Endometriosis isn't just a medical condition; it's a journey filled with pain and discomfort for those experiencing it. It is a condition in which cells similar to the lining of the uterus, or endometrium, are on the outside of the uterus. The pain associated with endometriosis varies greatly, ranging from mild discomfort to debilitating agony that [...]
Discover the importance of self-care in demanding professions and how a pelvic floor physical therapist navigates the challenges of prioritizing personal well-being while caring for others. Dr. Cassidy Cutter, PT, DPT, RYT Exploring the Journey to Specializing in Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Many people wonder what inspires professionals to specialize in specific fields, [...]
Embarking on the journey towards a prostatectomy involves careful preparation to optimize health before surgery, expedite recovery, and minimize potential complications. From a pelvic physical therapy perspective, this comprehensive guide outlines key aspects to consider in the preoperative phase. By integrating these strategies, patients may enhance surgical outcomes, reduce postoperative complications, and improve their overall [...]
The International Pelvic Pain Society (IPPS) designated May as the official Pelvic Pain Awareness Month. What is chronic pelvic pain? According to the IPPS, “CPP is any pelvic pain that lasts for more than six months and occurs in the pelvis or lower abdomen. Sometimes the cause of the pain is not obvious. At other [...]
What does post-prostatectomy mean? Post-prostatectomy refers to the period after a surgical procedure called prostatectomy, which involves the removal of the prostate gland. The surgery is typically done to treat prostate cancer, but it can be done for other medical reasons involving the prostate. Depending on the complexity of the procedure, the patient's age, general [...]
Do you feel a heaviness or a dragging sensation in the vagina, or do you feel that something is dropping down or falling out? Is it worse after exercise or at the end of the day? If so, do not be afraid. This is not an uncommon problem among women, but it is something that [...]
“At this point in my life, beaming confidence is largely a matter of mind over bladder control” — Josh Stern Do you control your bladder or does your bladder control you? Do you avoid outings when there is limited access to a bathroom? Do you have severe urges to urinate and have difficulty [...]
Pain. I couldn’t explain it. It hurt when I pee; I had swelling down there; it hurt to be intimate with my husband. Normally a very social person, my life revolved around doctors appointments that told me the same thing: nothing was wrong with me. Was I crazy? Was this pain just in my head? [...]
Before I see my new patient for the first time - I suspect that they are feeling quite anxious or nervous of visiting with a Women’s/Men’s Health Therapist for the first time. I know that my role is to ease their mind during the intake process which includes going over their intake form and the [...]
Support Dry Needling by PTs in AZ. Dry Needling is a safe and effective therapeutic intervention that has been used by PTs in AZ for over 30 years. http://www.moveforwardpt.com/Radio/Detail/dry-needling-what-it-is--who-helps
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