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5 Yoga Stretches for the Pelvic Floor These simple yoga poses target the pelvic floor, the inner groin, and deep hip muscles that commonly contribute to pelvic pain and tightness. Have a few yoga blocks, a strap, bolster, or pillows handy to help make the stretches feel more comfortable and restorative. Seated/ Reclined Cobbler’s Pose …
Your Core and Pelvic Floor Function There are two components to “your core muscles.” You have your “inner core” layer which refers to a group of deep muscles that support and stabilize the trunk and pelvis. You can envision this as a closed canister, made up of the pelvic floor (bottom), diaphragm (top), transverse abdominis …
5 Steps Toward Better Posture At some point in your youth, you’ve been told to “sit up straight” or “not to slouch.” There is wisdom behind this, as you may find out later on, as sitting poorly can lead to muscle and joint aches and pain. Pain and tightness in the neck, shoulders, back, and …
What is Painful Bladder Syndrome? Painful bladder syndrome, also known as interstitial cystitis, is a condition characterized by chronic pelvic pain, an increased urge to urinate throughout the day, difficulty sitting for long periods of time, and pressure and discomfort related to the bladder. It tends to be more common in women. Pain is usually …