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Women's Health constipation, pelvic floor, pelvic organ prolapse, postpartum, pregnancy
What is pelvic organ prolapse and how do I know if I have it?Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is the descent
Vestibular balance, vertigo, Vestibular
Clear vision relies on seamless communication between the vestibular organ (in your inner ear) and your eyes. This allows your
Vestibular balance, vertigo, Vestibular
Clear vision relies on seamless communication between the vestibular organ (in your inner ear) and your eyes. This allows your
Arm Injuries exercise, rotator cuff tear, shoulder pain, strength training
Rotator cuff tears are commonly found in both painful and pain free individuals and often are found in equal prevalence
shoulder pain exercise, exercise prescription, impingement, injection, shoulder pain
Patients often receive exercise handouts from physicians when initially presenting with musculoskeletal pain. The idea behind the handout makes sense
Back Injuries exercise, hip strengthening, low back pain, strength training
Low back pain is a common condition best treated by Physical Therapists due to their unique ability to effectively provide
climbing rock climbing, shoulder pain, shoulder strength, sports injuries
Normal movement at the shoulder is distributed between motion at the shoulder (glenohumeral) joint and movement of the scapula. Although
Vestibular balance, Vestibular
Many of us suffer from some degree of motion sickness. This can be triggered by large motions such as sitting
Women's Health delivery, pelvic health, pregnancy
As a pelvic health physical therapist who works with individuals during pregnancy I am often asked, “What is the best
Vestibular BPPV, vertigo, Vestibular
Are you or someone you know experiencing vertigo? Vertigo is the sensation of the room spinning around you, or the sensation
climbing rock climbing, sports injuries, sports performance
Most climbers are aware of the importance of finger flexor strength. But how strong are your finger EXTENSORS?Finger extensors are
Back Injuries disc injury, imaging, low back pain, lumbar disc injury
In previous blogs we have discussed the limitations of imaging, including MRI, for musculoskeletal conditions including low back pain. The
general physical therapy aging, older adults, sacropenia, strength training
The negative effects of aging on the body’s muscular system are well established and contributes to increased disease risk, sedentary
Pelvic Health incontinece, male pelvic health, pelvic floor, pelvic health, prostatectomy
A radical prostatectomy is a common treatment option for prostate cancer in which the prostate is surgically removed. It is
climbing brain health, health benefits, mental health, rock climbing
The benefits of physical activity are well documented. Regular exercise has been shown to improve both mental and physical health.
Sports Performance disease risk, health benefits, heart disease, running
Running remains one of the most popular outdoor activities in Boulder where participants can take advantage of the acres of
Running Injuries foam rolling, IT band syndrome, running, running injuries
In previous blogs we have discussed the lack of evidence for the utilization of foam rolling on the IT band.
Pelvic Health constipation, pelvic floor, pelvic health, yoga
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a condition that is thought to be prevalent in up to 9-23% of the world’s
Back Injuries chronic pain, exercise, low back pain, strength training
Low back pain remains one of the constants in life, but thankfully is easily treated with Physical Therapy interventions including
Women's Health pelvic health, postpartum fitness, pregnancy, running
The 6-week postpartum doctor’s visit is when women are often “cleared” for activity and are often advised to start slowly
general physical therapy exercise, strength training, weight training
In our previous blog we discussed the best body weight exercises for the gluteus maximus. In this blog we will
general physical therapy exercise, strength training, strengthening
The gluteus maximus muscle, found directly under the back pocket of your jeans, is key muscle group for both vertical
Pelvic Health male pelvic health, pelvic floor, pelvic floor strengthening, pelvic health, sexual health
Pelvic floor muscles play an important role in sexual function for both men and women as they help increase and