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Vulvodynia
Today’s topic is an important one. Ok, true, I think all pelvic floor topics are important, but this one has a special place in my pelvic-floor-loving heart. The topic? Vulvodynia. Read more
Opening the Pelvis During Birth
Typically when we see birth scenes in tv shows and movies, the person is on their back and screaming. The birth process looks scary and out of control. Seeing a pelvic health occupational or physical therapy that is educated in birth preparation before you give birth can give you the information you need for a… Read more
Pediatric Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR) 101
Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is a fairly common finding in infants and young children in which urine flows the wrong direction up towards the bladder. While VUR can vary in severity and cause, it is always important to set good habits at home and know how best to monitor and respond to symptoms when they appear. Read more
Pelvic Health Book Recommendations
Ok, so this is a fun one! We’re going to start a running list of all of the books we recommend to our own patients (and friends and family and neighbors and random people on the seat next to us… If there’s one thing pelvic health providers love talking about, it’s a good pelvic health… Read more
Dyssynergic Defecation: When the Gates Close at the Wrong Time
The topic of today’s post is a form of constipation that I find particularly important: dyssynergic defecation. Important because it is far more common than many realize (studies suggest that dyssynergic defecation accounts for a quarter or more of constipation cases and is likely underdiagnosed), affects persons of all ages, and requires intervention from a… Read more
Identifying Functional Constipation
While constipation is a common and serious problem affecting our wellbeing, conversations surrounding constipation often remain inadequate to put it mildly. Knowing where to begin in resolving constipation and keeping bowels regular going forward can feel confusing and overwhelming. To get started, it’s important to know what constipation actually looks like and how to identify… Read more
Constipation and Bladder Leaks
While it may seem a bit confusing at first, one of the most common reasons why kids experience bladder leaks (aka urinary incontinence or enuresis) is because of constipation. Read more
Occupational Therapy’s Role in Pelvic Health
Pelvic floor therapy fits seamlessly into all things occupational therapy. This niche area of practice addresses the fundamental aspects of daily living, particularly toileting, sexual function and intimacy, and addressing overall quality of life. According to the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework (OTPF-4), activities like sexual intimacy and toileting are considered Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).… Read more
Cores and Pelvic Floors: Strengthening for Kids to Reduce Leaks
One of the best ways of helping your kiddo address their urinary or bowel leaks is to target core strength. When we talk about the “core”, we are referencing four muscle groups: the pelvic floor, back muscles, the diaphragm, and abdominal muscles. These four groups work together to build and control pressure in the abdomen… Read more
The Admittedly Confusing World of Prostatitis and the Pelvic Floor
One of the consequences of not talking about pelvic health as a key component of broader men’s health, is delayed seeking of care and a higher risk of overlooking treatable conditions. For chronic pelvic pain issues, the search for a diagnosis and helpful treatment plan can be confusing to put it mildly. It can be… Read more