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9 Best Pelvic Floor Exercises for Stress Incontinence

If you have stress urinary incontinence — aka you pee a little (or a lot) when you sneeze, cough, jump, or otherwise experience an increase in pressure inside your abdomen — you know that even small leaks can be a big deal. Stress incontinence impacts everything from your social life and sexual health to your mood and productivity at work. That's why it's better to treat leaks sooner, rather than later.Pelvic floor physical therapy is a recommended treatment option for stress urinary incontinenc...
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What You Need To Know About The 4th Trimester

With so much to cover and so little time to spend with each patient, it’s impossible for OBGYNs to go over every detail of delivery and beyond. Inevitably, essential tips on how to take care of your body are rushed through or left out altogether. According to research, a prime example of this is how little information you’re likely to get about your pelvic floor. After vaginal delivery, pelvic floor problems like bladder and stool leakage, pelvic organ prolapse (vaginal heaviness), and vulvar or...
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Beyond Bikini Medicine: Women’s MSK Health Differences

Musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders don’t discriminate. They can impact anyone — and cause significant pain and disability, regardless of a person's biological sex. But as discussed in the previous blog in this series, research shows that people assigned female at birth (AFAB) face disproportionately higher risks of developing MSK conditions, experience greater pain and dysfunction, and are often dismissed or undertreated for their symptoms when compared to those assigned male at birth. It’s these d...
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Beyond Bikini Medicine: Why Women's Health PT is Full-Body PT

There’s little question that women and people assigned female at birth (AFAB) need specialized care for musculoskeletal issues that impact their breast and pelvic health — the anatomical and functional differences between the sexes are obvious to everyone, with or without a medical degree.But what about MSK care for the rest of the body? In large part, our current medical system continues to take an outdated, “bikini medicine” approach to musculoskeletal care, in which all female body parts not...
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GLP-1 Constipation Relief: Pelvic Physical Therapy Help

GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic and Wegovy are changing the game when it comes to diabetes and weight management. Researchers are also exploring their potential benefits for things like smoking cessation, substance use disorders, and even polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), widening their impact far beyond diabetes and obesity.But despite all of the promise, GLP-1 medications often come with frustrating gastrointestinal (GI) side effects. For many, constipation is one of the most stubborn and...
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Hair Loss Due to Menopause: What to Do About It - GoodRx

There’s no doubt that hair changes with age. Those silvery gray strands can be hard to ignore! But if it seems like menopause is changing your hair in other ways, too — like maybe it’s thinning or becoming brittle and dry — you aren’t just imagining it. As you enter menopause, your hair can change in several ways. Menopause can lead to hair loss and hair thinning, and it can even change the appearance of your strands.Keep reading to learn how menopause causes hair loss and what you can do to hel...
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How Your Pelvic Floor Can Mimic Vaginal Health Issues

Bladder urgency and burning when you pee? Probably a UTI. Itching or irritation around the vulva? Must be a yeast infection. Those symptoms are usually pretty clear-cut — until they’re not. If you’ve been dealing with burning, itching, constant trips to the bathroom, or pain that feels exactly like an infection — but your tests are all normal and your vaginal microbiome looks perfectly healthy — it’s easy to feel confused and stuck.The cause might not be your vagina at all. It could be your pelv...
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What to Expect After Fibroid Removal Surgery: A Week-by-Week Guide

Uterine fibroids are a type of non-cancerous growths made of smooth muscle tissue that develop on or within the uterus. They’re incredibly common — 80% of people with a uterus will have fibroids by age 50. While some fibroids cause no symptoms, others can lead to heavy periods, pelvic pain, pain during sex, and even fertility challenges.When symptoms become severe, surgery may be the best option. A hysterectomy removes the entire uterus, and may give you longer-lasting relief from symptoms, but...
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Painful Sex? Chronic UTI? It Could Be Your Pelvic Floor | Wisp

Think you might benefit from pelvic floor therapy? We're partnering with Origin to make it more accessible than ever to consult with a pelvic floor specialist! Use code WISP30 for $30 off your first visit at Origin for expert care for pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and sexual health.
Most people are still figuring out where their pelvic floor is and what, exactly, it does. So if you know anything about this group of muscles that sit at the base of your pelvis and play a major role in bladder,...
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Can You Lose Muscle When You’re Sick? Yes, Here’s Why - GoodRx

Have you ever noticed how hard it feels to build muscle and feel strong — and how easy it feels to lose muscle when you skip a few days at the gym? This feeling that you have to either “use it or lose it” seems especially true when you’re sick and are forced to take a break from the gym. But are you actually losing muscle when you’re sick? Or, does it just take longer for your strength to recover once your symptoms are gone? Muscle loss (also known as muscle atrophy) is quite common when you’re...
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How to Relieve Diaphragm Pain During Pregnancy

Breathing is usually effortless. We breathe in, breathe out — sometimes faster, sometimes slower — and it all just seems to happen automatically. But that isn't always the case during pregnancy, when it can feel like your baby is squeezing the air out of your lungs.This is because your diaphragm — the main muscle that helps control breathing — is significantly impacted during pregnancy. As your uterus expands in through each trimester, it can put pressure on the muscle, causing pain and discomfo...
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The Outsized Impact of MSK Issues on Women's Quality of Life

Musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders don't just cause physical pain. They can significantly impact a person's quality of life, mental health, and ability to function at work and in their personal lives. And as with many aspects of women's health, the effects of MSK conditions are not experienced equally between the sexes. Research shows that women and people assigned female at birth (AFAB) often face more severe consequences from MSK disorders, experiencing disproportionate levels of disability, emot...
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Retinol vs. Retinoid: Which One Should You Use? - GoodRx

