Dr. Daniela Moise A Cesarean birth is life-changing, but recovery often comes with unique challenges. Many women feel disconnected from their lower abdomen and avoid touching their scar, worried it might hurt or reopen. This fear can slow healing, cause stiffness, and lead to issues such as pain, bladder or bowel changes, and difficulty moving. When to Start … Read more
Dr Daniela Moise, DPT For many women, the idea of a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) can feel both empowering and uncertain. While no one can guarantee the outcome, preparation can make a significant difference in how you feel during labor and birth. Think of it like training for a marathon—you may not know exactly … Read more
by Dr Daniela Moise, DPT, MDNC Water supports, lifts, and calms. Whether you’re floating, stretching, or simply breathing in stillness, water offers a powerful reset for the body and mind. Water is one of the most powerful and underutilized tools in rehabilitation and recovery since ancient times. Whether used externally through hydrotherapy or internally through … Read more
Dr. Daniela Moise, DPT Football demands power and agility—our rehab and injury prevention help athletes recover stronger and stay in the game longer. At Advance Core Physical Therapy, we believe rehabilitation is more than just recovery—it’s a launchpad for improved performance and injury prevention. Without proper rehab, athletes are more likely to face re-injury or chronic … Read more
Dr Daniela Moise,DPT What Is Diastasis Recti? Diastasis recti is a separation of the abdominal muscles — specifically, the rectus abdominis, or the “six-pack” muscles. It happens when the connective tissue (the linea alba) between those muscles stretches and thins, often due to: In simple terms: the belly stretches beyond its limit, and the muscles don’t fully … Read more
You’re Not Alone. And You’re Not Broken. Have you been experiencing burning, itching, tightness, or pain with intimacy—even though your test results come back “normal”?Do you leak urine when you sneeze, cough, laugh, or jump—but are told it’s just part of getting older? You are not imagining things. And you do not need to live … Read more
Dr Daniela Moise, PT, MDNC Core Physical Therapy | Lincoln Square, Chicago I Had My Baby Years Ago. Why Am I Still Leaking? You’re not alone—and you’re not broken. At Advance Core Physical Therapy in Lincoln Square, Chicago, we meet many patients who’ve been quietly dealing with leaking for years. They’ve tried Kegels. They’ve been … Read more
Dr Daniela Moise, DPT – Advance Core Physical Therapy and Wellness As pregnancy progresses, even simple daily movements—like turning in bed—can feel unexpectedly difficult. For many women, the third trimester brings physical changes that affect balance, coordination, and comfort. But with a few small adjustments, this movement can feel more manageable and supported. At Advance … Read more
Dr Daniela Moise, DPT/ advancecoretherapy.com Many moms wonder how to get rid of the belly separation or ‘baby pooch’ they notice after pregnancy. One popular tool is the abdominal binder for diastasis recti — but is it right for everyone? Using an abdominal binder for diastasis recti can help with core stability after pregnancy — but … Read more
The Recovery No One Talks About: Pelvic Floor, Leakage & Life After Prostate Surgery Mistake #1: Waiting for the problem to go awayWhat to do: Seek pelvic floor physical therapy early — the sooner you start, the better the outcome. Mistake #2: Only doing KegelsWhat to do: Kegels are helpful — but only if done with the right timing, … Read more
