The 5 Things We Wish You Knew About Pudendal Neuralgia

By Pelvic Guru | January 10, 2015 |

The 5 Things We Wish PTs, MDs, and Patients Knew About Pudendal Neuralgia and Pudendal Nerve Entrapment Tracy Sher, MPT, CSCS and Loretta J. Robertson, PT, MS Why is the diagnosis of Pudendal Neuralgia confused with Pudendal Nerve Entrapment? Why are there so many misdiagnoses with pudendal symptoms? Its complex. We are both pelvic physical…

So, You Need Defecography Testing for Bowel Issues? Dispelling the Top 5 Myths

By Pelvic Guru | June 18, 2014 |

A common scenario: You have constipation, but the cause is unknown (and may have several underlying factors). There are a variety of tests for constipation. What if your physician orders a “DEFECOGRAM?” This is actually quite a common test, but if you search the internet, it will likely leave you with questions and fears. Dr.…

Kegels and Comedy? Meet Gusset Grippers.

By Pelvic Guru | February 3, 2014 |

Meet Gusset Grippers. Stand-up comedy about ‘wee’, ‘pish’, and ‘banging on’. The 1st Pelvic Professional Spotlight MEET GUSSET GRIPPERS! Who is Elaine Miller, A.K.A Gussie Grips, Gusset Grippers? Usually, discussing matters of urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse is NO laughing matter. However, there’s a fabulous, hilarious physiotherapist in the UK (Edinburgh, Scotland) who’s found…

What IS Pelvic Physical Therapy and Why Doesn’t EVERYONE Know About It?

By Pelvic Guru | December 28, 2013 |

True story – During graduate school (Northwestern shout out) for physical therapy over 15 years ago, I distinctly remember turning to a friend in class and stating emphatically, “Mark my words, I will NEVER EVER do what the therapist is doing in that video. NEVER. Why are we even seeing this in class?”. You may wonder…

Bladder Pain and Bowel Issues – Oy! IPPS Conference Highlight Series, Part 1

By Pelvic Guru | November 17, 2013 |

Bladder Pain and Bowel Issues – Oy! Highlights on these topics from the International Pelvic Pain Society Conference in Orlando, FL, October 17-20, 2013. The 2013 International Pelvic Pain Society (IPPS) Conference was highly anticipated and with great reason! We were impressed by the excellent clinical information for first-time and return attendees to the conference.…

Pelvic Pain Research: What’s Happening and Who’s Recruiting?

By Pelvic Guru | October 23, 2013 |

Pelvic pain research “nerd alert”. You have been warned! Here’s a sampling of some of the great research projects and trials (primarily pelvic pain with some others sprinkled in) listed as CURRENTLY recruiting subjects in the United States and Canada. Who else hopes the funding dollars are there to support these (crossing fingers)!? Let’s face it: pelvic…

10 Common Misconceptions About Pelvic Physical Therapy

By Pelvic Guru | August 5, 2013 |

Have you ever heard of pelvic physical therapy before? Many have not, but this specialty can be a crucial part of someone’s complete medical care – for women, men, and even children. As one my patients recently said, “I had no idea this sort of thing exists, but I’m sure glad I found it because…

Medicare G-Code Shortcut Tables: Pelvic PT Jackpot!

By Pelvic Guru | April 12, 2013 |

* Update 6/12/13 We are thrilled with the positive response we received for the free Pelvic PDF we offered. We received many requests for ortho, neuro, and vestibular tests as well. Here they are! Click Here for PDFs! Ortho, Neuro, Vestibular! (Free Pelvic still available) A huge thank you goes to Heather Edwards for…

The Ultimate Pelvic Anatomy Resource

By Pelvic Guru | January 12, 2013 |

Pelvic Guru 2012: Most Popular Posts

By Pelvic Guru | December 25, 2012 |

If you have an interest in pelvic health, you’ll likely want to bookmark this post for reference! What an exciting year for Pelvic Guru! I started Pelvic Guru in mid-2012 with the goal of providing good information, injected with humor at times, regarding anything related to pelvic health. The amount of support and engagement on…