Common questions answered about Diastasis Recti (DRA)
Written By: Dr. Shraddha Wagh PT, DPT, PCES Are my abs split in two or torn due to my diastasis from pregnancy? — NO! Diastasis recti (DRA) can occur due to increased…
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How Your Breathing Can Affect Pelvic Muscles While Running
Is Running Good or Bad for your Pelvic Floor? Running is a popular form of exercise globally, with millions of people participating in it regularly. It is neither good nor bad for…
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A Strategy for Active Self-Traction of Your Spine for Improved Back Pain and Hip Mobility
In our June issue of the newsletter, we posted about the upper extremity spinal decompression (decompression using your arms) for self-traction of the spine. Here is another version of self-traction that is…
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Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy: Benefits for Men and Women
The pelvic floor, consisting of multiple muscles, ligaments, and fascia, is a complex anatomical structure with multiple important roles, especially in reproductive and excretory function. Due to its complexity, injury or malfunction…
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Empowering Your Total Knee Replacement (TKR) Journey with Home Exercises
As you prepare for your upcoming Total Knee Replacement (TKR) surgery, we're here to support you every step of the way. Today, we're excited to share some exercises that you can do…
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Pressure Management
What is Pressure Management? Pressure management refers to the pressure in our body- specifically in our abdomen- and how it changes in response to activity. Pressure includes all movement exerted on the…
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