WALDWICK, N.J. , May 21, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Total Health Associates has recently released information to raise awareness of the effectiveness of Physical Therapy for pelvic floor weakness and other dysfunctions.  One in three women suffer from pelvic floor dysfunction.  These dysfunctions include painful intercourse, incontinence, including exercise-induced urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, back pain and prolapsed organs. Commonly, it is thought that these problems only affect older women.  However, these problems can affect women at any point in their lives.  Total Health Associates wants to remind people that there is no need to “just live” with these issues. IT IS COMMON, BUT NOT NORMAL. Physical Therapy exists to address these issues non-surgically. 

“For years, women were expected to just live with these problems that interfere with their daily life and many times their self-esteem.  Today, women and doctors realize that the pelvic floor muscles need rehab just like any other area of the body that is in pain or not functioning properly.  If you strain your back or tear your rotator cuff, you might have trouble bending to put on your shoes or throw a ball.  You would likely be referred to Physical Therapy to identify and treat these issues. The pelvic floor is no different!  When you have a muscle or strain of your pelvic floor it needs to be addressed.  If not, if can lead to years or a lifetime of dysfunctions. These pelvic floor muscles are important.  They support your bowel, bladder and reproductive organs.  They have to be able to stretch during childbirth and withstand the effects of running, heavy weight lifting or even just picking up your child.  If you are experiencing trouble with these systems, your pelvic floor should be evaluated properly by a Physical Therapist trained in understanding these issues.  A strong and well-coordinated pelvic floor helps just about everything work better.  Every woman should be able to make it through a movie without having to go to the bathroom, have sex without pain or simply run, walk or carry items without leaking.  Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy has been a standard of care in Europe for years but has only recently become more acknowledged in the US,” says Jennifer Collard, Physical Therapist

Several types of treatments may be used during pelvic floor physical therapy.  These may include exercises, posture and body mechanics training, breathing techniques, soft and deep tissue mobilization, massage, biofeedback and most importantly lifestyle recommendations.  Treatments are always private and last approximately 1 hour. 

About Total Health Associates

Total Heath Associates offers trained professionals to provide chiropractic care, physical therapy, acupuncture, and other drug-free non-surgical therapies. They offer these either alone or in combinations as needed. The practice serves Waldwick, Wyckoff, Ridgewood, and the surrounding communities. 

Visit their website at http://drstevejones.com/ for more information on their services, hours, and location.

Total Health Associates
18 Wyckoff Avenue
Waldwick, NJ  07463
(201) 447-5757