physical therapy

30 05, 2019

Using Creativity to Heal

2019-06-06T09:19:49-04:00

How a young stroke survivor overcame an extreme challenge and reclaimed her life

Hi, I’m Abbie. You may have seen me blissfully flowing from Mountain Pose to Shavasana in Dustienne’s yoga video series thanks to her gentle guidance. It’s nice to meet you! I’m thrilled to share a story that […]

Using Creativity to Heal2019-06-06T09:19:49-04:00
7 05, 2019

Pelvic Pain and the Nervous System

2019-06-29T15:19:04-04:00

Flight, fright, or freeze. You may have heard that phrase to describe what happens when our nervous system perceives a threat.

That makes sense when it’s something that can do you harm: a car that doesn’t see you in the crosswalk or a rattlesnake on the trail.

But did you know that […]

Pelvic Pain and the Nervous System2019-06-29T15:19:04-04:00
4 08, 2018

Diastasis Rectus Abdominis (DRA): Exploring Safe Exercises

2019-09-13T08:50:31-04:00

You may have heard of diastasis rectus abdominis (DRA) because it has been getting a lot of press in the past couple of years. In fact, the Today Show highlighted it in a special Modern Motherhood video: “What Really Happens to Your Pelvic Floor:” […]

Diastasis Rectus Abdominis (DRA): Exploring Safe Exercises2019-09-13T08:50:31-04:00
4 08, 2018

Pelvic Organ Prolapse: What It Is and How to Manage It

2018-08-06T19:05:16-04:00

Your gynecologist or urogynecologist diagnosed you with pelvic organ prolapse. What does this mean?

Pelvic organ prolapse is defined by Haylen et al. as “the descent of one or more of the anterior vaginal wall, posterior vaginal wall, the uterus (cervix), or the apex of the vagina (vaginal vault […]

Pelvic Organ Prolapse: What It Is and How to Manage It2018-08-06T19:05:16-04:00
27 06, 2018

Mindfulness While Using Dilators for Vulvodynia

2019-05-26T23:39:45-04:00

Have you been diagnosed with vulvodynia or vaginismus? Have you noticed your pelvic floor muscles are overactive and have a difficult time letting go and might also be painful? Did your pelvic floor physical therapist recommended using vaginal dilators to decrease vulvar pain? Did your doctor recommend dilators […]

Mindfulness While Using Dilators for Vulvodynia2019-05-26T23:39:45-04:00
27 03, 2018

Mad Props: Modified Downward Facing Dog

2023-09-10T14:11:49-04:00

By Dr Sarah Talley

I’ve always struggled a bit with poses that require flexibility in the shoulders and hips. I muscled through yoga postures like any other workout and hoped for the best.

Downward Facing Dog was particularly difficult, and I did the best version I could while still keeping up with […]

Mad Props: Modified Downward Facing Dog2023-09-10T14:11:49-04:00
21 02, 2018

Be Your Own Health Advocate

2018-03-30T11:23:35-04:00

When I met fellow physical therapist Andrea Wood, PT, PRPC, she was preparing herself for a hip surgery that entailed a long road to recovery. Using her experience as an example, Andrea talks about how to be your own health advocate and a participant rather than a spectator in your health.


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Be Your Own Health Advocate2018-03-30T11:23:35-04:00
13 01, 2018

Relieving Pelvic Pain

2018-11-08T07:13:08-05:00

Pelvic pain affects 25% of women and 11% of men. Often, those who are experiencing pain feel more alone than the statistics reveal because pelvic pain is not as readily spoken about as other parts of the body, like the back or hip.

Pelvic pain can disrupt bowel, bladder, digestive, and […]

Relieving Pelvic Pain2018-11-08T07:13:08-05:00

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