When we think about pelvic floor health, strengthening exercises like Kegels usually come to mind first. But for most people, especially those dealing with pelvic pain, urinary urgency, constipation, or postpartum tension, the ability to relax the pelvic floor is just as important as the ability to contract it. Why Relaxation is Important  The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that supports your bladder, uterus, and bowel. Like any muscle group, it needs to move through its

Inflammation is the body's natural response to injury, but when it lingers, it can cause stiffness, pain, and slow down healing. Managing inflammation effectively is key to recovering faster and regaining mobility. Physical therapy plays a vital role in this process by promoting blood flow, reducing pain, and creating the best environment for tissue repair. This article explores practical physical therapy techniques, focusing on exercise, isometrics, and active range of motio

Inflammation often gets blamed for stiffness and pain—and that is justified. This response of the body, characterized by redness, swelling, heat, and pain, is often viewed negatively, especially when it leads to discomfort and limitations in mobility. However, it is important to recognize that inflammation serves a crucial purpose in our body’s defense mechanisms. When tissues are injured or infected, the immune system triggers an inflammatory response to initiate healing. Th

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