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Kegels After Prostatectomy: Are You Doing Too Much, Too Little, or Doing Them Wrong?

If you’ve had a prostatectomy and are still experiencing urinary leakage, you’ve probably heard the advice: “Do your Kegels.” Pelvic floor exercises are commonly recommended after prostate surgery, and for

Still Leaking Years After Prostatectomy? You’re Not Alone—and It’s Not Too Late to Get Help.

Urinary leakage after prostate surgery is common, but it doesn’t have to be something you simply live with. Learn how pelvic floor physical therapy and occupational therapy can help you

Pain After Ejaculation: What Causes It and How Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Help

Ejaculation is not supposed to be painful. Yet some men experience aching, burning, pressure, or discomfort in the penis, pelvis, perineum, or testicles during or after ejaculation. If you have

Why Does Sitting Hurt My Pelvis? Understanding Male Pelvic Pain When Sitting

Does your pelvis hurt when you sit? Maybe you notice aching or pressure in your perineum after a long day at your desk. Perhaps driving makes your symptoms worse. You

Why Does My Penis Hurt When Nothing Is Wrong? Understanding Musculoskeletal Causes of Penile Pain

Penile pain can be confusing—and understandably concerning. If you are experiencing burning, aching, tingling, sensitivity, or pain in the penis but testing has not revealed an infection or other obvious

Why Sitting All Day Can Make Pelvic Floor Symptoms Worse

Many of us spend hours sitting each day—at a desk, in the car, during meetings, or relaxing at home. While sitting may seem like a restful position, prolonged sitting can

What Does a Healthy Pelvic Floor Actually Feel Like?

When most people hear the words “pelvic floor,” they immediately think of Kegel exercises or urinary leakage. But here’s a question we often ask our patients: What does a healthy

Painful Tampon Insertion? It May Not Be What You Think

For many girls and women, inserting a tampon should be relatively comfortable. While there may be a brief learning curve when first using tampons, persistent pain is not considered normal.

Chronic Testicular Pain: When the Pelvic Floor May Be Involved

Chronic testicular pain can be frustrating, confusing, and sometimes isolating. Many men undergo multiple medical evaluations, imaging studies, and laboratory tests only to be told that everything appears “normal.” Yet

Male Pelvic Health and Aging: What’s Normal and What’s Not?

As men get older, changes in bladder, bowel, sexual, and physical function are often dismissed as an inevitable part of aging. It’s common to hear phrases like: “That’s just what

Diastasis Recti in Men: Why It Matters and How Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Help

When most people hear the term diastasis recti, they think of pregnancy and postpartum recovery. While diastasis recti is commonly discussed in women’s health, it can also occur in men—and

Why Your Tailbone Might Be Causing Your Pelvic Pain

When most people think about pelvic pain, they think about the pelvic floor muscles, hips, bladder, or reproductive organs. One area that is often overlooked, however, is the tailbone. As

Why You Still Leak After Doing Kegels

If you’ve been experiencing urinary leakage, chances are someone has told you to do Kegels. Friends, family members, fitness instructors, social media influencers, and even healthcare providers often recommend Kegel

The Pelvic Floor and the Nervous System: Understanding the Mind-Body Connection

When people think about the pelvic floor, they often think about muscles. They think about strengthening, stretching, Kegels, posture, or exercise. While the muscles themselves are certainly important, one of

Preparing for Pelvic Floor Therapy: What to Expect at Your First Visit

If you’ve been considering pelvic floor therapy but haven’t scheduled an appointment yet, you’re not alone. Many people experience symptoms such as urinary leakage, pelvic pain, constipation, painful intercourse, prolapse

Pelvic Health for Gymnasts, Dancers, and Cheerleaders

When most people think of pelvic floor dysfunction, they often picture postpartum women or older adults. What many people don’t realize is that pelvic floor symptoms can affect young athletes,

Pelvic Floor Dysfunction After Hysterectomy: What You Should Know

For many women, a hysterectomy can be a life-changing procedure that provides relief from symptoms such as fibroids, endometriosis, heavy bleeding, chronic pelvic pain, or certain cancers. While recovery often

Pelvic Floor & Hypermobility: Why Flexible Doesn’t Always Mean Strong

When most people think of hypermobility, they think of flexibility. Maybe you’ve always been able to touch your palms to the floor, sit in unusual positions, or impress friends with

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