Urinary incontinence (UI) is an incredibly common condition, with an estimated 33 million Americans suffering from UI. Often when conditions are common, we tend to associate them with being normal or expected. For example, we work with countless postpartum individuals Read More …
Category: Postpartum
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 …
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 …
Urinary Incontinence Doubles Risk Of Postpartum Depression
Women with urinary incontinence after giving birth are almost twice as likely to develop postpartum depression as those without incontinence, according to a new study led by Wendy Sword, a professor in McMaster University’s School of Nursing. Click here to 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 …
Kegel Exercises: A How to Guide for Women
Kegel exercises strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, which support the uterus, bladder and bowel. You can do Kegel exercises discreetly just about anytime, whether you’re driving in your car, sitting at your desk or relaxing on the couch. You can Read More …