Pelvic Floor Health & Actively Aging
News & Resources
Pelvic Health Resources in Seattle, Washington. As we age, our bodies begin to change. We become more susceptible to injury and illness, and this can greatly affect our day-to-day activities. As a Physical Therapist specializing in active aging, I strive to help my patients stay healthy while they tackle their daily challenges. Here you’ll find helpful resources, news, and tips about actively aging, as well as tips on pelvic floor health and videos to help you get the most out of your physical therapy sessions.
10 Unexpected Ways to Care for Your Pelvic Floor
When was the last time you spared a thought for your pelvic floor? While this group of muscles rarely gets the attention it deserves, its role in your overall health is critical. Supporting everything from your bladder to your rectum and even playing a part in sexual...
Even Olympic Athletes Need Pelvic Floor Therapy
Athletes are using pelvic floor therapy to improve performance and prevent injury. In the world of elite athletics, every advantage counts. From advanced training techniques to specialized diets, athletes go to great lengths to optimize their performance and...
10 Unexpected Ways to Care for Your Pelvic Floor
When was the last time you spared a thought for your pelvic floor? While this group of muscles rarely gets the attention it deserves, its role in your overall health is critical. Supporting everything from your bladder to your rectum and even playing a part in sexual...
Even Olympic Athletes Need Pelvic Floor Therapy
Athletes are using pelvic floor therapy to improve performance and prevent injury. In the world of elite athletics, every advantage counts. From advanced training techniques to specialized diets, athletes go to great lengths to optimize their performance and...
Pelvic Floor Therapy Questions? We’ve Got Answers!
Introduction to Pelvic Floor Therapy You've heard about pelvic floor therapy but you have a lot of questions. You aren't quite sure what it entails or how it could benefit you? You're not alone. Many people, from new mothers and athletes to active seniors, can greatly...
What to Expect at a Pelvic Floor Therapy Appointment
Pelvic floor therapy (PFT) has been gaining traction as an essential component of health, particularly among postpartum moms and individuals dealing with pelvic floor issues, but what exactly can you expect at your first pelvic floor therapy appointment? This...
Navigating Perimenopause with Pelvic Floor Therapy
Navigating perimenopause, the transition toward menopause, is a stage in a woman's life that can bring many physical and emotional changes. Often accompanied by symptoms such as hot flashes, irregular periods, and sleep disturbances, perimenopause can also deeply...
Men’s Pelvic Floor Therapy: Key to Enhanced Health
Today's modern man has become skilled at navigating life. Enjoying full and well-balanced relationships, fitness, and work, he has come to expect consistent, proactive, and thoughtful healthcare. Men's pelvic floor health is KEY to maintaining overall fitness! Certain...
Is It Ever Too Late to Receive Postpartum Pelvic Floor Care?
The journey of motherhood is a profound and transformative experience, yet it often leaves women grappling with changes in their bodies that they may not have anticipated. One crucial aspect of postpartum health that is frequently overlooked is pelvic floor care. This...
Navigating Through Menopause: Understanding Hormones and Actively Aging
Today, we're shedding light on a topic close to my heart and to the heart of many women we work with – navigating through menopause, its impact on hormonal balance, the pelvic floor, and overall health while actively aging. Understanding Menopause Menopause is a...
Pelvic Floor Therapy: A Postpartum Game Changer
Becoming a mother is a monumental event in a woman's life, filled with joy, challenges, and significant physical changes. Among these changes, pelvic floor weakness is a common issue that many new mothers face, often leaving them with discomfort, incontinence, or pain...
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Can Help With Endometriosis
Living with endometriosis can be a daily struggle, impacting every aspect of life, from physical comfort to emotional wellbeing. This chronic condition, characterized by the growth of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus, can cause severe pain and interfere with...