Have you ever felt a bulge, pressure, or heaviness in your vagina and wondered, "Is this normal?" Maybe it feels like something is falling out, like you're sitting on a small ball, or you notice a bulge when showering or using the restroom. If so, you're not alone. A sensation of vaginal bulging is one of the most common symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse, a condition that affects millions of women. While it can feel alarming, prolapse is often manageable, and many people find

If you're like many of our patients at Bonneville Pelvic Health, you've probably asked yourself: "Am I really going to have to exercise my pelvic floor muscles forever?" This idea might sound daunting at first—understandably so. But here's a better way to think about it: would you ever stop working your legs? Your core? Your arms? Probably not! Like any muscle group, the pelvic floor muscles require ongoing attention to remain strong, functional, and healthy. Understanding th

When it comes to pelvic floor muscles, many people wonder: are they voluntary or involuntary? The answer is both! Understanding how these muscles function is essential for maintaining pelvic health, preventing dysfunction, and improving overall well-being. If you’re experiencing issues such as urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, or discomfort, a pelvic floor evaluation with a Doctor of Physical Therapy is the best way to determine how your muscles are working and how to improv

If you've ever been to pelvic floor physical therapy, you've probably noticed that your therapist (with a nerdy gleam in their eye) keeps talking about breathing. A lot. But why? Are we just super into yoga? Do we think we’re auditioning for a role as a meditation guru or opera diva? Nope. It turns out that how you breathe has everything to do with how well your pelvic floor and core function. And as pelvic floor PTs, we just can’t help but geek out over it! The Diaphragm & P

When most people hear about pelvic floor physical therapy, they often picture new moms trying to recover from childbirth. While that’s certainly one reason to seek pelvic floor therapy, here’s the truth: EVERYONE has a pelvic floor, and it’s never too late to take care of it! Whether you’re in your 20s, 40s, or 70s, strengthening and healing your pelvic floor can dramatically improve your quality of life. At Bonneville Pelvic Health, we believe that every person deserves to f

Pelvic pain can be difficult to manage, affecting daily activities, comfort, and quality of life. Whether it’s pain during movement, sitting, or intimate moments, those who experience pelvic pain know that it isn’t just physical; it can also impact emotional and mental well-being. At Bonneville Pelvic Health, we understand that receiving treatment isn’t just about the physical symptoms—it’s about how you feel during the process. That’s why trauma-informed care is central to o

What is the pelvic floor? The pelvic floor is a bowl of muscles at the bottom of the pelvis that helps to control bowel, bladder, and sexual function. It consists of three layers from superficial to deep that have differing functions. The first and second layers (meaning the more superficial) are smaller muscles that all come together to create the openings that allow for essential bodily functions. The openings are the urethra, vagina (females), and anus. The functions (yo