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I feel like some days it's Spring and some days it's Winter, either way I've been loving getting out in the crisp air for a walk with my kids. I know that it has been a saving grace for my family and I to be able to get outdoors these past few months. I am so grateful to have the support of Dr. Riley and Dr. Victoria as my Pelvic Floor PT's this pregnancy because it's made getting active so much easier than my last two pregnancies and it's so cool to be on the other side of the treatment! I've always loved what I do and known the value but getting to experience Pelvic Floor PT. After I had my first child my daughter who is now 5 I didn't have the support of a Pelvic Floor PT. After I had my 2nd child, my son who is now 3, I started getting treatment from Dr.Riley and it seriously changed my life! It made me realize what I had been missing. Now I'm pregnant with my 3rd baby and I'm so excited knowing that I have these next few months to optimize my body for birth and be ready to handle life with 3 kids.
Just knowing that I'm going to have the support of Dr. Riley and Dr. Victoria is giving me so much confidence and I just wanted to shout it from the rooftops, and have indeed shouted in our lobby just bursting with love and gratitude for the team I get to work with and I just wanted to share with you! My feelings and my team! I want everyone to feel this way during pregnancy and postpartum, it's magical!
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A big focus here at Body Motion is confidence, it is one of our core values. We work together to nurture confidence in all of our team members. We know that when we show up without a shadow of a doubt we can exude that energy and support others so they can get there too! A big part of confidence is trust, whether it's in your team or yourself.
Trust in yourself is the backbone of confidence and that can be rocked when life flips upside down due to an injury, surgery, pregnancy or birth, a pandemic... routines get thrown off, other emotions get involved and it can be hard to make a decision or feel like you know what to do. We see it so often that patients come to us 2-3, 10 years postpartum at the end of their rope, suffering with pain they have been ignoring, putting their needs on the back burner for others and whenever they try to take a step forward they feel let down.  Diastasis recti is a condition affecting the most superficial muscular layer of the abdominal wall (rectus abdominis aka the 6 pack muscle) causing separation along the midline of the muscle. I will usually encounter this when treating women during pregnancy or in their postpartum recovery. I definitely enjoy working with women in the earlier stages of their pregnancy because we get to work together to help protect the abdominal wall and prevent or minimize any abdominal separation. In this population, DRA is usually occurring due to increased tension across the abdomen to accommodate their growing belly and if left untreated, can lead to core weakness, back pain as well as pelvic floor issues including urinary incontinence, constipation and painful sex.
It is our mission here at Body Motion PT to make you to leave every session feeling loved and clear on what's next on your healing journey, this is why we create personalized healing plans for every client and measure our success on how close we are to helping you complete your goals. We focus on the restoration of the pelvic floor and you won't find this anywhere else. It makes me sad that people think they need to go in network provider. I don’t want to see people waste their time and money and end up getting a surgery. People may get relief for a month going to an in-network provider and then when their issues return they think Pelvic PT doesn’t work and it leads to them having to get a surgery. I'm not saying this to sell to you or brag about my clinic. I'm saying this because I believe in treating our patients with the same love and support that I would want my own mom to receive. Let me tell you why we’re a specialty clinic, we are experts of the pelvic floor. We have really specific protocols that we’ve established while other pelvic floor providers get 1 weekend course and then they're "qualified" to treat Pelvic Floor.
I know sometimes insurance can limit the number of times patients are able to come in and that is why we're out of network, we want to create a plan that if you want to return to running, eliminate pain, swim in every ocean on earth or jump on a trampoline with your kids, we will help you get there. We won't limit your healing to 4 sessions because that's all insurance says you get. We will be here for you every step of the way! If payment is at all a factor just know we have package options and payment plans that we can review with you to make our services more accessible. Thanks so much for taking the time to read about Body Motion PT, we can't wait to help you and are always here if you ever have questions! Tuning into your body is essential for birth, so often we see that once a patient arrives at the hospital there is a cascade of intervention. This can be induction, an epidural or a c-section. These interventions are not always needed birth happens in it's own time, hospitals have standardized timelines for when things should progress and if your birth does not align with that an intervention will be suggested.
