You just used the bathroom. You washed your hands. Maybe you even started walking away. And then it happens. That familiar feeling that you need to pee again. If you've ever wondered, "Why do I feel an urge to pee right after I just went?" you're not alone. This is one of the most common questions we hear in pelvic floor physical therapy, and it can be frustrating, confusing, and sometimes even a little alarming. The good news? While there are several possible causes, this sy

If you've been experiencing pain that starts in your low back or buttocks and travels down your leg, you may have been told it's sciatica. But what if your imaging looks normal, traditional treatments haven't helped, or you're also dealing with pelvic pain, bladder issues, or discomfort with sitting? The answer may surprise you: pelvic floor dysfunction can sometimes contribute to symptoms that closely resemble sciatica. At Bonneville Pelvic Health, we often see patients who

If you've noticed urine leakage when you sneeze, a heavy feeling in your pelvis, pain during sex, or persistent core weakness after having a baby, you're not alone. Many women assume these symptoms are simply part of postpartum recovery, but they don't have to be. One of the most common questions we hear at Bonneville Pelvic Health is: When is the best time to start pelvic floor physical therapy after giving birth? The short answer: earlier than most people think. While every

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