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Last week we covered Upper Cross Syndrome and this week, we're covering Lower Cross Syndrome on the blog and YouTube channel! So What is Lower Cross Syndrome? Similar to Upper Cross Syndrome, Lower Cross Syndrome (LCS) is an umbrella term for a pattern of muscular imbalances in the front and back of the lower body. Due to factors such as trauma, injuries, habits, and poor posture, some muscles in the lower body region can become tight and others can become weak creating a cro...ssed pattern in relation to each other. Lower Cross Syndrome can cause symptoms such as: low back pain, leg and hip tightness and/or pain, tingling and numbness throughout the legs and feet due to nerve compression, labral tears,herniated discs, and arthritic changes to the spine. To alleviate the symptoms of Lower Cross Syndrome, balance needs to be restored by stretching tight muscles and strengthening weak muscles. While you could begin to address your LCS through DIY stretches and exercises, the body is a complex structure with 360 musclesmaking it difficult to pinpoint what your "problem" muscles are and how to effectively stretch and strengthen the right muscles. A skilled physical therapist,like those atRebalance Physical Therapy, can look at individual muscles and your body as a whole system to evaluate your imbalances and how best to address them. If you live in the Greater Philadelphia area and are suffering from Lower Cross Syndrome, please visit Rebalance Physical Therapy in person! If you are unable to travel, we are also doing phone consults and Telehealth visits. We will work with your past and current medical history to figure out how to help you recover. We currently have online programming for Male and Female Pelvic Pain and C-Section Solutions to help our patients take their recovery and healing at their own pace. If you would be interested in a similar online program for muscular imbalances, please let us know! With our online programs, Rebalance PT aims to empower you through accessible, evidence-based information, to help you restore and rebalance your body.

Full blog link in the bio! Upper Cross Syndrome (UCS) is an umbrella turn for a particular pattern of muscular imbalances in the upper body. It gets its name from the "X" pattern created from a combination of tight and weak muscles. We are especially vulnerable to poor posture and Upper Cross Syndrome during the COVID-19 pandemic because we're at home more often and tend to look at screens more frequently throughout the day. Symptoms of Upper Cross Syndrome include head an...d neck pain, headaches, anatomical changes in the elbows, forearms, and hands, and even tingling sensations throughout the arm. If you are experiencing any of these above symptoms, you could be suffering from the muscle imbalances of UCS. You can begin to address the symptoms of UCS with stretches to target the chest muscles, the muscles at the side of the neck, and the muscles at the back of the head. You can also make postural corrections and build a more ergonomic workspace at home. However, oftentimes dealing with UCS is not as simple as adding a few stretches into your daily routine. To be fully recovered and free from the symptoms of Upper Cross Syndrome, there aremany muscles that need to be addressed. For you, there may be a very small, specific muscle that is your "problem" muscle that can't be stretch with a simple YouTube tutorial. This is where treatment from a skilled physical therapistcomes inthey can help you pinpoint your issues and improve muscular imbalances with a targeted treatment plan. If you live in the Greater Philadelphia area and are suffering from Upper Cross Syndrome, please visit Rebalance Physical Therapy in person! We can treat your muscle imbalances to improve your symptoms and improve your quality of life. If you are unable to travel, we are also doing phone consults and Telehealth visits. We currently have online programming for Male and Female Pelvic Pain and C-Section Solutions to help our patients take their recovery and healing at their own pace. If you would be interested in a similar online program for muscular imbalances, please let us know!

