Medically reviewed by Laura Campedelli, DPT Key Takeaways Pelvic floor therapy strengthens and relaxes muscles to help with urination, bowel movements, and sexual function.A physical therapist will ...

Urinary tract infections (UTIs), arthritis, and muscle strains can cause you to have groin pain. Rest and ice help heal a groin strain, and physical therapy helps with recovery. You will need prompt ...

Here are five things to avoid before a physical to ensure accurate exam and blood test results and an overall optimal visit with your doctor.

Pelvic floor problems can occur in many forms for both men and women. Fecal or urinary leakage and pelvic pain—are all common pelvic floor problems. The pelvic floor encompasses the muscles, ligaments ...

This article originally appeared on a blog by Athletico Physical Therapy, based in Oak Brook. Week 7 in professional football brought about multiple injuries to high profile players across the league, ...

During a physical exam, doctors may ask questions about a person’s overall health, diet, stress levels, and more. People can also ask their own questions, such as whether they are taking medications ...

Physical therapy (PT) is care that aims to ease pain and help you function, move, and live better. Your doctor might suggest this type of treatment if you’ve had an injury or illness that makes it ...

Physical therapy and occupational therapy are two types of rehabilitative care. The goal of rehabilitative care is to improve or prevent the worsening of your condition or quality of life due to an ...

Chelsea Rae Bourgeois is a registered dietitian nutritionist with several years of experience working in the clinical setting. Once a track and field athlete on a competitive stage, she now finds joy ...