Empower Wellness Blog

A trusted resource for pelvic and orthopedic physical therapy. We share practical insights to help you understand your body, stay active, and get the most out of your care.

Maximizing Recovery: The Benefits of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Prostate Surgery Patients

September is Prostate Health Awareness Month, what does this have to do with Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy? What is the prostate? The...

Pain With Sex During Vaginal Penetration (Dyspareunia): Causes and How Pelvic Floor PT Can Help

Our goal isn’t just to reduce pain during vaginal penetration — it’s to help you rebuild trust in your body and feel grounded, capable, and in control again.

Pelvic Health Intentions for 2025

Hi everyone! Welcome back to the vlog. Today, we’re talking about something I think is really helpful—setting intentions. And don’t...

Holiday Constipation: Tips to Ease Discomfort and Stay Regular

Hi everyone, welcome to the holiday episode of the vlog. The holidays are finally here and they're an amazing time for family and friends...

What Actually Happens in Your First Pelvic PT Session?

I'm excited to be here to talk about something that can feel like a big mystery for a lot of people, and that is what actually happens in...

What is the connection between stress, anxiety, and your pelvic floor?

Today I want to talk about the connection between stress, anxiety, and your pelvic floor.

Is there more to your shoulder pain?

At Empower Physical Therapy, we see people in the perimenopausal or menopausal phase start to come into us with shoulder pain as one of...

Is it safe for pregnant women to do the Valsalva Maneuver?

Excited to kick off our vlog answering client questions. First up: Is the Valsalva safe in pregnancy?