Have you ever experienced genital pain, perineal pain, or pain in the rectal area? Initially, you may have thought the pain was due to an infection or a sexually transmitted disease. Howeverafter being testedyour results came back negative and you're still experiencing the pain. So What's the Problem? Here at Rebalance Physical Therapy, our clinicians have over 20 years of experience specializing in pelvic floor physical therapy and treating pelvic floor dysfunction. If you...'re still suffering from genital, perineal, or rectal pain, and you have tested negative for STDs and infections, your pain is probably due to dysfunction with your pelvic floor muscles. The pelvic floor muscles are a group of muscles that sit within the pelvis and surround the structures within the pelvis. They even line the underside of the pelvisalso known as the perineal area. Because of the unique placement and distribution of the pelvic floor, well-functioning muscles are vital for daily activities and pain-free living. Unfortunately, it's not uncommon for many health care providers to disregard the pelvic floor or not fully understand how they affect bodily function. The reality is that tight or dysfunctioning pelvic floor muscles can cause a multitude of problems. Perineal pain, genital pain, bladder symptoms, gastrointestinal issues, and colorectal issues can all be related to dysfunctioning pelvic floor muscles. When pelvic floor muscles become tight, they may create referred pain in the structures of the perineum. Tight pelvic floor muscles can also affect bowel movements and bladder symptoms, trigger irritable bowel syndrome, cause hip and back pain, and even impair sexual function. Want to know your path to recovery and treatment? Check out out latest blog post, link in the bio!

At Rebalance Physical Therapy we have been using products fromReal PPE @real.ppe for the past few months, both in our clinics and personally. After trying many different Personal Protective Equipment suppliers and products since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been blown away by the quality of Real PPE's products. We highly recommendReal PPE if you are in need of masks (including N95 masks with and without a valve), goggles, face shields, hand sanitizer, no-cont...act thermometers, and other PPE. They also have incredibly responsive and helpful customer service if you have any questions or issues with your products! Some of our favorites include theKN95 Mask,hand sanitizer, andface shield. Real PPE is a PPE company founded by doctors to specifically battle COVID-19 by supplying health care workers, small businesses, and everyday people with quality products. Plus, for every N95 mask sold, they donate one 3-Ply mask to health care workers!

With colder weather and COVID-restrictions, we're all sitting and staring at screens more. Increased inactivity makes having correct posture, both when sitting and standing, important now more than ever. Do you find yourself suffering from more back, shoulder, or neck pain? Maybe you're experiencing feelings of overall "tightness"? Your posture may be the culprit. Incorrect posture can be harmful to the structure of the body as a whole, reducing muscle functionality, tighteni...ng ligaments, and causing joint pain. A slouched, forward-head position can cause ligaments and muscles along the back of the body to strain from tension and become tight. Meanwhile, the ligaments and muscles along the front of the body can become slack, compressed, and weakened. Consistently poor posture can even causebones to change shape and accelerate degenerative changes in the spine. Want to learn more? Can physical therapy help you perfect your posture again? Click the link in the bio for the full blog!

We’re all finding ways to stay active and workout at home with the recent increase in remote work and schooling. Fortunately, there is a wealth of at-home workout videos and programs to follow that fit into every schedule. However, here at Rebalance Physical Therapy, we’re seeing many people who have developed mysterious aches, neck pains, and experienced arm tingling after working out with at-home exercise videos. Think about what movements you’re typically doing in at-home... workouts: it’s mainly bodyweight exercisesbecause most of us do not have weights at homeand a lot more upper body work including planks, push-ups, and more complex exercises like burpees. These movements can put a lot more tension into the head and neck and may also cause arm tingling, numbness, and pain. You could also even feel sensations in your jaw and throughout your face. So What's Going On Learn more in our latest blog here: https://www.rebalancept.com/pain-at-home-workout/

After undergoing cancer treatment, people are first and foremost thankful that they are alive and received treatment. However, we know from patients treated here atRebalance Physical Therapythat quality of life after cancer iskey. From first-hand accounts, we’ve heard that poor quality of life and a poor sex life can be even worse than the treatment itself. Oftentimes, physicians do not address quality of life issues that patients have after undergoing cancer treatments (b...reast, rectal, pelvic, etc.). There are some considerations and side effectssuch as painful intercourse and difficulty with peeing or bowel movementsfrom cancer treatments that are not frequently talked about or fully explained, leading to a more frustrating recovery. So What's Going On and What Can I Do to Get Help? Our newest YouTube video and blog cover this very subject! Follow the link in the bio.

