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Can a Yeast Infection Cause Pelvic Pain?

By Alicia Jeffrey-Thomas, PT, DPT, PRPC We most often think about pain as originating from an injury: You fall and break your leg, your leg hurts. When it comes to pelvic pain, things get a little more complex. Pelvic pain - meaning pain felt in the lower abdomen, pelvis, or perineal region - can be triggered by a whole range of things including musculoskeletal causes, urological/gynecological/colorectal causes, and neurological causes. We can also see pain stemming from inj

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What Causes an Anterior Pelvic Tilt?

by Hannah McDuffie, PT, PRPC, OMT In recent years, social media has become inundated with fitness and exercise recommendations, especially when it comes to posture. A simple search of ‘anterior pelvic tilt’ on TikTok generates countless videos, with headlines such as “how to fix your anterior pelvic tilt” or “do this one exercise to fix your anterior pelvic tilt.” Keep reading to learn what exactly is an anterior pelvic tilt, whether or not it should be of concern, and what r

Mar 313 min read

Pelvic Pain During Sex

by Erica Whaley, OT Pain with intercourse can be very personal and uniquely frustrating. It can impact sexual desire, intimacy, and personal relationships, making it a distressing symptom for many. This blog post will break down what may be causing this pain and offer suggestions for next steps in finding relief. Pelvic Pain During Sex: Information and Statistics What's "Normal?" Contributing Factors to Pelvic Pain During Sex How Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Help with Pelvic Pa

Mar 303 min read

Pelvic Floor Exercises for Men

by Hannah McDuffie, PT Pelvic floor exercise and therapy is often marketed towards females, but the truth is that everyone has a pelvic floor! Therefore, anyone can be affected by pelvic floor muscle dysfunction, regardless of sex or gender, and everyone should pay attention to them. Continue reading to learn specific exercises that will help promote a healthy and happy pelvic floor (and spoiler alert, it’s not just kegels!) What is the Pelvic Floor? Pelvic Floor Exercises fo

Feb 265 min read

Pelvic Floor Therapy and Insurance

by Erica Whaley, OT When choosing between different pelvic floor therapy clinics, a common consideration is insurance coverage. It’s important to understand how insurance-based and cash-based care might differ so you can be empowered in your decision making when choosing what might be right for you. What Does “Insurance-Based” and “Cash-Based” Mean? Insurance-Based Therapy Pros and Cons Cash-Based Therapy Pros and Cons In Summary At Wellest Integrative Health What Does “Insu

Feb 63 min read

Understanding Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy

by Shannon Pacella, PT Pregnancy is an incredible and transformative experience—but it’s not without its physical challenges. One common issue that many pregnant individuals face is pelvic pain. While some discomfort is common as your body adapts to pregnancy, persistent or severe pelvic pain can significantly affect your quality of life. At Wellest Integrative Health, we specialize in helping expecting parents navigate these changes with confidence and comfort. In this post,

Nov 25, 20254 min read

How to Relieve Pelvic Pain in Pregnancy

by Alicia Jeffrey-Thomas, PT, DPT Pregnancy can bring on a whole host of changes to your body, and it’s not uncommon to experience pelvic pain while pregnant. This can present in a multitude of ways including sacroiliac joint pain, pubic symphysis pain, hip pain, low back pain, tailbone pain, vaginal pain, etc. Though pain is a commonly reported symptom, it’s not something we should normalize. There are plenty of things we can do in pelvic floor physical therapy to alleviate

Nov 11, 20254 min read

Postpartum Pelvic Floor Exercises

By Hannah McDuffie, PT, PRPC, OMT The postpartum period - also referred to as the ‘fourth trimester’ - can certainly be overwhelming! On top of caring for a newborn baby, your body is working very hard to recover from both pregnancy and childbirth. Regardless of whether you had a vaginal delivery or Cesarean delivery, your pelvic floor muscles will need some rehab! Continue reading for more information on taking care of your pelvic floor after birth. What is the Pelvic Floor?

Nov 5, 20256 min read