October is National Physical Therapy Month, but PT isn’t just for things like knee injuries or shoulder pain (even though we treat those, too)! Meet our therapists who can help you with bowel issues, urinary problems, pregnancy, fertility, pelvic pain and birth prep:Dr. Megan Favorite snack: Reese’s peanut butter cups Hobby: crocheting Loves to treat: folks who lift weights or want to learn how, bladder conditions including ICDr. Makayla Favorite snack: lemon and Celtic sea salt Hobby: surviving pregnancy with a toddlerLoves to treat: pregnancy and postpartum Dr. Brandie Favorite snack: pumpkin seeds and OllipopHobby: hiking Loves to treat: pelvic pain, fertility issues, PTSD and nervous system dysregulation #physicaltherapymonth #pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy
😳“It’s like when he goes in, he hits a wall”As pelvic PT’s, we hear this every day. It’s not normal, and you could have a pelvic floor muscle spasm or a condition called vaginismus where the muscles around your v@gina reflexively close during penetration.Dilators (those increasing larger cylinders in the video) and pelvic PT to the rescue! With gentle, hands-on treatment and gradual stretching, we can help you use a tampon, have a Pap smear, and have intercourse without pain. At Connect, we provide all of our patients with @intimaterose products, including dilators and pelvic wands for free as part of their treatment.While pain with intimacy is common, it’s not normal. DM to start a conversation about how we can help. #cartersville #acworth #kennesaw #hiramga #dallasga #cobbcounty #cobbmoms #powdersprings #mariettaga #bartowcounty #pauldingcounty #pelvicpt #cedarcrest #pelvicfloorexercises #backpain #pelvicfloorproblems #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy #pelvicpain #vaginismus
Did you know that 32% of pregnant women experience hip pain, and 1 in 4 women over 50 have pain on the sides of their hips? While anyone can have hip pain, the hormonal and mechanical changes of pregnancy and menopause can make you more prone to issues. Optimizing your sleep position can help, but you may also need specific exercises and hands-on treatment to fully correct the problem. The pelvic floor is attached to your hips, so pelvic floor PT can get rid of your pain for good. DM us to learn more.Try this tip and let us know how it works for you! Sources: DOI: 10.1177/1759720X18812449DOI: 10.216/JBJS.RVW.23.00101
😓Pain with sitting? Tailbone pain? Always feel like you’re slouching? Try this and tell us how it goes! If you’ve had a tailbone injury or glute pain, it could be your pelvic floor- DM us or text/call (404)210-7774 to set up a free discovery call with one of our doctors of physical therapy.
✨Life-Changing Insights on Pelvic Health! with @clearlightbirth ✨ 💦We all have a mother, grandmother, and/or aunt with incontinence. And that leakage can so often begin once they had their children- many years ago before pelvic floor physical therapy was available.⏰ As pelvic floor therapists, we typically see amount and frequency of leakage worsen over time, so getting help early is crucial! Listen in for more empowering insights on the Mindful Womb Podcast and DM to set up a free discovery call with one of our doctors if physical therapy!#PelvicFloorTherapy #postpartumfitness #cartersville #acworth #kennesaw #hiramga #dallasga #cobbcounty #cobbmoms #powdersprings #mariettaga #bartowcounty #pauldingcounty #pelvicpt #cedarcrest #pelvicfloorexercises #pelvicfloorproblems #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy #pregnant #pregnancy
Fear of tearing during birth is one of the biggest concerns I hear from my pregnant patients!While all tears cannot be avoided, perineal massage can:💩 reduce the risk of 3rd and 4th degree tears 🔪 lower the need for episiotomies 🏎 speed up the second stage of labor 😃 improve wound healing and reduce perineal pain. Check the link in the comments below to get a free download of these directions sent to your inbox! Source: Antenatal perineal massage benefits in reducing perineal trauma and postpartum morbidities: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Int Urogynecol J. 2020#cartersville #acworth #kennesaw #hiramga #dallasga #cobbcounty #cobbmoms #powdersprings #mariettaga #bartowcounty #pauldingcounty #pelvicpt #cedarcrest #pelvicfloorexercises #backpain #pelvicfloorproblems #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy #birthplan #birthpreparation #pregnant #pregnancy
