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 Pelvic Floor
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 Women's Health

Understanding Cesarean Section Recovery: What to Expect After the Procedure

To start, congratulations, mama! Preparing for your baby’s arrival takes a lot of planning and preparation, ranging from registry lists to getting their room ready. Have you been told by your doctor, or elected to have a C-section? We’re here to help you answer some of the questions rolling through your brain.  What is a Cesarean Section (C-Section)? A cesarean...
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 Low Back
 Pregnancy & Postpartum
 Women's Health

Sciatica During Pregnancy

Are you expecting a bundle of joy and experiencing the notorious sciatica pain? Let’s delve into the world of sciatica during pregnancy and explore what causes it. Buckle up, because there’s a lot you can do to tackle this discomfort! What is Sciatica During Pregnancy? Sciatica during pregnancy is a sharp, shooting pain that radiates down the leg. It occurs...
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 Pregnancy & Postpartum
 Women's Health

Promoting Optimal Healing: Physical Therapy Techniques for C-Section Management

Having a baby is an exciting time for families, but recovery following the delivery can be really challenging for moms regardless if they had a vaginal or cesarean birth. Many moms don’t have a follow up appointment until 6 weeks postpartum which can take a toll on the body while they are learning to care for a newborn. Many women...
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 Pelvic Floor
 Women's Health

Physical Therapy for Urinary Incontinence

What is Urinary Incontinence? Urinary incontinence is an involuntary loss of urine from the bladder and can happen to anyone across the lifespan including young athletes, during pregnancy/postpartum, and as an older adult. Stress incontinence is when there is bladder leakage due to an increase in intra-abdominal pressure such as cough, sneeze, laugh, heavy deadlifting or catching a heavy clean....
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 Pregnancy & Postpartum
 Women's Health

Tailbone Pain During Pregnancy

Tailbone pain during pregnancy is common, but that doesn’t mean it’s normal! In fact, many women experience tailbone pain during pregnancy due to the many expected changes that the female body goes through.  Tailbone pain typically occurs due to the changes the tailbone experiences as the uterus grows to make room for the baby and potential postural changes. For some,...
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 Diastasis
 Pregnancy & Postpartum
 Women's Health

Diastasis Recti? A sign you need to get stronger.

Diastasis recti (DRA) is a common condition that affects many women, especially during and after pregnancy. It is a thinning of the connective tissue between the rectus abdominis muscles (6-pack muscles), which can lead to a bulging belly and other uncomfortable symptoms. Fortunately, diastasis recti can be treated with the right exercises and lifestyle changes. In this blog post, we...
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 Female Athlete
 Pregnancy & Postpartum
 Women's Health

Understanding Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy

Pelvic pain can be a common complaint during most females’ pregnancy experiences. Around 45% of pregnant females will experience pelvic pain at some point in their pregnancy! When it comes to managing discomfort, it is important to understand what structures may be behind the symptoms and more importantly what exercises and habits can be implemented to find relief. We hope...
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 Pregnancy & Postpartum
 Women's Health

Top 5 Exercises for Back Pain During Pregnancy

Struggling with back pain during your pregnancy? You are not alone. Learn the five best exercises for back pain during pregnancy! 50-80% of women deal with low back pain during pregnancy (1). Unfortunately, many are dismissed and told it is just part of being pregnant. But that’s not true! There is a lot you can do to help prevent, manage,...
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 Female Athlete
 Pregnancy & Postpartum
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 Women's Health

Top 5 Causes of Pain During Pregnancy

Congratulations! You are pregnant, growing a tiny human that you can soon share with the world. And while many may make it seem like sunshine and rainbows, the reality is that your body is going through some pretty massive changes that affect how you feel and function. For many women, those changes come with pain. In this article, we will...