Pelvic floor physiotherapy, also known as pelvic health physiotherapy, is a specialized therapeutic approach focused on strengthening and improving the function of the pelvic floor
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles and tissues located at the base of your pelvis. These muscles play a crucial role in supporting
Dive into 10 reasons Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy could Improve Your Quality of Life
Introduction Pregnancy is an exciting time for pregnant women, bringing significant changes to their bodies, including their pelvic floor health. The pelvic floor plays a
About 16% of adults have symptoms of constipation and that increases to 33% of adults, age 60 and above, but pelvic PT can help! (1)
The Postpartum Care Dream Team Includes a Physical Therapist! Whether you gave birth vaginally or had a c-section, every birthing human could benefit from a
Introduction If you are experiencing discomfort or weakness in the pelvic area, you are not alone. Many people face these challenges but often overlook an
Introduction The topic of pelvic floor massage often gets overlooked, yet it holds immense benefits for people suffering from various health conditions. This article
Ah, posture. It’s something we have all been told to pay attention to and possibly “fix”, but it can seem daunting as most of us
Running can be a tiring sport, but it’s even more frustrating when you’re constantly battling pain and discomfort every time you are on the pavement.
Did you know every one in three women suffers from some sort of pelvic issue? The intense pain and weakness from these disorders can potentially
Periods and Leaking The recent rainy weather here in Fort Collins (I’m not complaining – my tulips are out in full force) and the onset
It can be confusing to know the difference between leaking vaginal discharge and urine, especially if the dampness you feel is not preceded by the
Have you heard of a pessary? Do you have feelings of pressure and heaviness in the vagina at the end of the day or when
What should I know about a Vaginal Delivery After Cesarean Section? Are you a mama that had a cesarean section but is now looking into
Rest Isn’t Always The Answer Sustaining an injury can be a frustrating experience, especially when the recommended course of action involves nothing more than rest
It’s normal for these things to change on a daily basis: How fast you feel How strong you feel How confident you feel How resilient
I get this question a lot… “What’s the best way to warm up for runners?” It depends! You don’t NEED to “warm up” before you
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Getting to know your own anatomy and feeling comfortable discussing what is normal and not normal is an important part of addressing pelvic floor dysfunction.
Many hikers find themselves entering the warmer months with big ambitions but little to no fitness. Hiking fitness is very important and not only greatly
Static stretching is the most common form of stretching that I see misused. It seems like it’s been ingrained into the minds of all active
MythBusters! Pelvic Floor Edition- Part 1 Have you recently been scrolling on social media while “sittervising” your kids at Twin Silos or Spring Creek Canyon
What Is Dry Needling? What We Already Know: If you’ve heard someone talk about “needling” or “dry needling,” you may be curious about what it
Ultrarunners are used to going long and slow. That’s exactly what most people are doing during ultras anyway. When it comes to training specificity, that’s
As a healthcare professional, I recently had a patient named Anna* who came to me for a pelvic floor evaluation. Anna is a 50-year-old woman
So you’ve been given the direction to STOP RUNNING by your Doctor… Many of us runners have been so frustrated by an injury, we eventually
People make it seem like common sense that there are inherently “good” and “bad” ways to do exercises. I frequently hear things like … “squatting
Do you have a “tight” pelvic floor? So, you’ve been doing research on the internet and have diagnosed yourself with an “overactive” or “hypertonic” or
With years of experience as a physical therapist working with injured runners, it is clear to me that we are not all getting the same
This has been a hot topic since Ironman partnered with Aleve, which is an NSAID, or “non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.” This is big news due to
Are you a new mom that’s recently postpartum and looking to get back into running? Well first of all, go back and check out
Strength training has so many benefits to athletes and overall health in general. Although a common mistake is when intensity isn’t high enough to yield
In this episode of the Making Strides Podcast AJ and Adam talk to Brad Wells. He studied atmospheric science at CSU and works in meteorology.
Prevent leaking while you sneeze with this easy trick! The “Knack” is a Knack! Knack /nak/ noun: an acquired or natural skill at performing a
The Never Summer 100k is Northern Colorado’s most scenic and rugged trail race, located near Cameron Pass, less than two hours from Fort Collins. It covers approximately
