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Optimizing Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy: Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Treatment Sessions
By Sarah Ellison, PT, DPT Pelvic floor physical therapy can be life changing! Not only can it help provide symptom relief, but it also...
Jun 53 min read


Our Second Feature in Boston Magazine!
We are so excited to share that we were recently featured in Boston Magazine  for the SECOND time! It is such an honor to be featured in...
May 11 min read


Pregnancy with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS): How Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Can Support You in Boston
By Kristin Kennedy, PT, DPT Pregnancy is a beautiful journey, but for individuals with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) or hypermobility...
Mar 313 min read


Bracing and Hypermobility: Helpful or Harmful?
By Kristin Kennedy, PT, DPT Have you ever wondered if wearing a brace would be helpful or harmful to your hypermobile joints? Joint...
Feb 273 min read


Understanding Osteoporosis and Its Impact on Pelvic Health
By Shannon Pacella, PT, DPT Osteoporosis is a progressive condition characterized by weakened bones, making them more susceptible to...
Feb 244 min read


Visceral Manipulation in Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Gut Health
By Sarah Ellison, PT, DPT Pelvic floor physical therapy offers a variety of techniques to improve gut and bowel health. One lesser-known...
Feb 32 min read


Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy vs. The Emsella Chair: A Comprehensive Comparison
Pelvic health is an essential part of overall well-being, yet it's an area often overlooked in traditional healthcare.
Jan 144 min read


Preparing for and Recovering from a Hysterectomy with Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus and may be performed for many different reasons. When you have this procedure, it can s
Jan 83 min read


Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy FAQs
Pelvic floor therapists support their patients in improving symptoms.
Dec 9, 20243 min read


Understanding Pelvic Floor Muscles for Men: What They Are and Why They Matter
In this post, we’ll dive into what pelvic floor muscles are, what they do, and why men should care about their pelvic health.
Dec 5, 20244 min read


What to Expect at Your First Pelvic Health Appointment
Having your first pelvic health appointment can be nerve-wracking if you don’t know what to expect!
Dec 3, 20242 min read


The Wellest Team Attends PelviCon Pelvic Health Conference
By Sarah Ellison, PT, DPT Earlier this Fall, my coworkers and I were fortunate enough to participate in PelviCon (yes, you read that...
Dec 2, 20242 min read


Baby Wearing and Your Pelvic Floor
Baby carriers, wraps, and slings are often marketed as essential postpartum tools, but is baby-wearing safe for your healing body.
Nov 20, 20244 min read


"Just In Case" Urinating: A Bad Habit for Your Bladder Health
Trying to void when your bladder is not full can result in confusing the connection of the brain and bladder.
Nov 11, 20241 min read


Hypermobility and Digestive Issues
If you’ve been diagnosed with hypermobility or hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome , you might have experienced more than just joint pain.
Nov 7, 20244 min read


SIBO: How Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Help
SIBO, or small intestine bacterial overgrowth, is a condition defined by an overabundance of bacteria.
Oct 7, 20243 min read


Perimenopause - Everything You Need to Know!
Perimenopause is a transitional phase leading up to menopause, marked by various physical and hormonal changes in a woman's body. It’s a...
Aug 20, 20242 min read


As seen in Boston magazine...
We are so proud to announce that Wellest was recently featured in Boston magazine as one of Boston's innovative women in healthcare!...
Aug 14, 20241 min read


Is your pelvic floor too tight?
Sometimes we don’t realize how much tightness in our pelvic floor muscles can affect our body! Not sure if your muscles are tight? Find out!
Jul 17, 20242 min read


Weight Loss Drugs: Impact on Digestion and the Pelvic Floor
Weight loss drugs, often prescribed to help individuals manage obesity and related health conditions, are a hot topic that we’re hearing abo
Jul 17, 20244 min read
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