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Unveiling the silent symptoms, restoring vibrant health. Specialized in pelvic floor physical therapy in East Greenwich, Rhode Island !

11/02/2026

There are SO many misconceptions about the pelvic floor, and we hear these three all the time in the office!

One of the biggest things we want people to understand is that pelvic floor dysfunction doesn’t always mean your muscles are weak. Sometimes they’re too tight, sometimes they’re not coordinating properly, and sometimes it’s a combination of things.

And pelvic floor PT isn’t just for moms! We treat men and women with all kinds of symptoms that they often don’t even realize could be related to their pelvic floor.

If there’s one thing we want you to take away from this post, it’s that your pelvic floor is not one-size-fits-all. That’s why we spend so much time figuring out what’s actually going on before deciding what exercises or treatments are best for you.

Which of these myths have you heard before?

10/29/2026

More Kegels = a stronger pelvic floor, right? NOT necessarily!

Your pelvic floor muscles need to be able to contract, relax, AND coordinate properly. Just like any other muscle in your body, doing endless repetitions isn’t always the answer.

In fact, some people already have an overactive or tight pelvic floor, and adding more Kegels without addressing the underlying issue could actually make their symptoms worse!

And even if strengthening IS what you need, quality matters more than quantity!

This is why we always emphasize individualized pelvic floor assessments. What works for one person might not be what YOUR pelvic floor needs.

Moral of the story: Stop assuming more Kegels = better pelvic floor health!

Send this to your friend who’s been doing Kegels at every red light 😂

10/22/2026

Think you’ve mastered the plank? Think again! 💪🔥

Planks are SO much more than just an ab exercise! They’re a great way to build core strength, improve stability, and challenge your body’s ability to manage pressure, all of which play a role in pelvic floor function!

In this reel, Kristina is showing us different ways to progress your plank as your strength and stability improve! 🙌

✨ A few things to keep in mind:
💪 Focus on quality over how long you can hold the position.
💨 Keep breathing! Avoid holding your breath throughout the exercise.
🔥 Progress at your own pace. More challenging doesn’t always mean better!
💗 Your pelvic floor and core work together, so pay attention to symptoms like leaking, heaviness, or pressure as you progress.

Remember, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to core strengthening. The best exercise is one that challenges YOU at the right level!

📲 Save this reel for your next workout and share it with someone who loves a good core challenge!

10/19/2026

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“I just have a small bladder!”

“I have a really strong bladder!”

“I’ve had kids, so of course I leak a little!”

Sound familiar? 👀😂

We hear these phrases ALL the time at Rhode Island Pelvic Wellness! While these experiences are common, they don’t always mean what you think they do. Let’s break them down! 👇

💧 “I have a small bladder!”
If you’re constantly running to the bathroom, it doesn’t necessarily mean your bladder is small! Frequent urination can be related to bladder habits, increased bladder sensitivity, pelvic floor muscle tension, or even what you’re drinking. Your bladder may be capable of holding more than you think, and bladder retraining can help!

💪 “I have a strong bladder!”
Just because you CAN hold your p*e all day doesn’t mean you SHOULD! Regularly ignoring your body’s signals and delaying urination for extended periods can contribute to unhealthy bladder habits. A healthy bladder isn’t about holding it as long as possible. It’s about recognizing and responding to your body’s signals!

🤰 “I’ve had kids, so leaking is normal!”
Urinary leakage is incredibly common during pregnancy, postpartum, and as we age, but that doesn’t mean it’s something you have to live with! Leaking can be related to pelvic floor weakness, poor coordination, increased pressure, or other factors. Pelvic floor PT can help identify what’s contributing to your symptoms and work toward improving bladder control!

✨ The takeaway? COMMON doesn’t mean you have to ACCEPT it!

Your bladder and pelvic floor are more complex than you might think, and there’s so much we can do to help!

💗 Send this to someone who’s definitely said one of these phrases before! 👀😂

10/15/2026

One thing I wish more women knew: Pelvic floor PT is SO much more than just kegels. 🤍

Your pelvic floor isn’t meant to be tight all the time, and strengthening isn’t always the answer.

