Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy: Pregnancy to Postpartum

A Performance-Based Guide | HER x FX Physical Therapy Pelvic floor physical therapy isn’t just for after pregnancy; it’s essential before, during, and long after. At FX Physical Therapy, our HER program (Health. Empowerment. Recovery.) takes a performance-based approach to pelvic health, helping women prepare for pregnancy, stay strong during it, and recover fully postpartum. Whether you’re planning for pregnancy, currently pregnant, or navigating postpartum recovery, this guide breaks down how pelvic floor physical therapy supports you at every stage. Why Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Matters The pelvic floor is…

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How Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Can Help IBS Symptoms (Constipation, Bloating & Gut Dysfunction)

Struggling with IBS, bloating, or constipation? Learn how pelvic floor physical therapy improves gut function, coordination, and symptom relief. IBS Relief Through Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy If you’re dealing with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), chronic constipation, bloating, or abdominal discomfort, you’ve likely been told it’s a digestive issue. But for many active adults—especially women—IBS symptoms are also driven by pelvic floor dysfunction, poor muscle coordination, and nervous system dysregulation. At FX Physical Therapy, we take a performance-based, whole-body approach to IBS treatment, addressing not just the gut—but the systems that…

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Endometriosis Is More Than a Gynecologic Condition: The Missing Pelvic Floor Link

Endometriosis is often framed as a purely gynecologic condition. But if you’re living with it, you already know:It affects everything. At FX Physical Therapy, we see what’s frequently overlooked — the profound connection between endometriosis and the pelvic floor. And for many women, addressing that missing link is what finally changes their trajectory. What Is Endometriosis — Really? Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus. It can affect the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bowel, bladder, and surrounding pelvic structures. Common symptoms include: Chronic pelvic pain…

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Guided At-Home Biofeedback: Extending Pelvic Health Therapy Beyond the Clinic

At FX Physical Therapy, biofeedback is thoughtfully incorporated as a guided at-home tool within pelvic health physical therapy. This approach allows patients to continue reinforcing proper pelvic floor muscle function between visits—where consistent practice leads to meaningful progress. Pelvic floor retraining doesn’t stop when your appointment ends. When used correctly at home, biofeedback helps translate what you learn in therapy into everyday movement and real-life situations. Why Biofeedback Works So Well at Home Pelvic floor muscles respond best to frequent, low-load, intentional training. At-home biofeedback supports this process by helping…

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The Stages of Menopause & How Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Can Help

Compiled by: FXPT PFPT Menopause is not a single event but a transition with stages, each bringing hormonal changes that affect the body in unique ways. These changes influence the pelvic floor, bladder, and sexual health. The good news? Pelvic floor physical therapy (PFPT) can provide meaningful support at every stage—and is most effective when integrated into a broader, multidisciplinary care plan. 1. The Stages of Menopause Perimenopause Begins 4–10 years before the final menstrual period. Hormonal fluctuations cause irregular cycles, hot flashes, mood shifts, sleep changes, and sometimes urinary…

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Should You Sync Your Workouts With Your Menstrual Cycle?

By: Pelvic Health Team Cycle syncing - adjusting your workouts based on different phases of your menstrual cycle - has gained momentum in recent years. You may have seen posts suggesting when to lift heavier, when to rest, or when to do cardio, depending on where you are in your cycle. But is cycle syncing truly necessary for strength or performance? And what do healthcare professionals recommend? At FX Physical Therapy, our pelvic health team takes an individualized, evidence-informed approach. Here's what we want you to know. What Is Cycle…

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