How Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Help with Pain, Pregnancy and Postpartum with Dr. Ariel Gallop

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Here’s what you can expect from this episode:

Pelvic floor therapy goes beyond Kegels and managing urinary leakage; it’s also crucial for addressing a range of issues including UTIs, endometriosis, and postpartum recovery. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Ariel Gallop, a physical therapist with a special certification in pelvic floor treatment, to delve into this important topic.

We’ll discuss who can benefit from pelvic floor therapy, exploring its role during pregnancy, postpartum, and in the management of pelvic pain. We’ll also tackle some common misconceptions about pelvic floor therapy to give you a clearer picture of what it involves.

This episode is packed with expert advice designed to make a significant difference in your pregnancy journey and postpartum recovery. Whether you’re a soon-to-be mother, a new mom, or simply interested in learning more about pelvic health, this episode is tailored for you!

Meet Dr. Ariel: 

Ariel is a physical therapist with special certification to treat the pelvic floor. She is the owner of Restore Pelvic Therapy in San Diego. She’s done extensive training in pain management as well as visceral mobilization. She is passionate about working with people that have pain with sex. When not working, you’ll find Ariel searching for the best burrito in San Diego, reading the next book club “hit”, listening to true crime podcasts, hiking Cowles Mountain with her dog Sadie, or doing beach yoga.

Topics covered on pelvic floor therapy: 

  • The ideal timeline for engaging in physical therapy throughout pregnancy and into the postpartum period
  • The critical importance of mobility in the hips and pelvic floor muscles for facilitating smoother labor
  • Key stretches and exercises recommended to optimally prepare for labor
  • A comparison of traditional insurance-based physical therapy versus private practice physical therapy
  • What to expect during an initial consultation with Dr. Ariel Gallop

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The Health Uncovered podcast is on a mission to uncover the healthcare providers and treatment options you didn’t know existed. This show is for healthcare providers who want to think outside of the box to get their patients’ answers and for those struggling on their health journey. Each week, your host Dr. Mercedes Cook and her guests will be sharing health tips and treatment options to help you get to the root cause of your health issues. If you’re tired of seeing doctor after doctor with no answers then this show is for you! You’ll learn all kinds of healthcare options that are available so you can move forward on your healing journey more confident than ever!