Your lady parts are bothering you. Whether it’s urinary incontinence issues, pain during sex or other issues, strengthening your core muscles will help with these problems and others. Here’s how. Pelvic floor muscles The muscles in your pelvic floor are very important. They form the “hammock” that supports and holds in the organs in the […]
Neglected Muscles of the Core: The Connection Between the Diaphragm and the Pelvic Floor
You have probably heard of the importance of having a strong core to keep your spine, pelvis, and hips stable during movement. Something that a lot of people do not know is that the “core” includes more than abdominal and back muscles. The core is more like an abdominal canister with a top, a bottom, […]
DRAM – Diastasis of the Rectus Abdominis Muscle
Have you noticed that you’ve been having back pain and a bulge in the middle of your belly? Maybe some other symptoms too? Wonder what is going on? It could be DRAM. It is a common condition affecting women during and after pregnancy (50-100%). However, the condition is common in both genders due to aging, […]
Treatments For Pelvic Floor Problems
You have problems with incontinence and your doctor said that it is problems with your pelvic floor musculature. He or she suggests physical therapy before any surgery or medication. You like the idea of trying that before something more drastic, but wonder, what does pelvic floor physical therapy entail? Pelvic floor physical therapy starts off […]
