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Management of Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP)
Kelsey Shumway Kelsey Shumway

Management of Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP)

Prolapse is a laxity or a loss of support in the vaginal wall. There are different types of POP and are classified based on where that loss of support is. At Shift Physical Therapy we understand how POP can negatively influence physical activity, self-image and ultimately quality of life.

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Constipation Management
Kelsey Shumway Kelsey Shumway

Constipation Management

Do you frequently have 3 or less bowel movements a week? If so you might be dealing with constipation. The way you manage constipation can drastically impact your pelvic floor function. In this blog post we will be discussing factors that influence constipation, tips and tricks to improve it, and how to know if you are experiencing constipation.

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Diastasis Recti- Do you have it?
Kelsey Shumway Kelsey Shumway

Diastasis Recti- Do you have it?

Learn what diastasis recti is, what you can start doing after pregnancy to starting healing, how to screen for it, and what to do if you are struggling with persistent diastasis recti.

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