By Michiko Caringal, MScPT, MHsc in Bioethics, Registered Physiotherapist There is so much talk about “patient empowerment” in healthcare, but WHY does this matter in pelvic health physiotherapy? Pelvic health physiotherapy is a private and intimate form of rehabilitation. It…
By Heather Marra, PT, PRPC, PCES Recognizing Tension in the Body You hunch your shoulders without realizing, clenching up throughout the day until you finally stretch, roll, or relax them and think, Oh wow—I didn’t even realize how tight I…
By Chelsea Anjeski, Pelvic Health Physical Therapist According to the American Cancer Society, 1 in 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime and, currently, there are 4 million women with a history…
Most people have heard of Kegel exercises. Fewer could tell you what they actually do, and even fewer know that Kegels are only half the story (for both women and men!). Pelvic floor health sits at a strange intersection of…
By The Bravella Health Team Pelvic health is a vital but often overlooked aspect of women’s well-being. The pelvic floor undergoes significant changes across a woman’s life, particularly from the postpartum period through menopause. These transitions can bring challenges like…
By Marnie Glavin, Founder & CEO Pelvic Health Support At Pelvic Health Support, we’re passionate about connecting you with trusted, evidence-based products that make a real difference. Meet this year’s eight products thoughtfully curated to bring more ease and comfort…
By Lara Desrosiers, MSc, OT A few months ago, I went to see a new healthcare provider to talk about some changes I’ve noticed in my energy. Early in the visit, I was asked if I had any weight-related goals.…
By Keri Martin Vrbanac, Pelvic PT Levator Ani Syndrome is a deep, dull, aching pressure that can be felt in the rectum or the sacrum and coccyx and can spread throughout the pelvic floor. It can last for long periods…
By Liz Frey, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist BSc, BHPE, MSc, MSc (PT), FCAMPT, AFCI Disorders and dysfunction related to female pelvic health, including pelvic pain, incontinence, prolapse, pain with intercourse, and vaginal infections are incredibly common, affecting up to 50% of…
By Dr. Sonali Patel, PT, DPT, LPF-CT All about Kegels As a physical therapist working in pelvic health, I notice a shift away from placing too much emphasis on Kegels. Overall, this shift is a positive and important one. It…
By Angelique Montano-Bresolin, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Pelvic floor health has a critical role in the well-being of individuals of all genders and ages. Over the last decade, there has been a significant increase in the awareness of pelvic health conditions…
Desert Harvest, a wellness brand that has long championed women’s health, is once again making waves with their latest launch: Lunation Leak-Proof Underwear. Desert Harvest has been a trusted name in women’s health since 1993, providing scientifically researched Aloe Vera…
By Keri Martin Vrbanac, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Your palms start to sweat…your stomach feels uneasy…you are tired, but you cannot sleep…there is a pounding in your head…you have chest pain…sex drive is gone…you have pain and tightness in your muscles.…
By Caitlyn Tivy, PT, DPT, OCS The pelvic floor is having a moment. From women’s health influencers on social media to celebrities recovering from childbirth, it seems like everywhere you look, someone is talking about their pelvic health or their…
By Dr. Christine Matheson, ND I have my osteopathic practitioner to thank for teaching me many years ago about the surprising interconnection between jaw and pelvic health. When trying to resolve concerns in the pelvis, an osteopath will often treat…
By Dr. Christine Matheson, ND Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted virus in the world. 80% of women will get at least one type of HPV at some point in their lifetime. Often, the immune system successfully…
By Dr. Christine Matheson, ND When I discovered the Arvigo®Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy (ATMAT) and started witnessing its benefits personally and in my women’s pelvic-health-focused practice, I was surprised more women weren’t aware of the value of this unique…
By Dr. Natalia Ochalski, PT, DPT, PRPC, PCES What do you consider to be “taboo?” Although there are certainly some things that may fall into this category, seeking compassionate care and support for pelvic pain, incontinence, constipation and gender-affirming modalities…
By Aliya Dhalla, Pelvic Health PT, Educator & Coach One thing is for certain: stress is a fact of life. Stress itself is simply a reaction to something challenging, difficult, or dangerous. If you’ve ever wondered why your neck is…
By Danielle Santora, PT, DPT, OCS As a child and an adolescent, if you were to ask me what I wanted to be when I grew up, I would have most definitely replied by saying a professional student. Seriously. I…
By Nisha Patel, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist The piece of advice that my clients find most surprising in my practice revolves around a fundamental principle: before we strengthen your pelvic floor, we focus on lengthening it. In fact, strengthening might not…
Living with vaginal pelvic floor issues can be a challenging journey, often affecting your physical and emotional well-being. However, there are various tools and techniques available to help manage vaginal muscle tightening and improve your quality of life. One such…
By Julie Sarton, PT, DPT, WCS Scope of the Problem Painful sex is more common than you think. Studies indicate anywhere from 25-60% of women will experience sexual pain at some point in their life. (Trahan 2019). Painful sex (also…
By Keri Martin Vrbanac, Pelvic PT When we think of the pelvic floor, our most immediate thoughts go the pelvic floor muscles and although they are a VERY important part of our pelvic health, there are several other significantly important…
By Aliya Dhalla, Pelvic Health PT, Educator & Coach A recent study of over 25,000 women revealed that 32% of them experienced at least one pelvic floor disorder. Issues like incontinence, strong urges, and prolapse are so very common yet…
By Claire Delcambre, Pelvic Health PT What is Hypermobility? Are you exceptionally “bendy” or “double jointed”? Can you touch your toes with ease, or do a back bend in a yoga class without a thought? Maybe you grew up dancing,…
By Jeanette Brown, Core/Pelvic Floor Specialist When dealing with pelvic floor issues, we only focus on the area where we’re feeling the discomfort. Did you know how you stand, move and sit has a huge impact on your pelvic floor…
By Julia Rosenthal, Pelvic Health Physical Therapist People suffering from pelvic pain are often told to avoid strength training to help alleviate a wide range of symptoms like pelvic pain, prolapse, incontinence, constipation and more. This messaging fosters an increased…
By Pooja Patel and Nisha Patel, Pelvic Health Physiotherapists What if we told you that you regularly talk about your pelvic floor without realizing you are? We all have that group of muscles within our pelvis that support us daily…
By Trista Zinn, Founder, Coreset Fitness/Director & Owner, Hypopressives Canada Correcting ones posture has a significant impact on all things related to our respiratory function, core and pelvic health. We can’t talk about posture without mentioning our core. The relationship…
By Amanda Olson DPT, PRPC Vaginal dilators, also referred to as trainers, are a helpful tool to train both the body and the brain to tolerate pain free penetration. For vagina owners with scar tissue, adhesions, post-cancer vaginal stenosis, vaginal atrophy…
By Shelly Prosko PT, C-IAYT, CPI What is PhysioYoga? An approach to rehabilitation that combines evidence informed physiotherapy and yoga therapy, resulting in a holistic or biopsychosocial approach to your rehabilitation experience. Physiotherapy is a well-respected healthcare profession that uses…
By Shelly Prosko, PT, Yoga therapist, Pioneer of PhysioYoga Mindfulness practices are gaining popularity and even appear to be quite trendy these days. Perhaps it is because we know, and have experienced, that there is tremendous value in being present…
