Some health issues can be so little that you do not mind them. For example, you leak a little when you laugh. You get a heavy feeling if you stand for a very long time. Discomfort comes and goes and you think it is nothing. However, these are the moments that start to add up. […]
Pelvic discomfort is common and often overlooked in daily routines. It can show up after standing too long, lifting heavy items, walking around, or just sitting at a desk. Since these actions are routine, the pain can seem odd or hard to explain. At least in theory, pelvic discomfort doesn’t just appear without cause. It […]
It has been several months since you gave birth. Gradually, life is returning to a normal routine. It might appear as if your body has recovered completely. However, internally, there is still something that doesn’t quite feel right. Your core seems weak, unstable, or a bit disconnected. Even the most basic activities like lifting your […]
Pregnancy and childbirth transform the body in incredible ways, but one area that goes through the biggest change is often the one we talk about the least: the pelvic floor. Whether you had a vaginal delivery or a C-section, the muscles that support your bladder, uterus, and bowels work overtime during pregnancy and need time, […]
Most people most often tend to associate strength with well-shaped and toned arms, legs, and backs. However, the truth is that the real basis of daily strength quite often gets missed out on: the pelvic floor. The power-packed but tiny muscles of your body play an important part in the stability of the body, posture, […]
If you have ever experienced bladder leaks while weightlifting, running, or exercising in a class setting, know that you are not alone. Many women (and men) do, and when they experience it they often don’t know where to turn for help. The good news is bladder leaks aren’t something you have to accept as “normal.” […]
A clear guide for new moms and anyone struggling with core weakness or back pain If your stomach still looks “bloated” months after giving birth, or you feel like your core has never been the same, you might be dealing with Diastasis Recti, a common but misunderstood condition that affects many postpartum women (and some […]
The Silent Struggle Many Women Face Pelvic floor dysfunction isn’t something that often makes dinner table conversation but it should. From leaking when you laugh to chronic pelvic pain, this condition quietly affects millions of women, especially during and after childbirth or menopause. And yet, many suffer in silence, not realizing there’s help and healing […]
That nagging ache in your pelvis isn’t always about posture, it might be something deeper. Listening to What Your Body’s Telling You Do you experience sharp or aching pelvic pain after sitting at your desk or standing in one position for too long? You’re not alone and more importantly, your body might be trying to […]
When most people hear “pelvic floor health,” they often think of women – especially those who are pregnant or postpartum. But pelvic floor dysfunction affects people of all ages and genders, including men and the elderly. At SV Proactive in Sunnyvale, we believe everyone deserves to understand how pelvic floor physical therapy can improve their […]