How can Visceral Manipulation help you? Written by: Yuchin Chang, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT I’ve learned a couple of Visceral Manipulation (VM) techniques from my fellow therapists, but I was never formally introduced to it. This year, I had an opportunity to attend a VM course, which was so...
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What is Fibromyalgia? Written by: YUCHIN CHANG, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT Fibromyalgia Pain Syndrome (FPS) is described as having pain in the muscles and fibrous connective tissue in certain spots of the body. Primary FPS occurs independently of any disorders, while Secondary FPS often followed by...
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Dr. Chang speaks on Men’s Health This past month, Reuters spoke with Dr. Yuchin Chang regarding men’s health, specifically premature ejaculation. The article discussed the importance of pelvic floor strength and control in regards to a problem that can affect 20% of men under 60. Dr. Chang is...
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Why did I launch the Pelvic Wellness Program? Written by: YUCHIN CHANG, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT Ever since becoming a manual therapist in 2006, I have been aware of the underserved population of patients with chronic pelvic pain. Each one of my patients’ stories is unique, yet...
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Poor Toileting Habits can Have a Negative Effect on Your Pelvic Floor WRITTEN BY: YUCHIN CHANG, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT Pelvic floor muscles are located in the pelvic floor, connecting the pubic bone to the tail bone. These muscles have a very intimate relationship with one’s bowel and...
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Trigger Points and Muscle Pain: A Physical Therapist’s Approach Written by: YUCHIN CHANG, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT Have you ever had painful spots in your muscles? And they are just so tight and sore that you cannot rub them out? Even when you have been very disciplined with...
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Sexual Pain: Not All in your Head! Written by: Yuchin Chang, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT A lot of women suffer from sexual pain, ranging from the clitoral pain, burning vulva, to deep vaginal pain, and they often feel they are to blame. If they finally reach out...
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What’s Behind That Bloated Belly? Written by: Yuchin Chang, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT You know you aren’t pregnant and you haven’t been eating excessively or gaining weight. Then why do your pants feel tighter at the waistline and your stomach feels bloated? You may have some trigger points...
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Vaginismus: A Pelvic Pain that Physical Therapy Can Help!! Written by: Yuchin Chang, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT What is Vaginismus? Vaginismus is a painful pelvic floor dysfunction in which any penetration to the vaginal opening is very painful and restricted. For women who have this condition, using a...
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Got Pain in Your Back When Caring for a Young Child? Written by: Yuchin Chang, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT When you are caring for a young child, do you notice tension or even pain in your back? If so, you probably should pay attention to your body...
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