I am not saying these interventions are bad, sometimes they are medically necessary and our end goal is always a safe and healthy birth from mom and baby. I want to empower and prepare my clients to feel confident during birth. With the pain comes fear, fear leads to tension and tension can lead to a longer birth or the need for a c-section. This meditation will help you connect with your pelvic floor, visualize your birth and create a mental map which can help keep you in a parasympathetic state which regardless of if you have a c-section or a vaginal birth will help you stay in control and more present. I always say if you were being chased by a tiger your body would not let you give birth. Tuning into your breath and your body will allow you to control the stress and prevent strain on your body. So we're going to sink right into the meditation and you'll be able to listen to this on replay or during your actual birth. So let me have you just go ahead and get comfortable. Wherever you find a meditative spot that’s comfortable, whether that's laying on your side sitting with a couple pillows underneath your butt in a cross-legged position resting your hands on your knees, maybe with your pointer finger touching your thumb. Click Here To Listen To The Meditation. Are you having difficulty connecting to your pelvic floor? Or do you want to take your birth prep to the next level Request A Free 30 Minute Discovery Visit Today! Painful Sex is known as Dysparunia a condition characterized as pain before, during or after penetrative sex.
Pain with sexual intercourse is a common and multifactorial condition which can often be attributed to a combination of musculoskeletal and psychological components. Possible causes of dyspareunia include injury to the pelvic floor during childbirth, endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory disease, infection, overactivity in the pelvic floor musculature, stress and painful bladder syndrome. Psychosocial factors such as depression, physical or sexual abuse, and anxiety also are possible causes of dyspareunia. Women may report pain (burning, stinging, sharp) with initial penetration or feeling as though their partner is hitting a wall with deeper thrusting or certain deeper penetrating positions. Pain and soreness can persist after intercourse as well. Do you ever wonder what to expect when you go to a pelvic floor physical therapist you might have had friends that say to you. “Hey, I'm going to pelvic PT. I stopped peeing my pants and all this great stuff”, or your doctor might say “hey you need to go to pelvic floor PT”
What’s important to review is the role the pelvic floor plays in your body; The Pelvic Floor Is Responsible For All Sexual Functions, Urinary and Bowel Functions But It Is Also The Root Of Our Core Strength. Do you ever wonder what to expect when you go to a pelvic floor physical therapist you might have had friends that say to you. “Hey, I'm going to pelvic PT. I stopped peeing my pants and all this great stuff”, or your doctor might say “hey you need to go to pelvic floor PT”
What’s important to review is the role the pelvic floor plays in your body; The Pelvic Floor Is Responsible For All Sexual Functions, Urinary and Bowel Functions But It Is Also The Root Of Our Core Strength. Pain in the sacroiliac joint can be a result of some type of trauma to the pelvis such as a fall as well as be nontraumatic like in the case of age-related degenerative changes like arthritis. However, pregnancy can be another underlying cause to sacroiliac joint pain. The pelvis undergoes a lot of change throughout each trimester of pregnancy which can bring about asymmetries in muscle strength and muscle length in any of the muscles that attach inside and outside of the pelvis.
If you've given birth you may be experiencing some pain and discomfort for the next few weeks. Usually we get cleared at 6 weeks to return to our regular activities but to just "take it easy" for many of my patients the pain and discomfort associated with those first few weeks or months when returning to intimacy never goes away. Frustration builds and fear sets in "will sex always feel like this?" then they check in with friends and hear that yeah once your a mom sex is never the same. But that's not true.
We've all been there, searched our symptoms and came upon information that just sends us spiraling.
Stress, fear and pain can make it near impossible to take action. So we put our needs on the back burner. We convince ourselves that things will get better naturally, that they're not that serious. We hear from clients so often that they were afraid to start because, "What if I don't get better and still have to have surgery?" It can be hard to start physical therapy because many people see physical therapy as the last ditch before surgery and that puts a lot of mental pressure on the outcome you are striving for. Here at Body Motion PT we don't have specific guidelines for what it means to be healed because every single person's goals are different. We create a personalized plan of care which includes milestones, specific to your goals. Still Reeling Over Your Ruined Routine?
We are all in the same ocean on different boats. During times of crisis we want to be a guiding light in how to show up for yourself and how to take positive steps on your health journey that don't involve kale, fasting, or picking up a new at home fitness routine. The truth is that some people relieve stress through exercise and that's a natural response for them, it is also a natural response if you put on weight, it is also a natural and societal response if you've taken a break from the gym and it is healthy if you have been sleeping more. This year has been hard, here at Body Motion Physical Therapy we are huge advocates for gratitude which we have had to refocus on as we all endured so many changes. We are especially grateful for our health, we are grateful for our community and the work we get to do everyday! We are in awe of the women in our community and the abundance of moms who have decided to put their health first. So often we see women who have pushed their bodies past pain and discomfort, ignored symptoms and continued on as though everything is fine.
Are You Fed Up With Peeing Your Pants? At Your Wits End With Leaking When You Laugh Or Jump Or Cough? I hear so often that "I thought surgery was my only option". I had a new client say this to me just last week. She really just wanted to get surgery so she could get a "quick fix and just be done with it" but she couldn't commit to the recovery time and her family and work needs are too much that recovering from a surgery was out of the question right now.
