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Fiber is often recommended for constipation, but not all fiber works the same way. One type that has particularly good evidence for constipation is psyllium husk. Psyllium is a soluble, gel-forming fiber. It absorbs water in the intestines, swells, and helps create a softer, bulkier stool that is easier to pass.

You don’t need an extra hour in your day to begin working toward feeling better. You need a treatment plan that takes your symptoms, your goals, and your real life into account.

A sudden, intense urge to urinate can make you feel like you need to rush to the bathroom immediately. For some people, hurrying to the toilet actually makes the urgency stronger and can increase the chance of leakage.

One-on-one orthopedic physical therapy for pain, mobility, and recovery with Dr. Anhelina Anufryienka, PT, DPT in Aurora, Colorado.

One-on-one orthopedic physical therapy for pain, mobility, and recovery with Dr. Anhelina Anufryienka, PT, DPT in Aurora, Colorado.

Pelvic floor muscles need to do more than contract. They also need to relax, lengthen, and coordinate with your breathing, bladder, bowel, and movement. When these muscles stay too tight or do not relax at the right time, people may experience pelvic pain, urinary urgency or frequency, difficulty starting urination, constipation, pain with intercourse, tailbone pain, or a feeling of pelvic tension. Learning to relax the pelvic floor can be just as important as learning to str

The Knack technique is a simple pelvic floor strategy that may help reduce urine leakage during activities that suddenly increase pressure inside the abdomen. This can include: Coughing Sneezing Standing up from a chair Lifting Laughing Certain exercises Other movements that usually trigger leakage The key is timing. Your pelvic floor should contract before the pressure or movement happens. What Is the Knack Technique? The pelvic floor muscles help support the bladder and ure

Pelvic floor physical therapy is a specialized form of PT that addresses dysfunction in the muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues of the pelvic region. Learn how it can help you.

Post-void dribbling is the leakage of a small amount of urine after you think you have finished urinating. This can happen when a small amount of urine remains in the urethra and leaks out when you stand, walk, or adjust your clothing. A few simple techniques can help clear the remaining urine before you leave the bathroom. Why Does Post-Void Dribbling Happen? After urination, a small amount of urine may stay inside the urethra. Pelvic floor muscle contractions and a gentle u

Many people think that having a bowel movement means they need to push hard. In reality, strong pushing and straining can make it harder for stool to come out. When you hold your breath and bear down, the muscles around the pelvis and rectum may tighten instead of relax. This can create more pressure, more discomfort, and sometimes a feeling that you are not fully empty. During a healthy bowel movement, the pelvic floor muscles need to relax and lengthen. These muscles sit at

Kegel exercises are designed to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, the muscles that help support the bladder, bowel, and pelvic organs. When performed correctly, they can help improve bladder control, pelvic support, and coordination. The most important part is making sure you are using the right muscles and allowing them to fully relax between contractions. First, Find the Right Muscles Think about the muscles you would use to: Stop yourself from passing gas Gently stop th

A weak urine stream, slow flow, hesitancy, or difficulty starting urination can sometimes be related to the pelvic floor muscles being too tight or not relaxing at the right time. During normal urination, the bladder contracts while the pelvic floor muscles relax. If the pelvic floor remains tense, it can make it harder for urine to flow freely and may contribute to a weak, interrupted, or delayed stream. How to Urinate Without Straining Try these steps when using the bathroo

If you've ever felt a sharp twinge or a deep, achy pain in the front of your knee on the way down a hill, but not on the way up, you're not imagining things, and you're definitely not alone. Downhill knee pain is one of the most common complaints we hear from runners, hikers, and everyday walkers alike. The good news is that it almost always has a clear, fixable cause. Let's break down why this happens, what it usually feels like, and how physical therapy can get you back on

Dr. Anhelina Anufryienka, PT, DPT is the founder of Corex Physical Therapy in Aurora, CO. Learn about her training, philosophy, and specialized focus on pelvic floor and orthopedic PT.

Discover what makes Corex Physical Therapy different: one-on-one doctor-led care, private sessions, and evidence-based treatment in Aurora, Colorado.

If you are experiencing urinary leakage, pelvic pain, constipation, painful intercourse, pelvic pressure, pregnancy or postpartum concerns, or symptoms related to prostate surgery, CoreX Physical Therapy is here to help. We provide private, one-on-one pelvic health physical therapy for women and men in Aurora and the Denver metro area.

Giving birth changes your body in profound ways. Pelvic floor physical therapy can accelerate your postpartum recovery, address diastasis recti, and help you feel like yourself again.