🗣️ Repeat after me: postpartum recovery is not a DIY project!🤗Our pelvic PT’s, Dr. Brandie and Dr. Makayla, are ready to help. 🛑 Stop guessing, googling, and suffering and start feeling like yourself again! DM or text us at 404-210-7774 to set up a free discovery call with one of our PT’s. #cartersville #acworth #kennesaw #hiramga #dallasga #cobbcounty #cobbmoms #powdersprings #mariettaga #bartowcounty #pauldingcounty #pelvicpt #cedarcrest #pelvicfloorexercises #backpain #pelvicfloorproblems #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy #birthplan #birthpreparation #pregnant #pregnancy #momlife #postpartum #postpartumbody
Does a pelvic PT pee one woods? This one does! I’d love to hear what you enjoy doing and how you navigate restroom breaks when there are no restrooms around! #cartersville #acworth #kennesaw #hiramga #dallasga #cobbcounty #cobbmoms #powdersprings #mariettaga #bartowcounty #pauldingcounty #pelvicpt #cedarcrest #pelvicfloorexercises #hiking #backpacking
Physical therapy can help patients with @ehlers.danlos and related issues like POTS. Check out Dr. Megan’s space and how she can help! You’re not alone, DM or text us at 404-210-7774 to start a conversation about how PT can help!#ehlersdanlossyndrome #ehlersdanlos #ehlersdanlossyndrome #posturaltachycardiasyndrome #potsie #hiramga #acworthgeorgia #acworth #cartersville #pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy #kennesaw
A session with a pelvic therapist is not like getting a Pap smear! There are no stirrups, speculums or rushed exams.If you’ve been afraid to get treatment because of past medical experiences, pelvic floor therapy is different AND we can actually solve the root of the issue.DM us to get started! #cartersville #acworth #kennesaw #hiramga #dallasga #cobbcounty #cobbmoms #powdersprings #mariettaga #bartowcounty #pauldingcounty #pelvicpt #cedarcrest #pelvicfloorexercises #backpain #pelvicfloorproblems #vaginismus #birthpreparation #pelvicpain
☀️Today started just like every other day for the past few years before heading to the office. 🥰If I’ve treated you, and it (hopefully 🤞)seemed like I’m full of love for others, joy at work, and a heartfelt desire to get you better, it’s because I am. That all starts with my morning routine… 🤩I’d love to hear how you start your day below ⬇️
😣 Whether it is with tampons, speculums and pap smears, or during intercourse, I see patients who have pain with penetration EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. 🫶If you are experiencing this issue, you are certainly not alone, even though it can feel that way. Pelvic floor floor muscle overactivity or tightness can be caused by:🪢 medical conditions like vaginismus🩹 scar tissue from birth🚨 physical or segsual trauma 👨⚕️ surgery (including c-sections!)😥 anxiety or stress 🫧 sucking in or butt clinching If you’re dealing with this, (especially if you’re pregnant and preparing for birth 🚩 🚩🚩🚩), pelvic PT can help. DM us to talk about how we can partner with you to resolve your pain! #cartersville #acworth #kennesaw #hiramga #dallasga #cobbcounty #cobbmoms #powdersprings #mariettaga #bartowcounty #pauldingcounty #pelvicpt #cedarcrest #pelvicfloorexercises #backpain #pelvicfloorproblems #vaginismus #birthpreparation
🎥 But that’s not how they have babies in movies!
🤷♀️When I have private sessions for birth prep with my patients, I hear this almost every time from the birthing person and/or their partner!
👋 So then we feel the pelvis and how it moves to really understand the “why” and “when” behind knees out versus knees in.
👶During delivery, the baby makes its way through different stations (vertical positions in the pelvis). When/if you have cervical checks during delivery, your provider can tell you your station along with dilation.
👶When the baby is at negative stations (higher in the pelvis), we can encourage baby to enter the pelvis more by opening our knees.
👶However, once baby has made its way to positive stations and is nearing the pelvic outlet through the vaginal opening, we can encourage softening and create more room by bringing our knees inward.
Try it and comment below with what you felt!
Our birth prep sessions can be done locally in-person or virtually worldwide. DM or text 404-210-7774 to learn more.
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