Healing, in general, is an ongoing process. It comes in stages and relies on the completion of each step before you are ready to move on to the next.
It can be incredibly scary to hear, but the fact of the matter is that your uterus may not be quite back to normal size and that translates to larger issues. The ligaments, peritoneum, and endopelvic fascia, which are just fancy words for big sheets that hold the organs in place and attached inside your body, were stretched from holding the uterus and bladder in place, and now in early postpartum have become saggy and are less supportive. The Pacific Northwest is known for it's amazing hiking trails and this summer we want to be sure that you can enjoy your time outdoors. Getting out in nature is so good for the mind and body and is a great family activity. But I hear from clients when they first arrive in my clinic that the thought of heading up a trail with their little ones on their back makes them cringe. They've been suffering with constant knee and back pain since pregnancy and now postpartum they thought it would go away. It's especially frustrating when so many other activities are still unavailable.
I completely understand it's been quite an adjustment but I am here to share my 2 Secrets To Eliminating Low Back and Knee Pain. The reason I started Body Motion Physical Therapy and am so committed to helping moms from day one postpartum through menopause and beyond is because we believe that you should enjoy living life in your body.
For you to enjoy life, it is helpful to enjoy your body. There is no doubt that the body after babies can be frustrating for moms. It can be frustrating to be a new mom and wake up and feel achy and worn out, as if you have aged 20 years overnight. It is equally hard to have to invest in a new wardrobe or look at your clothes and how they fit. So, instead of dwelling on what life was like, we empower you to embrace the body you have now in order to create a solid foundation on which to build your future. Physically, your foundation is your core and pelvic floor. When the foundation is strong and powerful then all of a sudden you get a new lease on how things feel. When things feel good, you feel better and your mental shift is more positive.  A Common Postpartum Issue Is Diastasis Recti, or Ab Separation. This is a condition that needs to be addressed to ensure you restore your core therefore it can protect your joints throughout your life
Take Control Of Your Pelvic Health!
The Life Expectancy for Women in The United States is 81 years old, 61% of Women 65 and over suffer with Incontinence.* So for the last 16 years of your life you could have serious issues with incontinence. NO ADULT wants to depend on others to help them use the restroom. The generations before us did not have the tools to strengthen their pelvic floor and in turn protect themselves from developing incontinence. Even today I hear all the time, Your friend may have told you, you probably have piriformis syndrome and your mom maybe diagnosed you with sciatica. I am going to bring some clarity to each diagnosis and give you some self-help tips. Before we clarify each diagnosis, it is nice to know a little about the sciatic nerve.The sciatic nerve is a bundle of little nerves that are composed of nerve roots from L4-S3 ,meaning the nerves that leave the spine below Lumbar Vertebrae Number 4 to Sacral Vertebrae Number 3. As the nerve leaves the spine, it travels underneath the gluteal musculature.
This Is An Excerpt From Dr. Allison Feldt's, PT, DPT Book That Will Be Out Early Summer
My friend and patient Ashley recently gave birth to her third child. According to her, this pregnancy was her most difficult. She experienced excruciating lower back and hip pain that was not present in her other two pregnancies... Remember how you used to be terrified of needles as a child? How thinking about the glinting needles probably helped you forget you were sick at all? Yes, we all know that feeling and remember it well. So, what changed? As we grew up, became braver, and started listening to our bodies a little less, our distrust of needles seems to have dwindled. Now, we run to the doctor for all manner of injections, and while vitamin B shots and flu jabs are at the lower risk end of the spectrum, many injections pose a very large, very scary risk to our health and wellbeing.
If your desk area consists of a sofa cushion, and low coffee table, then we’re taking a stab in the dark and guessing you’ve converted your living room into an office. And while that’s all fun and games, working from home can actually be quite stressful on your muscles and joints – despite the extended periods sitting down! In this post, we discuss the ways in which you can stay healthy and active while working from home. So, let’s adjust the couch seat, make a fresh brew, and get stuck in!
“I have right lower back pain, that is kind of in my hip. It feels like a deep ache in my BUTT. It gets so bad sometimes that I feel like I can’t even walk.”
Said Brandi, a worried 32 year old who can’t recall a specific event where she hurt herself but is now experiencing unbearable pain. Problems in the bedroom? Is discomfort or pain getting in the way? Many women get to a point in their life where sex becomes a scheduled task. They quite possibly dread it but know they must do it so their partner will continue to feel valued and loved. One worrisome thought is that your relationship could fail or your partner would cheat or leave perhaps if they aren’t getting the “love” or “feeling loved.”That is scary and a huge burden to put on yourself. We never want you to feel like you have to just grit your teeth through sex because of discomfort or pain.
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