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  1. Understanding Gastroparesis and the Role of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

    Understanding Gastroparesis and the Role of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapyhttps://feminapt.com/blog/understanding-gastroparesis-and-the-role-of-pelvic-floor-physical-therapy

    Overactive pelvic floor muscles may disrupt pressure management, potentially leading to symptoms such as bloating and constipation.1 By enhancing the strength and coordination of these muscles, pelvic floor physical therapy can reduce symptoms like...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Iris Xu
    • Category: Blog
  2. cesarean section early recovery exercises

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

    a day while you are still moving less than usual. Tummy Massage to Reduce Gas and Increase Motility Many experience constipation after birth and cesarean section due to pain medications and general trauma to the area. A tummy massage will stimulate...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  3. Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy after Cesarean Section

    Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy after Cesarean Sectionhttps://feminapt.com/blog/pelvic-floor-physical-therapy-after-cesarean-section

    touch or see Feeling “flabby” in the abdominal muscles Urinary problems (frequency, urgency, leakage) Bowel problems (constipation, pain with bowel movements) Low back pain Pelvic pain Hip pain Poor posture Weakness of the core muscles Pain with sex A...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  4. Body Mechanics and Posture for Prolapse Management

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

    deep breathing exercise as outlined above. Allow yourself time. Don’t rush. Don’t strain. Other Toileting Tips: Avoid Constipation. Read our blog post on constipation for more info. Don’t ignore urges to use your bladder or bowel. Taking the time to...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  5. What Your Bowel Movements Say About Your Health

    What Your Bowel Movements Say About Your Healthhttps://feminapt.com/blog/what-your-bowel-movements-say-about-your-health

    with pelvic floor dysfunction, pelvic pain, endometriosis, and prolapse have some trouble with their bowels - either constipation, straining, or diarrhea. These bowel-related issues can cause abdominal pain, painful bloating, rectal pain, and pelvic...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  6. Non-Hormonal Treatments for GSM

    Management of Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause | Non-Hormonal Treatments for GSMhttps://feminapt.com/blog/management-of-genitourinary-syndrome-of-menopause-non-hormonal-treatments-for-gsm

    can lead to leakage. Bowel Issues The research is inconclusive as to whether or not menopause directly causes or worsens constipation, diarrhea, and Irritable Bowl Syndrome (IBS). However it is clear that stress tension, and anxiety all affect bowel...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  7. image depicting discomfort caused by Abdominal Phrenic Dyssynergia

    Abdominal Phrenic Dyssynergia and how Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Helphttps://feminapt.com/diagnoses/abdominal-phrenic-dyssynergia

    with changes in diet nor exercise Distended belly that does not resolve with changes in diet nor exercise Abdominal pain Constipation Often presents with pelvic floor dyssynergia (read more about dyssynergia in my previous blog post) Constipation Pelvic...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: What We Treat
  8. Woman with cat Photo by Maria Lupan on Unsplash

    September is Healthy Aging Month | Menopause and How it Affects Your Genitalshttps://feminapt.com/blog/september-is-healthy-aging-month-menopause-and-how-it-affects-your-genitals

    orthopedic dysfunction, vulvodynia, pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, and bowel issues including chronic constipation and IBS. An existing pelvic floor issue with some menopause sprinkled on top can contribute to aggravation of symptoms and...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  9. Pelvic Floor Muscles Don’t Always Benefit From Kegels

    Well and Good | Your Pelvic Floor Muscles Don’t Always Benefit From Kegelshttps://feminapt.com/media-content/well-and-good/well-and-good-your-pelvic-floor-muscles-don-t-always-benefit-from-kegels

    of a hypertonic pelvic floor include chronic pelvic pain, vulvar burning or itching, painful intercourse or orgasm, constipation or urinary urgency, and frequency with or without bladder pain—all of which could worsen with repeated Kegels. When...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Well and Good
  10. Incontinence During Pregnancy | Image Courtesy of DexSwaggerBoy via Unsplash

    Incontinence During Pregnancy & Postpartum | Postpartum Recovery Series - Part 4https://feminapt.com/blog/incontinence-during-pregnancy-postpartum-recovery-series-pt-4

    pregnancy more load is placed on the pelvic floor muscles causing the pelvic floor muscles to become weaker.3 Also constipation, which is commonly seen in pregnancy, puts an additional load on the pelvic floor.4 Furthermore, the pelvic floor has...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
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What Our Patients Say About Their Journey

Kim M., Pelvic Pain

I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for me. I could not have reached my goals without you. You gave me the courage to keep moving forward no matter how anxious I felt. You were always there to answer questions and make everything so much easier than I expected it to be.

Testimonial by A.W., age 32

I wanted to let you know that my pelvic floor held strong and gave me no trouble whatsoever in my trail race this morning (12 miles)! In a way, I felt like I ran better than ever because my core feels so rock solid from all the exercises you have me doing. That was especially valuable on the technical downhill - I just flew down the trail because I had confidence in my balance and form. Thank you for helping me get back to doing what I love. -- A.W., age 32 (completed...

Testimonial by Carolina J.

I had tried Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy before (with another PT) and I had a really bad (painful) experience. A friend of mine and fellow patient, told me about Heather, Laureen and Femina PT (née Fusion Wellness & Physical Therapy) and I decided to try again. I am so happy I did! Femina PT have, literally, changed my life. I was able to do again things I couldn't do for over 10 years!! Their bedside manners are impeccable, their knowledge and understanding make me...

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