Pelvic floor physical therapy can help you learn how to:
✨ Relax and release tight muscles
✨ Coordinate your breathing and pelvic floor
✨ Improve core strength and stability
✨ Practice healthy bladder and bowel habits
✨ Strengthen pelvic stabilizers

Sometimes your pelvic floor may need strengthening, sometimes it needs relaxation, and sometimes it needs a little bit of both! Regardless, focusing only on the pelvic floor muscles and ignoring the surrounding muscle groups such as the core, hips and glutes isn’t going to get you anywhere. Your pelvic floor doesn’t work in isolation. Your breathing, surrounding muscle groups and everyday habits all play a role in how it functions.

The goal isn’t just a stronger pelvic floor. It’s a pelvic floor that works WITH your body. 🌻

10/08/2026

That “I have to go RIGHT NOW” feeling? Let’s talk about it. 👀

If you get a sudden, intense urge to p*e and sometimes leak before you make it to the bathroom, you may be experiencing urge urinary incontinence.

And sometimes, the habits we develop to avoid leaking, like rushing to the bathroom or constantly p*eing “just in case,” can actually reinforce the urgency cycle. 😳

Pelvic floor PT can help with bladder retraining, urge suppression strategies, breathing, pelvic floor coordination, and changing the habits that may be contributing to your symptoms.

Your bladder doesn’t always have to be the boss. 🤍

Save this for later and send it to the friend who always needs to know where the bathroom is. 😂

10/06/2026

Had such a fun morning talking all things pelvic floor at our Beyond the Baby Registry event this past weekend🤍

There is SO much we can do during pregnancy to help you better understand your pelvic floor, prepare for labor + delivery, and feel more confident heading into postpartum.

We talked about: ✨ perineal massage + preparing the tissues for birth ✨ diaphragmatic breathing + pelvic floor relaxation ✨ how to coordinate your pelvic floor during pushing ✨ labor positions + creating space through the pelvic outlet ✨ reducing the risk of perineal tearing ✨ those first few days of postpartum recovery ✨ returning to exercise after birth ✨ why we recommend pelvic floor PT during pregnancy AND postpartum

One of my favorite messages from the day: you don’t have to wait until something feels “wrong” to see a pelvic floor PT. We recommend checking in during your second or third trimester for individualized birth prep, and again around 6 weeks postpartum to assess how your body is recovering. 🤍

Such a great morning alongside Ella Moran, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, Kerry H + hot moms club helping local moms feel a little more prepared for everything that comes beyond the baby registry!

10/01/2026

Don’t wait until labor to learn how to push. 👀🤰🏼

There’s so much more to birth prep than doing Kegels!
During pregnancy, pelvic floor PT can help you practice relaxing and lengthening your pelvic floor, explore different labor and pushing positions, and learn how to coordinate your breath, abdominal pressure, and pelvic floor during pushing.

We can’t predict exactly how birth will go, but we CAN help you better understand your body and give you tools to feel more prepared when the time comes. 🤍

Birth prep is about options, confidence, and knowing how to work WITH your body.

Save this for your third trimester 🔖 and send it to your pregnant friend! 🤰🏼

09/28/2026

A tight pelvic floor can cause more symptoms than you might think. 👀*

Painful intimacy, constipation, difficulty starting your urine stream, pelvic pain, and urinary urgency can all be associated with a pelvic floor that has difficulty fully relaxing.

And here’s the important part: tight doesn’t necessarily mean strong. In fact, adding more Kegels to an already overactive pelvic floor may not be what your body needs.

Pelvic floor PT can help determine what YOUR pelvic floor is actually doing and whether treatment should focus on relaxation, coordination, strengthening, or a combination. 🤍

Because pelvic floor treatment is definitely not one-size-fits-all!

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East Greenwich, RI
02919

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http://Rhodeislandpelvicwellness.com/

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