Written by: Lisa English, PT, DPT, WCS – Nesin Pelvic Health Clinic Director I don’t often speak in absolutes, but I will say that physical therapy should be a part of a person’s cancer journey. The effects of cancer, and even more so the effects of cancer treatment, can negatively impact a person’s body. These effects… Read More
Written by: Meredith Taylor, PT, DPTWhether you are breastfeeding, bottle feeding, or pumping, check your posture! Improved posture can help decrease postpartum pain or discomfort in areas such as the shoulders, neck, pelvic floor, back, or hips. Here are 5 quick areas to self assess:Head and Neck PositionShoulder Position and Arm/Baby SupportMid Back and Rib… Read More
Written by: Lisa English, PT, DPT, WCS & Clinic Director Well maybe not everything you need to know about Nesin Pelvic Health, but this is definitely the most commonly asked questions I receive as the Clinic Director here! Give it a read and, of course, let us know your questions too! Q: What conditions do… Read More
Written by: Amanda Perry, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, CF-L1 Generally when people think of pelvic health physical therapy (if they even know about it at all), they generally think of older women with incontinence or postpartum women trying to get back to their pre-pregnancy activity. However, pelvic PT is so much more than that! … Read More
Written by: Nesin Pelvic Health November has us pelvic therapists reflecting on what we’re thankful for, specifically the products we’re thankful patients have available to them. Check out the featured products our therapists chose below!Squatty PottyLisa English, PT, DPT, WCS is thankful for squatty potties because it helps relax the pelvic muscles so going #2… Read More
Written by: Lisa English, PT, DPT You may have heard from your doctor, social media, or other organizations and friends that early detection of breast cancer can come from a self exam. If you are an overthinker, like me, there can be anxiety around making sure you are doing the right thing. There are even… Read More
Written by: Anna Harvey, PTA With September comes thoughts of fall: hot tea, pumpkins, football….and yoga? Yes! Because September is National Yoga month! We at Nesin Pelvic Health recognize the valuable role yoga plays in pelvic physical therapy and overall patient wellness and want to share that with you. And what better way to do… Read More
Written by: Dr. Meredith Taylor, PT, DPTAre you hot and bothered that your vulva or vaginal tissue is hot and bothered? There are many reasons for vulvar and vaginal skin irritation, scarring, or thin and fragile skin. Some examples are skin changes and/or vaginal atrophy associated with hormonal changes due to long term birth control… Read More
Written by: Dr. Lisa English, PT, DPT, WCS Planning a vacation? I know you can’t wait to get a little bit of time to yourself, and practice some self care! But don’t forget that continued self care to your pelvic floor! When you travel, more often than not there can be some significant changes to… Read More
Let’s take a look at a few ‘repeat offenders’ that can affect your chronic pain, and how you can help manage them! 1.SleepSleep is being recognized more as an essential component to pain management. Poor sleep quality can make perception of pain worse. Thankfully, good sleep quality can actually reduce pain experience! If your quality of… Read More
