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Think constipation is just about fiber? Think again. 💩If you’ve tried eating more fiber, drinking more water, and taking...
08/03/2026

Think constipation is just about fiber? Think again. 💩
If you’ve tried eating more fiber, drinking more water, and taking laxatives—but you’re still straining or feel like you can’t completely empty your bowels—your pelvic floor muscles could be part of the problem.
Your pelvic floor should lengthen and relax during a bowel movement. When these muscles stay tight or don’t coordinate properly, they can make it difficult to pass stool, even if your diet is on point.
Signs your pelvic floor may be contributing to constipation:
✨ Straining with bowel movements
✨ Feeling like you can’t fully empty
✨ Needing to change positions or “splint” to have a bowel movement
✨ Feeling like stool gets stuck or blocked
Pelvic floor physical therapy can help improve:
✔️ Muscle coordination
✔️ Pelvic floor relaxation
✔️ Breathing mechanics
✔️ Bowel habits and toileting posture
Constipation isn’t something you should have to “just live with.” Identifying the why behind your symptoms is the first step toward lasting relief.
💛 Save this post for later, and share it with someone who’s been told to “just eat more fiber.”
If constipation, pelvic pain, or difficulty emptying your bowels is affecting your quality of life, pelvic floor physical therapy may be able to help.

✨ FREE Pelvic Floor Q&A! ✨Have questions about your pelvic floor but aren’t sure who to ask? This is your chance!Join Dr...
07/06/2026

✨ FREE Pelvic Floor Q&A! ✨

Have questions about your pelvic floor but aren’t sure who to ask? This is your chance!

Join Dr. Olga Koza, PT, DPT, COMT and Dr. Fiona McMahon, PT, DPT, PRPC for a FREE community Q&A covering the basics of pelvic floor health. We’ll discuss everything from pregnancy and postpartum recovery to bladder leaks, pelvic pain, bowel health, core function, and more—and answer your questions in a supportive, judgment-free space.

Hosted by Dee Cheyne of Dee Cheyne Fitness & Nutrition, this is a great opportunity to learn from pelvic floor physical therapists and leave with practical information you can use right away.

📅 Save your spot—it’s completely FREE!
🔗 Register through the link in our bio.

Tag a friend who has been meaning to learn more about pelvic floor health—we’d love to see you there! 💛

🚨 Bladder urgency tip: these habits might actually be making your symptoms worse.If you’re dealing with urinary urgency,...
05/11/2026

🚨 Bladder urgency tip: these habits might actually be making your symptoms worse.
If you’re dealing with urinary urgency, frequent bathroom trips, or that constant “gotta go” feeling, your bladder may be stuck in a stress-response cycle.
Stop doing these 3 things if you have bladder urgency 👇
1️⃣ Just-in-case p*eing
Going “before you need to” trains your bladder to signal urgency sooner and sooner.
2️⃣ Hovering over public toilets
Not fully relaxing your pelvic floor can make it harder to empty your bladder efficiently and may increase tension.
3️⃣ Constantly checking bladder sensations
Hyper-focusing on every urge can increase nervous system sensitivity and make urgency feel even stronger.
The good news? Your bladder can be retrained. 💛
Pelvic floor physical therapy can help improve urinary urgency, bladder frequency, pelvic floor tension, and bladder control without relying only on pads or medications.
Ready to stop planning your life around the bathroom?
👉 Want help retraining your bladder? Link in bio.

If you thought leaking, constipation, pelvic pain, or constantly needing to p*e were “just part of life”… this is your s...
05/08/2026

If you thought leaking, constipation, pelvic pain, or constantly needing to p*e were “just part of life”… this is your sign to stop normalizing it 👀
These symptoms can all be connected to your pelvic floor and nervous system.
Pelvic floor dysfunction can show up as:
✨ urinary urgency
✨ painful intercourse
✨ constipation
✨ low back or hip pain
✨ bladder leaks during exercise
The good news? Pelvic floor physical therapy can help.
At Ember PT, we help people get back to exercising, laughing, traveling, and living without constantly thinking about their bladder or pain.
📍Pelvic floor physical therapy
📩 DM us with questions
🔗 Book an evaluation today

05/06/2026

Just-in-case p*eing might feel helpful, but it can actually train your bladder to think it needs to go way sooner than it really does 👀�Over time → hello urgency, frequency, and that “I JUST went” feeling.
Your bladder isn’t the problem—your habits might be.
✨ What to try instead:�• Let your bladder fill naturally�• Use urge suppression strategies (deep breathing, distraction)�• Trust your body’s signals
If you’re constantly scouting bathrooms, p*eing “just in case,” or feel like your bladder is running the show… it doesn’t have to be that way.
💛 Pelvic floor PT can help retrain your bladder and calm the urgency.
👉 Book an appointment if you’re dealing with urinary urgency, frequency, or leaks—your bladder deserves better.

05/04/2026

Your pelvic floor might not be as relaxed as you think 👀
3 signs to watch for:�✨ Pain (pelvic, hip, low back, or with intimacy)�✨ Peeing all the time (hello urgency + frequency)�✨ Constipation or difficulty emptying
A tight/overactive pelvic floor isn’t just about “strength” — it’s about coordination and the ability to fully relax 💡
If this sounds like you, it’s time to stop guessing and start addressing the root cause.
👉 Book with Emver PT for a full evaluation and personalized plan.

04/29/2026

“Me: I don’t have to p*e”�Also me the second I leave the house: I need a bathroom NOW 🚽😅
If this feels way too familiar, it’s not random—and it’s not just your bladder.�This is often your nervous system + pelvic floor working together, creating urgency even when your bladder isn’t actually full.
👉 “Just in case” p*eing can train your brain + bladder to feel urgency more often�👉 Constant checking keeps the cycle going�👉 Your body is reacting to signals—not just physical need
The good news? This pattern is learned…which means it can be unlearned.
Send this to your “just in case” friend 💬 and save it for later—you’ll want to come back to this.

To p*e or not to p*e? 🚽✨
If you’ve ever felt stuck in the cycle of constant checking, urgency, or anxiety around your bl...
04/27/2026

To p*e or not to p*e? 🚽✨
If you’ve ever felt stuck in the cycle of constant checking, urgency, or anxiety around your bladder—you’re not alone.
Join us for a deep dive into the connection between OCD and pelvic floor dysfunction and how your brain + body may be working against you (and what to do about it).
🧠💡 Learn how thoughts, behaviors, and pelvic floor tension are connected—and walk away with practical strategies you can actually use.
📅 May 27, 2026
⏰ 7:30 PM
💻 Live Webinar
🔗 Link in bio
Hosted by experts in mental health + pelvic health:
Dr. Rachel Hoffman, PsyD
Dr. Fiona McMahon, PT, DPT, PRPC
Save your spot & share with someone who needs this!

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10 Sycamore Avenue
Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ
07423

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Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm

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