Pelvic Girdle Pain
Low back pain and pelvic girdle pain (PGP) are commonly reported in the pregnant population. Pelvic girdle pain encompasses pain in the pelvis, buttock and pubic...
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) is the descent of the pelvic organs resulting from a reduction in support from multiple structures. Women with prolapse will often report a...
The Overactive Pelvic Floor and Pelvic Pain
When you think about pelvic floor muscle exercises you generally think about strengthening but what about those who are not weak, but overactive. There is a significant...
Exercise in Pregnancy
How much do you know about exercising in pregnancy? Have you even thought about it? Where did you get this information from? Observing others? Doing what felt right for...
Perineal Tears
A perineal tear is a type of trauma resulting from vaginal birth, occurring at the perineum – the area between the vagina and anus. Risk factors for perineal tearing...