Menopause - Navigating Change with Support and Care

Menopause marks a significant transition in a woman's life - the end of her reproductive years. This natural process, typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55. It brings a variety of physical and emotional changes. While some women navigate menopause with minimal discomfort, others may experience a range of symptoms that impact quality of life. One often-overlooked area is pelvic health. Pelvic physical therapy (PT) offers a targeted approach to manage these changes and maintain pelvic health. Let’s explore the connection between menopause and pelvic PT, and how it can be beneficial during this transition.

Menopause, Pelvic Floor Muscle, Pelvic PainErica MichitschNovember 4, 2024

Feeling Stressed About the Upcoming Election? Your Pelvic Floor May Be Feeling It Too…

At Solstice Physiotherapy, we believe that supporting pelvic health is essential during stressful times. In this article, we’ll explore how election stress can cause pelvic floor tension, and share actionable ways to reduce it. Our bodies have a fascinating way of reacting to stress. The “fight or flight” response, triggered by stress, often causes causes muscle tension throughout the body.

Pelvic Floor Muscle, Pelvic Pain, SexErica MichitschNovember 4, 2024

How can I Recover from Diastasis Rectus Abdominis?

Diastasis rectus abdominis (DRA) can occur in individuals of any age or gender. However, it is most often a condition associated with pregnancy.

It involves the separation of the linea alba - the connective tissue that lies between the two sides of the rectus abdominis muscle - commonly known as the "six-pack" muscle. This separation can result from changes in core function or pressure management within the abdominal region. Symptoms may include back pain, an overactive pelvic floor, and tight glutes and hips. The extent and duration of the condition varies from person to person.

Pelvic Floor Muscle, Pelvic Pain, Pregnancy + PostpartumYvonne SciasciaSeptember 27, 2024

Pregnancy and Round Ligament Pain: Tips and Tricks to Help

During pregnancy you may experience pain in the pubic and groin areas. Why does this occur? The round ligament is attached to your pelvic bone and your uterus organ. There are two round ligaments and they can pull from either side. The ligaments expand as the uterus and baby grows. The act of expanding can cause pain, and also pull on the pubic bones or make the bones shear against each other from this pulling mechanism. This pain makes it difficult for pregnant people to walk and move around in your daily life.

Here we give you several ways to eliminate the pain.

Pelvic Pain, Pregnancy + PostpartumErica MichitschSeptember 3, 2024

You Don't Have to Live with Constipation

GI Issues, Pelvic Floor Muscle, Pelvic PainKara MortifoglioJuly 17, 2024constipation, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy, pelvic floor dysfunction

Movement to Manage Pelvic Pain

Menopause, Pelvic Floor Muscle, Pelvic Pain, Pregnancy + PostpartumRebecca ArkinApril 25, 2024Pelvic health, yoga, pelvic pain

Navigating Constipation During Passover: Tips for a Smooth Holiday

During Passover, the traditional prohibition of chametz (leavened products) and kitniyot (legumes and certain grains) may lead to alterations in diet that can contribute to constipation for some individuals. Here are tips for managing constipation that we have found helpful for our patients!

GI Issues, Pelvic Floor MuscleRebecca ArkinApril 18, 2024constipation