So you’ve signed up to see a pelvic therapist. You’ve read the website, scoured the internet and feel ready (sort of) for your first visit. You are prepared for the frank talk about your bathroom habits and even for the talk about whether you have pain during sex. You know there will be a pelvic […]
Read MoreLots of women we know as patients and friends talk about bladder leakage. It’s become so popular to talk about that it’s even considered normal in some circles. To quote a friend, ‘What’s a little pee among friends?’ In her world, leaking with exercise is a common occurrence and something to manage rather than treat. […]
Read MoreThe Final Push to the New Year December is the season of celebrations and holiday parties, and we’re nearing the home stretch with the New Year in sight. It’s probably no accident that December is also Constipation Awareness Month. Most of us have enjoyed more than our share of heavy holiday food, and may have […]
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You do WHAT? We’re pelvic physical therapists. We treat people with a range of pelvic problems, including bowel and bladder issues, painful intercourse and pelvic pain. Like PTs in other settings, we help our patients resume their daily (or nightly) activities as quickly as possible. What makes us a little different from other physical therapists is […]
Read MoreBuns of steel? OK, admit it. Some of us out there want strong hips and a toned backside. And despite the ads that suggest that walking in special sneakers can get the job done, the truth is that we have to put in some effort. Many of our patients ask us how to get in […]
Read MoreMove over Strongman competition. There’s a new title in town. Roll a tire? Child’s play. Pull an 18-wheeler? No problem. Lift a 14 kilogram kettle bell with your vagina? Yup. It’s true. There is someone on record as having the World’s Strongest Vagina. If you haven’t come across this yet, you may see for yourself […]
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Last Saturday I woke up to a mountain of laundry looking for a home and the realization that there were still some remnants of the holiday season ready to be stored until next November. Equally important was a list of several other tasks waiting to be completed- some fun, some tedious, and all necessary. I […]
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What a year! Emily and I are still pinching ourselves now that things are in full swing at our home away from home (also known as our baby, our business, our dream come true). As I sat down this morning to reflect on 2012, I smiled as I read the words printed on my coffee […]
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