When you hear the words pelvic floor, you might think it only applies to women, or maybe you’ve never thought about it at all. But here’s the truth: Everyone with a pelvis has a pelvic floor, and that includes those with penises! And when they’re not functioning well, it can show up in surprising and frustrating […]
Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) sounds intimidating — and it certainly can feel that way, especially when you first hear the diagnosis or start Googling symptoms. But here’s the truth: Prolapse is treatable!! And in many cases, pelvic floor therapy is the first — and best — place to start, not surgery. Let’s break it down. What Is Prolapse? Pelvic
Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition affecting 1 in 10 women. It is where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus. It had been found on all parts of the body, not just inside the pelvis. Symptoms can start before puberty and worsen with trauma, stress, changes in hormones
1 – Everyone Has One Regardless of age or gender, if you have a pelvis you have a pelvic floor! The pelvic floor muscles act as a hammock inside the pelvis where the bladder, rectum, and uterus/prostate are housed. Additionally there are several ligament attachments surrounding these organs. The pelvic floor’s main jobs are: 2
Pelvic floor therapy can offer significant benefits in the recovery process following abdominal surgeries, such as abdominoplasty, hernia repair, or gender-affirming procedures. These surgeries can lead to pain, swelling, scar tissue, and restricted mobility as the body heals. Pelvic floor therapists use specialized techniques to alleviate discomfort, reduce swelling, improve tissue mobility, and enhance blood
If you’ve been experiencing issues such as excessive bleeding, severe cramps, missed periods, infertility, irregular cycles, or mid-cycle bleeding, you’re not alone. These concerns can be both frustrating and debilitating, often interfering with daily life. Ideally, menstruation should be a natural process that doesn’t cause significant pain or disruption. In fact, periods have been referred
We have all heard the term “the core” at least once in a workout class or from our athletic coaches when we were young athletes, right? I mean, it has entire group fitness studios named after it! But what really is the core, and why is everyone talking about it all the dang time? Well,
You’ve probably blown up a balloon before, right? If you’ve ever had to create a balloon arch or balloon arrangement, you’re probably having some PTSD just thinking about it! But here’s a fun twist: blowing up balloons can actually be a great way to improve your core strength, retrain your breathing patterns, enhance airflow efficiency
Are you struggling with infertility? You’re not alone, and there are holistic options that may help. At Genesis PT & Wellness, we combine pelvic floor therapy and visceral mobilization to support your journey toward conception, especially if you’re dealing with conditions like endometriosis, PCOS, or unexplained infertility. Here’s how our three-pronged approach can make a
Craniosacral and Fascial systems are not separate, but one interconnected system. How does fascia get tight? All of us have experienced trauma — difficult birth, surgery, accidents, falls, concussions, dental work/orthodontics, and emotional trauma, to name a few. Starting from birth, traumas accumulate and can create strain and toxicity in the craniosacral fascial system, restricting
