Women's Health
 
 

Pregnancy Pain

Low back and Thoracic (Postural) pain can be treated while you are pregnant.  These conditions can also be addressed in the postpartum period.  Pelvic alignment, postural alignment, carpal tunnel compression, muscle weakness and muscle spasms are evaluated.  Treatment consists of manual therapy techniques, specialized exercises, and self-treatment strategies.

Pelvic Pain

Pelvis pain is the second most common complaint in Gynecological practices.  After a thorough exam by your physician, you may be referred to Physical Therapy.  The Physical Therapist will perform a musculoskeletal exam.  Treatment may include manual soft tissue techniques, internal biofeedback training and electrical stimulation.

Osteopenia/Osteoporosis

A condition in which the infrastructure of the bone becomes thin and weakened.  Weakened bone is at a higher risk for fractures.  Patients demonstrating the first signs of bone loss can benefit the most at preventing this debilitating disease.  Physical Therapy treatment of Osteopenia/Osteoporosis focuses on posture, gait, balance, specific exercises, and pain control, to treat the thinning of the bone and help prevent the medical problems which can result from osteoporosis.  Treatment of these conditions may include:  Manual Therapy Techniques; Therapeutic Exercises; Therapeutic Activities; Biofeedback; Ultrasound; Mosit Heat or Cold; Electrical Stimulation and Bracing/Splinting




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