The term “retinol” is practically synonymous with antiaging skin care. With so many beneficial effects on the skin, it’s easy to understand why so many people are eager to make this powerful skin care ingredient part of their daily routine. But when it comes to retinoids, the number of products in the skin care aisle can be overwhelming. How do you know which retinoid is best for you and your skin concerns? Keep reading, and we’ll break down the differences between retinol and retinoids. Retinoi...
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Kegel Balls for Women: Expert Answers to All Your Questions

Usually, when you're looking to build muscle, the best thing to do is add some resistance, like dumbbells or resistance bands. This creates a type of stress that helps your muscles grow in both size and strength. Is the same true for the pelvic floor muscles though — do you need to add resistance with something like a Kegel ball for optimal pelvic health?The answer, like many things when it comes to women's and pelvic health, isn't straightforward. While Kegel balls can certainly be beneficial f...
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Postpartum Rib Pain? Here Are 10 Possible Causes

Ah, the joys of postpartum life — baby snuggles, diaper changes, and... rib pain? Just when you thought your body was going to take a break from throwing curveballs, along comes postpartum rib pain to give you something else to worry about.Unfortunately, postpartum rib pain is more common than you might think, and it can range from a mild irritation to a real pain in the... well, ribs. The good news is you don't have to suffer with rib pain postpartum. Because let's face it, you've got enough on...
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Pulled Back Muscle Treatment: Relieve Pain and Promote Healing - GoodRx

You bend over to take out the trash, and boom. You feel a sudden pain and spasm in your back. You’ve likely pulled a back muscle, and you may be hobbling around for a few days.  Pulled muscles usually happen when you push your muscles too hard — or stretch them too far — during a certain activity or exercise. While most pulled back muscles can heal on their own with some rest, there are things you can do to help manage your pain and speed up your recovery.A pulled back muscle, also known as a mu...
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How to Relieve Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy: 8 Expert Strategies

Whether it’s a dull ache or a sharp twinge, pelvic pain during pregnancy is both extremely common and extremely uncomfortable. Studies show that up to 70% of pregnant individuals will experience some form of pelvic pain. Just because it happens frequently doesn’t mean that you have to grin and bear it. For the full rundown on pelvic pain during pregnancy, check our Expert Guide to Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy. Currently in pain and looking for fast relief? Keep reading for eight helpful strategi...
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Skin Benefits of Witch Hazel: Is This Natural Ingredient Good for Skin? - GoodRx

Witch hazel is an ancient plant that has been used for centuries and is still used in many skin care products today. Witch hazel has many skin benefits. It can help treat a variety of minor skin issues. But what’s in witch hazel that makes it useful? Keep reading to learn about the skin benefits of witch hazel and how to make it part of your skin care regimen.Hamamelis virginiana — more commonly known as witch hazel — is a small shrub with bright yellow flowers. Extract from the twigs, leaves, a...
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How to Relieve Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy: 8 Expert Strategies

Whether it’s a dull ache or a sharp twinge, pelvic pain during pregnancy is both extremely common and extremely uncomfortable. Studies show that up to 70% of pregnant individuals will experience some form of pelvic pain. Just because it happens frequently doesn’t mean that you have to grin and bear it. For the full rundown on pelvic pain during pregnancy, check our Expert Guide to Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy. Currently in pain and looking for fast relief? Keep reading for eight helpful strategi...
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An Expert Guide to Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy

With all of the changes that happen to your body during pregnancy, things are bound to get uncomfortable, especially in your third trimester. As your baby bump gets bigger (and bigger, and even bigger), it’s nearly guaranteed that you'll struggle to get up the stairs, tie your shoes, or extract yourself from a deep-seated sofa. But while discomfort may be par for the course, one thing that's never normal is pain.Unfortunately, aches and pains are so common during pregnancy that when pelvic pain...
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Ozempic and PCOS: What Are the Benefits and Risks? - GoodRx

Ozempic (semaglutide) is an injectable medication that’s FDA approved to treat Type 2 diabetes. It helps to lower blood sugar, reduces the risk of heart and kidney disease, and promotes weight loss.  Currently Ozempic is FDA approved for treating only Type 2 diabetes. But other possible uses for Ozempic are being researched — including treating polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a chronic condition that affects up to 13% of people with ovaries. PCOS causes symptoms like weight gain and in...
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Relax Your Pelvic Floor: Expert PT Guide & Pelvic Health Tips

When you hear the words "pelvic floor exercise," you probably instantly think of kegels. But when you have pelvic floor muscle tightness (find out the 10 signs to look for), kegels can often make your symptoms worse. More often, it is helpful to focus on exercises that relax your pelvic floor muscles by encouraging movement, blood flow, and calming your nervous system.Pelvic floor tightness, also known as a hypertonic pelvic floor, occurs when the muscles at the bottom of your pelvis become over...
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Postpartum Foot Pain Explained

You've probably heard of "mom butt" — the changes that can occur to your backside after having a baby. But have you heard of "mom feet"?While many folks expect their bodies to change during pregnancy, few anticipate the lasting impact it can have on their feet. Not only is it common to experience changes in the size and shape of your feet during pregnancy, but these changes can persist postpartum — sometimes permanently — and put you at risk for more aches and pains in your lower legs and feet.J...
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How Long Does Mastectomy Recovery Take? Here’s What to Expect - GoodRx

More than 100,000 women in the U.S. have a mastectomy every year. During a mastectomy, breast tissue is removed. A mastectomy is usually performed to treat breast cancer. In some cases, it may be done preventively in people with a very high risk of developing breast cancer.  Mastectomies can be life-saving, but they can raise a lot of emotions and questions about what to expect after the surgery. If you and your family know what to expect after mastectomy, recovery can feel a lot less intimidati...
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