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9 Tips That You Need Pelvic Floor Therapy

You need pelvic floor therapy

Author | Dr. Maureen O’Keefe, DPT We’ve got you covered! In this article we will detail 9 common signs and symptoms that you need pelvic floor therapy. At Purple Mountain PT we specialize in providing pelvic health care for women, men and kids. And very often our patients tell us “I wish I knew about […]

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8 Ways Pelvic PT Helps IBS

Pelvic PT Helps IBS Patient who has IBS lying on table and PT massaging abdomen

Author: Dr. Maureen O’Keefe, DPT specialist in pelvic floor dysfunction, bladder, bowel and pelvic pain physical therapy There are so many things that pelvic PT can help if you have IBS! Here at Purple Mountain PT we help individuals overcome pelvic pain, bladder, bowel and intimacy problems. Many of our patients come to us and […]

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How to fix Diastasis Recti without Surgery

Guest blog post written by Meenakshi Singh, PT pelvic health specialist & owner of Revive Physical Therapy in Issaquah, Washington What is Diastasis Recti? Diastasis Recti which is commonly known as mommy tummy is a separation of Rectus Abdominis (6 pack )muscle from the midline connective tissue called linea alba. The Linea alba is connective […]

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The Pelvic Floor Doula

Why a doula cares so much about your pelvic floor Photo credit to Emily Croff- Finding fire Photography What Is A Doula? I never thought I’d be here- a doula, running my own company, teaming with other doulas and supporting them, knowing so much about the birth world. And yet here I am, and I […]

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Physical Therapy Resolves Vaginismus and Dyspareunia

Physical Therapy Resolves Vaginismus and Dyspareunia

Dr. Maureen O’Keefe, DPT | February 11, 2022 Have you wondered if physical therapy can resolve vaginismus and dyspareunia and, if so, what does it entail? We have answers to your questions! We are Purple Mountain Physical Therapy, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan and we specialize in providing physical therapy to resolve your vaginismus and […]

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Sciatica Treatment in Grand Rapids

Sciatica treatment in Grand Rapids

Dr. Maureen O’Keefe, DPT | February 7, 2022 How to Fix Sciatica and Finally Overcome the Agonizing Pain. There is high quality treatment for sciatica in Grand Rapids! If you are looking for Sciatica treatment in Grand Rapids, Michigan, we can help you! At Purple Mountain Physical Therapy our licensed physical therapists are specialists in […]

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Pelvic Floor Exercises for Women

Pelvic floor exercises for women

Dr. Maureen O’Keefe, DPT | February 7, 2022 Are You Looking For Pelvic Floor Exercises For Women? Wondering where to start? Here we will give you some tips! We are Purple Mountain Physical Therapy, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and we specialize in pelvic floor dysfunction for women, men, and kids. This means that every […]

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Physical Therapy for Neck Pain and Headaches

Neck pain and Headaches

Maureen O’Keefe | February 7, 2022 Physical Therapy for neck pain and headaches in Grand Rapids We specialize in providing physical therapy for neck pain and headaches and TM joint disorders. Our methods are a combination of manual therapy (very specific myofascial massage, trigger point release and joint mobilization) and exercises that correct muscle imbalances […]

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What Constipation Feels Like

What constipation feels like Tips To Ease Your Pelvic Pain: Dr. Maureen O'Keefe sitting in the Purple Mountain Treatment Room

Are You Wondering What Constipation Feels Like and Whether Physical Therapy can Help You? At Purple Mountain Physical Therapy, we are specialists at treating adults and children who have pelvic problems, pelvic pain, bladder and bowel troubles, pelvic floor dysfunction and constipation. Many of our patients are pleasantly surprised to learn that physical therapy can […]

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Why is My Child Bloated?

Picture of Physical Therapist Standing, Holding weight, near Purple Mountain PT sign with Pediatric Bladder & Bowel PT banner

Why is my child bloated? If you are looking for information and tips for how to fix bloating for your child, read on. At Purple Mountain Physical Therapy we specialize in bladder and bowel rehabilitation for children and adults. Our licensed physical therapist is specifically trained in pediatric bladder and bowel development and many times […]

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