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What is Intra-abdominal pressure and how does it contribute to Pelvic Organ...
Increased intra-abdominal pressure is a large contributor to pelvic organ prolapse and to worsening symptoms. When you see a pelvic floor physical therapist for pelvic organ prolapse, one of the...
View ArticleConstipation and Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Chronic constipation and frequent straining to have a bowel movement is a common complaint that goes hand in hand with pelvic organ prolapse. The constant straining and poor bowel habits can...
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Non-surgical approach to Pelvic Organ Prolapse
When you look at how to manage prolapse, one of the first things that you may hear from your doctor or find on the internet is surgery. But what if I told you that doesn’t need to be the first line of...
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Pelvic Pain in teens and young women: is hymenectomy the answer?
The hymen is a thin tissue that lines and sometimes covers the vaginal opening in females. This tissue varies in thickness, shape and elasticity between women. Having an opening in the hymen is...
View ArticleExercise and Leaks: Dispelling the myths
Do you leak urine with exercise? Many women limit their exercise due to leaking with running and jumping. They think that they need to do more “kegels” to strengthen their muscles more. They hold...
View ArticleAddressing Vaginal Dryness: what you need and what products are legit.
Many women have vaginal dryness with menopause, when they are breastfeeding, or with long term oral contraceptive use. There are a lot of products out there, claiming they can help. Let’s break down...
View ArticleOveractive Bladder: Management Strategies
Living with an overactive bladder (OAB) can significantly disrupt one’s quality of life. The constant urgency to urinate, frequent bathroom trips, and potential leakage can be not only physically...
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The Backside of Things…
We often see patients with anal pain, irritation, and itching. Many times, they will have seen their providers and been prescribed a medication for their symptoms and given a diagnosis of hemorrhoids...
View ArticleBladder Irritants and the symptoms they cause
When you eat or drink something that your bladder is sensitive to, it can cause irritation that can lead to bladder irritation. Symptoms of bladder irritation can include: Urgency: a sudden and...
View ArticleThe Next Step: navigating perimenopause and menopause
Menopause is a point in time. It is when you have stopped having a period for 12 months. The transition toward that moment in time can bring on a lot of symptoms, that can be pretty awful to deal...
View ArticleFoundational Concepts is Growing!
Foundational Concepts is expanding: on July 1, 2024 we opened our fifth clinic! There have been many physicians, providers and patients asking for a clinic in the eastern area of the KC metro, and we...
View ArticleSome simple exercises to help with urinary leakage
Urinary incontinence or the leaking of pee can be caused by various factors, including pregnancy, childbirth, aging, or different medical conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes. While this...
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Pelvic Girdle Pain in Pregnancy: Is a Belt right for me?
Pregnancy is an amazing journey that brings profound changes to a woman’s body. Alongside the joy and anticipation, many expecting mothers also experience discomfort, particularly in the pelvic...
View ArticlePelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Bladder Pain
Dealing with bladder pain can be a debilitating experience that significantly impacts daily life. Whether the pain stems from interstitial cystitis, urinary tract infections, or other pelvic floor...
View ArticlePersistent Pain: What is happening and how we can understand it.
Our Nervous system is an amazing network that generally keeps us in a balanced place. When you are in balance, your sense of touch, movement, temperature and general feeling of being safe and sound...
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Endometriosis & pelvic floor physical therapy
Endometriosis is a chronic and often debilitating condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside it, causing pain, inflammation, and a range of other symptoms. Managing this...
View ArticleMenopause and Frozen Shoulder
Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, presents as stiffness and pain in the shoulder joint. It typically progresses through three phases: freezing, frozen, and thawing. This condition can...
View ArticleEhlers-Danlos Syndrome: is weight lifting safe?
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a group of connective tissue disorders characterized by hypermobility, leading to joint hypermobility, joint dislocations, and increased risk of injuries. Managing EDS...
View ArticleInterstitial Cystitis: Painful bladder and pelvic floor physical therapy.
Interstitial cystitis (IC), also known as painful bladder syndrome, is a chronic condition characterized by bladder pain, urinary urgency, and frequent urination. While the exact cause of IC is still...
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