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What is Urinary Incontinence? Urinary incontinence is the involuntary leakage of urine, with or without the urge to urinate. It can be as little as a few drops with coughing or sneezing or complete loss of urine. Being pregnant, having a vaginal delivery, taking certain medications, menopause, and engaging in high impact activities or sports …
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 …
5 Chest Opening Yoga Poses for Pregnancy As you progress through pregnancy and the uterus expands, the diaphragm gets pushed upward and the ribs flare outward to make space. In addition, your growing belly will cause the shoulders and head to tilt forward into a slouched position. Thus, breathing will become more difficult in the …
5 Tips for Sleeping Better During Pregnancy My patients frequently complain of increased neck, shoulder, and back stiffness and pain during pregnancy. Most of it is linked to poor sleep and difficulty finding a comfortable sleeping position. Your sleep set up is crucial to getting a good night’s rest during pregnancy. It is usually a …