Constipation is a common digestive issue that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by infrequent bowel movements or difficulty passing stools. While occasional constipation is normal, chronic constipation can significantly impact one's quality of life. While they might not seem related, the digestive system and the pelvic floor muscles have to work together to ensure the proper function of our bowel system. Pelvic floor physical therapy can be an excellent treatment option for promoting function in this system - our pelvic floor physical therapists at EW Motion Therapy do this for our clients daily. Even if you decide that our pelvic floor physical therapy isn’t right for you, you can still read on as we explore the most common causes of constipation, how the pelvic floor can influence bowel function, potential home remedies, and how physical therapy can help manage and relieve constipation.

Pelvic floor health is a topic that is often surrounded by myths and misconceptions. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support the pelvic organs, including the bladder, uterus, and rectum. Weakness or dysfunction in these muscles can lead to various health issues, including incontinence, pelvic pain, and sexual dysfunction. Pelvic floor physical therapy is often an excellent tool to retrain a dysfunctional pelvic floor - our pelvic specialists do this daily for our clients at EW Motion Therapy. Even if you decide to seek help elsewhere, you can still read on as we explore some common myths and misconceptions surrounding pelvic floor health and provide resources for those experiencing pelvic health problems.

Pregnancy, while very exciting, can also be physically demanding. Many pregnant women experience painful conditions during pregnancy, including back pain, sciatica, and pelvic pain, to name a few. Physical therapy can help alleviate these symptoms and improve overall health and well-being during pregnancy. However, you may not realize that physical therapy can be tailored to your pregnancy. So how do you start?

Pelvic floor issues are more common than you might think. Approximately one in three women experience some kind of pelvic floor dysfunction during their lifetime. These issues can range from mild discomfort to severe pain and can significantly impact your quality of life. If you are experiencing pelvic floor issues, you may wonder if a pelvic floor evaluation is necessary, but it can be a valuable tool for identifying and treating pelvic floor issues.

Whenever you’re working out, there are probably a few different thoughts going through your mind. You’re trying to remember which rep you’re on, which muscles need to tighten with the exercise you’re doing, and probably thinking about what else you need to get done after your workout. For some athletes, especially women, a constant thought during exercise is whether they are leaking or not. But why can urinary leakage be such a problem during exercise? What can you do to help?

Think about what goes through your mind when you wake up with a large zit on your face. Zits can be annoying, slightly painful, and, most of all, embarrassing. Even though acne is a common skin condition, no one really wants to face the world with a large zit on their face. The desire to forego responsibilities due to embarrassment is called fear avoidance. For those struggling with stress incontinence, fear avoidance is real. You may fear going out in public, exercising, and more due to your dysfunctional pelvic floor. So what can you do about it? Are there solutions that can give you your life back?

While being a kid is hard, being a competitive young female athlete can be even more challenging. On top of regular schoolwork, many young athletes train for 25-30 hours per week; whether they realize it or not, this can dramatically affect their mental health. So what can these kids do to stay healthy and competitive? And how can their parents support them through it all?

While being a kid is hard, being a competitive young female athlete can be even more challenging. On top of regular schoolwork, many young athletes train for 25-30 hours per week; whether they realize it or not, this can dramatically affect their health. So what can these kids do to stay healthy and competitive? And how can their parents support them through it all?

Pregnancy comes with a lot of physical and emotional changes in your body. Your belly grows, your appetite changes, and you may have increased pain in some areas. One common area that can become painful during pregnancy is your back, preventing you from sleeping well and doing the activities you would normally do. So why is back pain so common? And what can you do to help?

If you have a history of pain or pressure in your lower abdomen or lower back, you could be suffering from pelvic organ prolapse (POP). Depending on your prolapse stage, the condition can affect your daily life. Who should you go to for help? And what are your treatment options?