Wearing masks have become the new normalit has also literally become a pain in the neck. Those of us required to wear masks for prolonged periods of time often start to feel pain and discomfort around the neck, jaw, and head. + Finding a mask that fits properly and comfortably is the key to lessening and preventing neck and head pain. You may need to try on a variety of different masks until you find the perfect fit for you. + It’s similar to shopping for a pair of new... shoesif your shoes don’t fit properly and are uncomfortable, you will likely experience pain in your ankles, knees, hips, and back. Instead, you should take the time to try on different styles and sizes to find your ideal pair of shoes. The same principle applies to mask purchasing and wearing. + Check out our newest blog post to know what to look for when purchasing a mask. You'll learn how wearing the wrong mask can really hurt you and how to avoid pain from prolonged mask-wearing. And, if you are already experiencing head and neck pain, how physical therapy at Rebalance PT can help you find relief! + https://www.rebalancept.com/face-mask-head-and-neck-pain/ See more

You may have taken many workshops and learned how to take care of your baby, but what about YOU? Join Hina Sheth for a fun and informative presentation to learn about the common problems women encounter after having a baby and the interconnections between your posture, pelvic floor, and the core. Common questions you may have: * Why does my core feel completely weak?... * Why do I still look pregnant? * Is it normal for sex to hurt and for how long? * Why am I leaking when I cough, sneeze or work out? * Why is there a gap in my abdomen? * Why does my neck, back, butt, and everything in between hurt? * When is it safe to start an exercise program? * What can I do to strengthen my core? .and many more will be answered! This workshop will be VIRTUAL and hosted in conjunction with our friends at Mama’s Wellness Joint @mamaswellnessjoint in Center City, Philadelphia on Tuesday 9/29 from 7 - 8:30pm. Workshop pricing is $30. For more details and to sign up: https://www.rebalancept.com/i-had-the-baby-but-what-about-/

If you've ever had a Cesarean Section, you know it's no joke! You may be hesitant or fearful to attempt a vaginal birth after undergoing a C-section for your next child. However, did you know that **90%** of women who have undergone a C-section delivery are candidates for a vaginal birth after Cesarean section (VBAC)? On our latest blog post, learn the effects of a C-Section delivery, the benefits of a vaginal delivery, and if a VBAC might be the best option for you. Pro...per rehabilitation after a C-Section and through pregnancy is key for healing and recovery. If you are not able to visit a pelvic floor physical therapist in-person, Rebalance Physical Therapy can help with the at-home C-Section Solution video course! If you've had a C-section before and didn’t get the right rehab, our online program can help improve your core and scar tissue to prepare you for a safe and healthy VBAC https://www.rebalancept.com/vaginal-birth-after-cesarean-s/ See more

Thank you for choosing Rebalance Physical Therapy! We would love for you to share your experience with us on Google. Every review helps us expand our reach and improve our patient’s quality of life. If you leave us a Google review from September 1 November 30, 2020, you’ll be entered to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card as a Thank You from us! Follow the link below to leave a review for our Narberth and Center City locations: https://www.rebalancept.com/google-review-fall-20/

Have you suffered from vaginismus or female pelvic floor dysfunction? Do you want to start or grow your family but are worried about your pregnancy and potential pelvic pain? NEW on the blog: We cover all you need to know about vaginismus, pregnancy, and how pelvic floor physical therapy can help you have a healthy pregnancy and birth.

