Tag: abdominal pain

Underreported Pregnancy Related Lumbopelvic Pain (aka PLPP)

Underreported Pregnancy Related Lumbopelvic Pain (aka PLPP)

Underreported Pregnancy Related Lumbopelvic Pain: A common condition that most healthcare providers are missing and how physical therapy can help Being pregnant comes with lots of changes to an expecting mother’s body. Hormonal and physical changes to the body, as well as vascular and neural factors can cause pregnancy-related lumbopelvic pain (PLPP). About 63% of […]

Treating Bloating and Abdominal Distension: a Multi-Disciplinary Team

Treating Bloating and Abdominal Distension: a Multi-Disciplinary Team

Why a Multi-Disciplinary Team is Best for Treating Bloating and Abdominal Distension Bloating, abdominal distension, loose stools, constipation, abdominal or pelvic pain, fatigue, brain fog, weakness, nutritional deficiencies… these symptoms may be caused by a variety of gastrointestinal or pelvic conditions. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, this article is a good place […]

Condoms May Help Reduce Risk for Recurrent Pelvic Inflammatory Disease and Chronic Pelvic Pain

Condoms May Help Reduce Risk for Recurrent Pelvic Inflammatory Disease and Chronic Pelvic Pain

Happy National Condom Week! Are you suffering from recurrent pelvic inflammatory disease and/or chronic pelvic pain? Condoms may help reduce the risk. Condoms are an effective barrier method of contraception (82% effective, according to the CDC) and reduce the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) including HIV, gonorrhea, and Chlamydia. There are other benefits. Regular condom […]