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Rectocele (Posterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse): Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

A rectocele is a type of pelvic organ prolapse that happens when your rectum drops down from its usual position, and presses forward into the backside of your vagina. While it's more common than many people realize, it's also very treatable. Pelvic floor physical therapy is usually the first step toward feeling better.When that wall weakens or stretches (from things like childbirth, aging, or chronic straining), the rectum can bulge forward into your vagina, creating a rectocele. This may cause...
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Still Bloated with IBS? Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Might Be Why

So what happens when you’ve tried all the diet changes, probiotics, and medications that your healthcare team (or TikTok) recommended and you’re still struggling with bloating? You may want to consider pelvic floor dysfunction. Here’s why.But bloating is actually quite tricky to treat. Some people feel better after adjusting their diet or finding medications that help them have more regular bowel movements. Others have bloating that sticks around no matter what they try. And IBS doesn’t just aff...
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Anal Fissures: Causes, Symptoms, and How Pelvic Floor PT Can Help

Most of the time, fissures heal on their own with a few small changes to your daily habits. But if yours doesn’t, or if it keeps coming back, pelvic floor physical therapy can be a highly effective and often overlooked treatment option.That combination of pain and bleeding can feel scary. But most of the time, the cause is something common and treatable like an anal fissure. Fissures are especially common if you’re dealing with constipation, high stress, pelvic floor tension, or even medications...
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34+ Symptoms of Menopause: Perimenopause & Postmenopausal Checklist

The reality is that there aren’t just 34 symptoms of menopause. There can be dozens, they vary from person to person, change over time, and don’t always show up all at once. So, as you read through the list of symptoms below, it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Many of these symptoms are common but under-discussed. And while menopause can feel isolating, knowledgeable healthcare providers and evidence-based supports can help you make sense of what’s happening in your body.A “34 Sym...
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Living with uterine fibroids: Symptoms, Causes of Heavy Bleeding, and Treatment

There’s a lot that can be said about both the progress made and persistent challenges faced in women’s health. But one big step forward has been the growing attention of uterine fibroids in mainstream media and public conversation.For example, high-profile personal stories (with celebrities like Linsey Davis and Lupita Nyong’o), health reporting on things like fibroids and cardiovascular risks, public-broadcast segments on awareness gaps, and awareness campaigns, have given fibroids some well-de...
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Hysterectomy Prep Guide: What to Expect & How to Prepare for Surgery

When you start prehab before a hysterectomy can depend on your goals, but in general:Before surgery, a pelvic PT can work with you to build pelvic floor coordination, practice pressure management strategies, prepare for changes in bladder or bowel habits, and learn how to move in the early days to protect healing. And it’s important that this support continues after surgery. Pelvic PT after a hysterectomy can help your recovery feel more comfortable and give you tools for long-term pelvic health...
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Do You Really Have to Do Pelvic Floor Exercises Forever? What Science Says

For as popular as pelvic floor health has become, Kegels sure don’t feel glamorous…day in…day out… They’re repetitive, easy to forget, and usually fall to the bottom of your to-do list when you’re balancing work, family, and life.So if you’ve finished pelvic floor physical therapy (PFPT) and are wondering whether you have to keep up the exercises forever, you’re not alone.The short answer is that your pelvic floor, like any other muscle group, stays healthier when you keep exercising it. But tha...
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High-Protein Seeds: A Comparison of Your Healthiest Options - GoodRx

When you think of high-protein plant-based foods, nuts and beans probably come to mind first. But many seeds pack just as much protein, along with plenty of fiber and healthy fats. And seeds are easy to add to all kinds of meals and snacks — from smoothies to oatmeal to cooked grains and more.Not sure which seed to try? Here are seven high-protein seeds worth getting to know.1. Hemp seedsHemp seeds (also called hemp hearts) come from the Cannabis sativa plant — the same species as marijuana. But...
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12 High-Protein Snacks for on the Go - GoodRx

If you have a busy schedule, you probably snack on the go. For many people, that’s unavoidable. The challenge is finding snacks that are both portable and nutritious. Many prepackaged, "convenience" snacks are high in calories, sodium, sugar, and/or unhealthy fats. But there are plenty of protein-rich foods that can fuel you up and fill you up, especially when you combine them with other important nutrients like fiber, vitamins, and healthy fats. With just a little planning (and some experimenta...
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Zepbound and Pregnancy: Risks, Breastfeeding, and More - GoodRx

Zepbound (tirzepatide) is an injectable medication that’s FDA approved for chronic weight management and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) treatment in certain adults. As more people begin using it, questions about Zepbound and pregnancy are becoming more and more common. If you’re planning on becoming pregnant, it’s natural to wonder how this medication may impact you and your developing baby.Here’s what the research shows so far, and what experts are recommending when it comes to Zepbound in pregn...
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Ozempic (Semaglutide) for PCOS: Pelvic Health Guide

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) doesn’t just affect your hormones and metabolism. It can also change how your pelvic floor feels and functions. Symptoms like irregular periods, weight changes, pelvic or sexual pain, or bladder and bowel issues can make everyday life a whole lot more challenging. Pelvic health physical therapy can help you stay active, reduce pain, and feel more comfortable while managing this complex condition.While pelvic floor therapy addresses the musculoskeletal and pelvic...
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Latchkey Incontinence: How to Calm an Overactive Bladder

Let’s be real, there’s never a good time to have a bladder leak. Urinary incontinence is always inconvenient. At mile 3 of your 4-mile run? Irritating. Out of the blue during sex? Mortifying. While you’re laughing so hard at your best friend’s joke that tears roll down your face? OK, maybe that one was worth it for the mood boost…But if your bladder suddenly seizes every single time you reach your driveway and slide your key into the lock, that inconvenience takes on a whole new level.If this so...
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Why Am I Not Losing Weight on Ozempic? - GoodRx

Ozempic (semaglutide) is an injectable medication that’s FDA approved to treat Type 2 diabetes and lower the risk of serious heart and kidney disease. Ozempic is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist. These medications slow digestion, improve blood sugar, and control appetite. Many people experience weight loss as a side effect while taking Ozempic. Unlike Wegovy (another form of semaglutide), Ozempic isn’t FDA approved for weight loss or weight management. So not everyone will lose...
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Why Am I Not Losing Weight on Ozempic? - GoodRx

Ozempic (semaglutide) is an injectable medication that’s FDA approved to treat Type 2 diabetes and lower the risk of serious heart and kidney disease. Ozempic is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist. These medications slow digestion, improve blood sugar, and control appetite. Many people experience weight loss as a side effect while taking Ozempic. Unlike Wegovy (another form of semaglutide), Ozempic isn’t FDA approved for weight loss or weight management. So not everyone will lose...
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5 Natural Remedies for Dizziness During Menopause - GoodRx

If menopause is causing you to feel dizzy, you’re not alone. Dizziness is a common menopause symptom.Whether it’s that woozy feeling like you just got off of the teacups ride or a lightheaded rush when you hop off the couch, dizziness can be quite frustrating. Not only can dizziness make you feel off-balance and nauseated, but it can increase your risk for falls. While dizziness during menopause doesn’t usually have one single fix, there are several  treatment options that you can make to help y...
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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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