Taking Ownership of your Pelvic Health
It's Wellness Wednesday! Mary Caltrider sits down with Dr. Brooke Kalisiak about tips you can use for postpartum recovery. Continue Reading
Date posted03/22/2023
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It was suddenly evident to Me, but even if it isn’t…
My physical therapy interest was first triggered when I was injured as a competitive swimmer in middle school, it sparked when I attended graduate school at Thomas Jefferson University, and it skyrocketed when I got involved with the APTA Academy of Pelvic Health as a 2nd-year DPT student. Continue Reading
Postedby Amanda Clarke PT
Date posted03/15/2023
A Beginner’s Insight into Pelvic Health
My experience at the APTA Pelvic Health level 1 (PH1) webinar and in-person lab were both extremely valuable learning opportunities. The most notable positive experience from the level 1 coursework was the educators and presenters. Continue Reading
Postedby Morgan Martinez
Date posted03/10/2023
The Missing Link in the Treatment of Patients with Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune inflammatory disease where the immune system causes demyelination of the central nervous system. MS is x 3 more common in women and is usually diagnosed between the ages of 20-50 years old. Continue Reading
Postedby Raquelle Genevieve Hafen
Date posted03/6/2023
Hyperemesis Gravidadum: Pelvic Floor Implications
There is a small percentage of the pregnant population who experience severe nausea and vomiting. These individuals may be diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidadum and commonly experience dehydration, weight loss, and vitamin and mineral deficiencies. Continue Reading
Postedby Dionne G. Middlebrooks
Date posted03/2/2023
5 Reasons Why You Should Refer All Pregnant Clients to a Pelvic Health Physical Therapist
Approximately ⅓ of vaginal births result in some form of injury to the levator ani muscle and having a cesarean birth does not prevent urinary incontinence or prolapse... Continue Reading
Date posted03/1/2023
General Bowel Health
The goal is to have a bowel movement in a regular pattern. This will vary for everyone. It is normal to have a bowel movement anywhere from 3 per week to 3 per day. The stool (poop) should be soft yet well-formed. It should pass easily without pain. The tips below can help you have regular and easy Continue Reading
Date posted03/1/2023
Tips for Improving Urge Urinary Incontinence
Urinary urgency happens when the bladder squeezes when it is not supposed to. This can cause urine leakage or urge urinary incontinence. Urgency can occur for many reasons... Continue Reading
Date posted03/1/2023
Women's Running: Who Runs the World? Women.
“It is definitely a journey. The body changes during pregnancy and delivery, and the rehabilitation happens over the course of months and years, not weeks,” she says. “Pace yourself and prioritize your short-term versus long-term goals.” Continue Reading
Date posted02/28/2023
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for MS: Help for Bladder, Bowel, and Sexual Function
If you experience pain or dysfunction in your pelvic region because of MS, targeted exercises and other therapies may help you reduce symptoms and regain control. Continue Reading
Date posted02/17/2023
Membership Letter Regarding the Position Statement on the Use of Chaperones
The Academy is providing the following information in a question-and-answer format to provide clarity on the position statement development process, address legal and financial concerns, and provide the future outlook for position statement development. Continue Reading
Postedby Heather Michele Jeffcoat
Date posted02/10/2023
“An Unexpected Journey” My Path to Pelvic Health, Pregnancy, and Postpartum Physical Therapy
Unlike many of my DPT classmates, I was never athletic in my younger years. I participated in many sports as a child, but never excelled and was usually on the bench for games. Continue Reading
Postedby Audrey Brown
Date posted02/7/2023