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Pain with Sex Postpartum
Kelsey Shumway Kelsey Shumway

Pain with Sex Postpartum

Experiencing painful intercourse, also known as dyspareunia, is not uncommon postpartum. There are several reasons why you might be experiencing this discomfort. Here are three potential causes of painful intercourse after giving birth:

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Low back pain from an epidural
Kelsey Shumway Kelsey Shumway

Low back pain from an epidural

While it is possible for some women to experience low back pain after receiving an epidural during labor, it is important to note that epidurals themselves do not directly cause long-term or chronic low back pain. However, there are a few factors associated with epidurals that can contribute to temporary discomfort in the lower back.

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Why does my lower back hurt after birth
Kelsey Shumway Kelsey Shumway

Why does my lower back hurt after birth

While low back is a common complaint, understanding why your lower back may hurt after giving birth is crucial to finding relief. In this blog post, we will explore the potential causes of postpartum lower back pain and discuss effective remedies to help you navigate this phase of your postpartum recovery.

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How to return to CrossFit Postpartum
Kelsey Shumway Kelsey Shumway

How to return to CrossFit Postpartum

Returning to CrossFit postpartum can be a scary next step. You get the “all clear from the doctor” but what does that mean? Where do you even begin?

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Management of Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP)
Kelsey Shumway Kelsey Shumway

Management of Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP)

Prolapse is a laxity or a loss of support in the vaginal wall. There are different types of POP and are classified based on where that loss of support is. At Shift Physical Therapy we understand how POP can negatively influence physical activity, self-image and ultimately quality of life.

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Constipation Management
Kelsey Shumway Kelsey Shumway

Constipation Management

Do you frequently have 3 or less bowel movements a week? If so you might be dealing with constipation. The way you manage constipation can drastically impact your pelvic floor function. In this blog post we will be discussing factors that influence constipation, tips and tricks to improve it, and how to know if you are experiencing constipation.

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Diastasis Recti- Do you have it?
Kelsey Shumway Kelsey Shumway

Diastasis Recti- Do you have it?

Learn what diastasis recti is, what you can start doing after pregnancy to starting healing, how to screen for it, and what to do if you are struggling with persistent diastasis recti.

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