Urge urinary incontinence (UUI) is a condition characterized by a sudden, intense urge to urinate followed by involuntary leakage of urine. It is often associated with an overactive bladder and can significantly impact daily life and activities. In this guide, we'll explore urge urinary incontinence, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and the role of physical therapy in managing this condition effectively.
Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is a common condition characterized by the involuntary leakage of urine during physical activities that increase pressure on the bladder, such as coughing, sneezing, laughing, or exercise. It is more common in women, especially after childbirth or during menopause, but can also affect men. In this guide, we'll explore stress urinary incontinence, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and the role of physical therapy in managing this condition effectively.
Pelvic floor dysfunction is a condition where the muscles and connective tissues of the pelvic floor fail to function properly, leading to a range of symptoms such as urinary or fecal incontinence, pelvic pain, and sexual dysfunction. In this guide, we'll explore pelvic floor dysfunction, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and the role of physical therapy in managing this condition effectively.
What is diaphragmatic breathing? The diaphragm is a large muscle that separates the abdominal and thoracic cavities and it plays an important role in breathing. To inhale, the diaphragm contracts and pulls down to increase the volume of the lungs. This increased volume allows air to naturally flow into the lungs.
CBD, or cannabidiol is one of hundreds of known phytocannabinoids, naturally occurring therapeutic compounds, that can be found in the cannabis (hemp) plant.
Winter months are usually peak season for the cold and flu. Here are some everyday preventative actions to stop the spread of germs, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
If you had to choose to be in freezing weather or in hot summer weather, which one would you pick?” — I eventually ask this question to every patient who is set up on ice or heat during their physical therapy treatment.
This is a question I get almost every day; “When can I get back to playing golf?” or “When can I get back on my surfboard?”. These are tough questions to answer on your own especially if your favorite recreational activity is the reason why you’re at physical therapy right now.
So you just started physical therapy for your knee replacement and this means you can’t workout while you’re completing your rehab.
The ketogenic diet is a lifestyle that promotes and maintains ketosis. What is ketosis? Ketosis is the burning of fat stored in the body as opposed to the burning of glucose from carbohydrates.
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