. Even once I did have a name for it though, I didn't know where to begin in getting help. My OB/GYN had me get a set of dilators, but I couldn't even insert the smallest one by myself. Most times I tried I just ended up frustrated and in tears. I felt really alone, like I was broken and didn't have the energy to keep trying. When I got engaged a few months ago though, I realized I needed to get answers so i wasn't dreading my honeymoon.

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Testimonial by M.N., age 28

A personal journey and testimonial from one of my patients:

I was diagnosed with vaginismus 4 years ago. I never heard of such medical condition until after I got married. At first my husband and I didn't know what to do, we didn't know what the issues were or how to overcome it. Being born and raised in Armenia and being Christian I wasn't that open about talking to sex with others and so it wasn't easy to seek help. But eventually I went to an Ob-Gyn and luckily she knew about the medical condition (not many doctors know). She referred me to a physical therapist and I couldn't believe it and thought it's something I can handle myself. I ordered a kit from vaginismus.com and started practicing with dilators. There was some small progress but wasn't much helpful.

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Testimonial by A.B.

Before I was referred to Heather Jeffcoat I was living in a nightmare. I had been married to my husband for three years and I was suffering from Vaginismus. That all changed when I visited my OBGYN and she said she knew of someone with a great success rate. To be honest I was hesitant at first because my first doctor had already told me that all I needed to do was order dilators from the internet and I should overcome my problem. She was wrong because I had followed the book on how to use the dilators with absolutely no advancements in my condition. However, that all changed when I went in for my first visit and Heather took the time to explain my condition and how we were going to work together to overcome it.

I remember leaving her office with a glimmer of hope that I could live a normal life. As my sessions continued I began to see immediate results. With only four sessions and a strict dedication to my home programs I was cured of Vaginismus. In the beginning of this process I was made aware that my health insurance company might not cover the costs, which was disappointing but today I can say one hundred percent that it was the best money I ever spent. Now thanks to Heather I am finally enjoying my life to the fullest with my husband. Thank you Heather, I can’t begin to tell you how much I appreciate all that you have done for me. I will never forget it. Those who are suffering from these types of conditions don’t be afraid because she makes you feel so comfortable and the end result is worth it. Good luck to you all and I hope you experience the success I have.
-- A.B.

Testimonial by S.S., age 54

Heather is the best! I saw her today for terrible hip/groin pain. I was so impressed with the safety measures in place and felt completely safe . Thanks for the healing hands.

S.S., age 54

Testimonial by J.H.

My last appointment with Heather was over 6 years ago but I still think of her every day. I don’t take for granted that I can easily get out of bed, care for my two active and busy young boys, run, play tennis, clean my house, or sit at a desk for several hours at a time. None of these tasks were easy for me before meeting Heather. Eight years ago my car was struck from behind by a tractor trailer that was estimated to have been speeding. I spent 3 years working with different PTs and Drs trying to heal and move on with my life. When I became pregnant and the hormone relaxin that “relaxes” all the joints of the body and the additional weight gain erased all my progress and I was suddenly in a lot of pain again. My OB sent me to Heather for one last try.

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Testimonial by Jamie M.

I have been going to see Heather for a while now, and I can't tell you enough how much she has improved my quality of life. Heather specializes in issues like pelvic floor, but I see her for other orthopedic issues.

I have a lot of chronic joint pain and dysfunction issues (back, hips, neck) that require that have ongoing physical therapy maintenance. The effects of my problem joints/areas overlap and interconnect with each other in complex ways, so helping me requires really having a complete understanding of the entire skeletal and muscular system. Pain does not always appear where the problem actually is, the human body is a twisty, many-layered puzzle. I have an exercise program I do at home and I am very functional, but there are just something things I need a PT to help me out with.

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