Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a common but often overlooked condition that affects many women, especially after childbirth, pelvic surgeries, or with age-related changes. While it can feel overwhelming, prolapse is highly treatable , and physical therapy is one of the most effective conservative treatment options available. What Is Pelvic Organ Prolapse? Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the muscles and connective tissues that support the pelvic organs become weakened or str

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is often associated with breathing difficulties, coughing, and fatigue. But many people with COPD also experience muscle weakness , especially in the arms, legs, and core. This weakness isn’t just inconvenient—it can make everyday tasks like walking, climbing stairs, or carrying groceries increasingly difficult, and can even worsen shortness of breath. Why Muscle Weakness Happens in COPD Muscle weakness in COPD happens for several

Shoulder injuries are among the most common musculoskeletal problems seen in physical therapy — and also among the longest to recover from. The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body, capable of moving in nearly every direction. But that same freedom of motion also makes it one of the least stable, relying on a precise balance of muscles, tendons, and joint mechanics to function properly. When that balance is disrupted by injury — whether from a rotator cuff tear, impi

The Story Behind the Scalpel In her thought-provoking piece, “The Spinal Surgeries That Didn’t Need to Happen” (New York Magazine, 2025),...