As defined by the American Urological Association (AUA) is an unpleasant sensation, meaning any discomfort, pain, or pressure, that is perceived to be associated with the urinary bladder, also presented with lower urinary tract symptoms lasting more than 6 weeks in the absence of identifiable causes. Truths about IC: There... read more →
Oct
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Oct
06
On October 6th 2021, over 75 countries will commemorate World Cerebral Palsy Day. Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder of childhood, affecting approximately 1 in 345 children. Although the impact of CP varies, it typically causes the muscles in the body to be too tight or too... read more →
Jul
26
Anyone who has experienced vulvar pain knows it can be an uncomfortable, distressing feeling. And although it might seem like you’re the only one experiencing such pain, vulvar pain is common and often very much treatable. This week, we will look at the most common vulvar pain causes and symptoms... read more →
Jul
12
Endometriosis is an often painful chronic condition that affects many individuals worldwide regardless of age or gender identity. In fact, it is so common that it is estimated to affect up to 10% of the population in the United States alone. That’s a lot of people! Despite how common endometriosis... read more →
Jun
28
Experiencing pain during sex can be a devastating condition for many women. The inability to enjoy a physical connection with their partner can leave a person with deep emotional pain alongside their physical pain. If you have experienced any of the symptoms associated with painful sex, it’s important to remember... read more →
Jun
14
At some point, many people will have experienced some form of pain in their pelvic and abdominal regions. Some estimates suggest up to 20% of the population in the United States will face some kind of pelvic pain in their lifetime. If you’ve wondered why we spend so much time... read more →
May
17
While we treat many different issues in pelvic therapy involving the urinary, GI, and reproductive systems, the majority of our patients come to us with some type of pain. Many of them have had pain for an extended period of time, and often no one has been able to help... read more →
May
10
What Is Urinary Urgency and Frequency? Do you feel like you need to pee all the time, or that you have a 'small bladder'? Do you sometimes get sudden, strong urges to urinate and have trouble making it to the bathroom in time? These are common symptoms of urinary frequency... read more →
May
10
Stress Urinary Incontinence Are you experiencing leaking of urine with coughing, sneezing, laughing, or high-impact activity? You are likely dealing with Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI). SUI is one of the most common concerns that brings people to our practice. For many, SUI results in avoidance of certain activities that cause... read more →
May
10
If you've ever been curious about what to expect from Pelvic Floor Therapy, you've come to the right place! Here are a few of the most commonly heard questions from our patients to help you know what to expect. What should I wear to my first pelvic floor therapy visit?... read more →