Physical Therapy Blog
Tips, guidance, and expert advice to help you move better and recover faster.
Diastasis Recti: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How You Can Heal
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
Still Burning, Itching, or Leaking—Even When Tests Are Normal?
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
Why You’re Still Leaking Years After Giving Birth – And What You Can Do About It
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
Turning in Bed During Pregnancy: A Breath-Based Strategy for Support
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
Do You Really Need a Binder or Corset for Diastasis Recti? It Depends…
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?
Top 5 Mistakes Men Make After Prostate Surgery — And How to Avoid Them
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