The health and wellness of our patients and employees is our first priority at Rebalance PT. We are monitoring the spread of the Coronavirus and are keeping an eye out for updates as the CDC publishes more information. Our practice is currently taking proactive and preventative measures to protect against exposure within our Center City and Narberth clinics. --Hand sanitizer is available at the front desk, waiting room, and in each treatment room. ... --Our bathrooms are stocked with hand soap. We strongly encourage our patients to wash their hands upon entry/exit both to/from the clinic. --Treatment rooms are disinfected with a diluted bleach solution (as advised by the CDC) in between patients. --All sheets/pillowcases are washed with hot water/bleach after each use. --All high-touch surfaces (door knobs, faucet handles, gym equipment, etc) will be regularly disinfected throughout the day. --General reminder to avoid touching your face (eyes, nose, mouth), sharing cups, and practicing good hand hygiene. If you have any concerns for your health or are not feeling well, it is recommended that you stay home. Please try to adhere to our 24-hour cancellation policy as closely as possible so our therapists can plan accordingly. These continue to be our sick guidelines for cancelling or re-scheduling sessions: Clients must stay home: --for 48 hours after last episode of vomiting or diarrhea --for 48 hours after last elevated temperature --for 48 hours after last does of anti-fever medication AND normal temperature for 48 hours --for 48 hours after antibiotics are begun for strep infections --if they are not feeling well enough to participate in school --if cough or cold symptoms are present For more information please see the CDC website: http://ow.ly/yAuI50yJ5tG For your reference, you can view this information on our website here: https://www.rebalancept.com/rebalances-preventative-measur/

International Women's Day is March 8. There are many ways to celebrate this holiday. One of the ways that we support International Women's Day at Rebalance is by creating greater awareness of pelvic pain conditions that effect women. More and more is being understood about women's pelvic health and wellness. However, many women still don't know what certain pain can indicate or the range of conditions they can experience. There are three conditions that often get blurred toge...ther: Vaginismus, Vulvodynia and Vestibulodynia. In our latest blog, we explain the differences between all three conditions as well as the signs and symptoms of each. Click the link below to read the full post: https://www.rebalancept.com/international-womens-month-reb/

Do you feel like there's PRESSURE in your pelvis? It might feel like: --When you sit, there's a ton of pressure in your pelvis. --There's something stuck, like a golf ball, in your rectum. --There's pressure in your rectum or vagina.... --You have pain in your scrotal or testicular area. --It feels like you have UTI (but labs show you don't). --Your tailbone hurts every time you sit. --It's uncomfortable to sit and drive for long periods of time. These are all symptoms of levator ani syndrome. The levator ani is the deepest layer of the pelvic floor muscles. When these muscles are spasmed, it can cause symptoms like the ones listed above. See our latest blog to learn more on levator ani syndrome: https://www.rebalancept.com/i-feel-like-theres-pressure-in/

Planning on taking a winter road trip over the holiday weekend? Long car trips can be surprisingly hard on your body. Sitting in the same position, especially if you're holding the steering wheel, can lead to conditions including: low back pain neck and shoulder pain tension in your hip flexor tight hamstrings ... There are certain precautions you can take to help your body make it through the long drive without injury. See our latest blog post with 8 simple ways to drive ergonomically: Click to learn 8 simple tips to drive ergonomically: https://www.rebalancept.com/taking-a-road-trip-for-the-hol/

Winter is in full swing! Even though it's cold outside, you can still get your outdoor workout in. When you're working out in colder temperatures, there are a few things that you can do to better prepare your body to move in the cold. See our latest blog to learn more:... https://www.rebalancept.com/our-favorite-spots-to-run-outs/ See more

There's still a few spots left for our yoga workshop with Stephanie on February 6! In addition to being a Physical Therapist, Stephanie is certified in Medical Therapeutic Yoga. What's that? Basically, MTY uses yoga as a tool for treating physical ailments - such as joint pain or low back pain. In this workshop, Stephanie will focus on using healthy yoga postures to create joint stability and maintain the health of your joints. You can utilize the postures and modifications y...ou learn in your home practice or bring the information to your mat during your favorite yoga studio class. Many people suffer from joint instability - although it often shows up as conditions such as: bursitis groin pain general hip pain lower pelvic pain abdominal pain Joint instability is caused by the hip joint is in a bad position OR not enough strength to hold the joint in a healthy place. Yoga is a great tool to help get your joints in a better alignment and learn healthy movement patterns. This workshop is for all levels of practitioner. For full event details and registration, click the link below to learn more: https://www.rebalancept.com/yoga-for-joint-preservation-av/