We are thrilled to have Dr. Giselle Roedel, DPT join the PWC team. Giselle joins our practice with over 20 years experience in the specialty of pelvic physical therapy. She offers a broad range of experience to deliver exceptional, individualized Read More …
Category: Pelvic Prolapse
Welcome Bonnie Bahler, DPT, and Natalie Folkert, DPT!
These two fantastic pelvic physical therapists joined our team this year. The year 2020 has been a year of uncertainly and change, and with this, growth. We are fortunate this year to all be doing what we love- practicing pelvic Read More …
Pelvic Floor Yoga Workshop in Salem!
Pelvic Floor Yoga Workshop Saturday February 28th at Indigo Wellness Center 1-4:00 p.m. Your instructor, Judy Abel, PT will educate you about the pelvis, common pelvic dysfunctions and will teach valuable skills through yoga poses (asanas) that can improve circulation, stabilize and help build stamina of Read More …
Yoga for the Pelvic Floor Series Starts Jan. 22, 2015
The next Yoga for the Pelvic Floor Series starts Thursday, January 23rd at 7:00 p.m. taught by our own PT, Judy Abel. The series runs for five consecutive weeks and will be informative about the anatomy and issues of the Read More …
How Physical Therapy Can Help
Many gynecologists refer patients suffering from pelvic pain to physical therapists who specialize in the pelvic region. Recent research has shown how essential pelvic physical therapy can be in treating problems, such as vulvodynia and dyspareunia, that cause pelvic pain. Read More …
Shannon’s Podcast on KMUZ in Salem
One of our physical therapists, Shannon was interviewed by radio host Melanie Zermer from KMUZ on November 27, 2012 about our pelvic floor physical therapy programs here at Pelvic Wellness Center. Click Here to here the full broadcast. The focus Read More …
Pelvic Floor Anatomy Explained-Video
For all of you out there dealing with incontinence, pelvic pain, or have children with bowel and/or bladder issues, including bedwetting (enuresis) check out this informative video that explains the anatomy of the pelvis. Pelvic floor physical therapy is an Read More …
You Don’t Have to Live With Vaginal Pain
Vaginal discomfort and pain are common occurrences, affecting millions of women and interfering with their quality of life. Often times, women don’t speak up, and if they do, are commonly told nothing can be done. There are, however, many treatment Read More …
Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Pelvic Organs Given The Slip By The Protein Fibulin-5
Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a disabling condition that affects almost 50% of women over the age of 50. It occurs when the muscles and ligaments supporting a woman’s pelvic organs weaken such that the pelvic organs slip out of Read More …
5 Excuses Women Use For Not Exercising Their Pelvic Floor Muscles
Many women know that strong pelvic muscles are vital for long-term physical, sexual and emotional health, yet they still don’t exercise them. There are five common excuses women use for not doing their pelvic floor (kegel) exercises, and five solutions! Read More …