Pelvic Health Articles

Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed was a guest on The Hurt by The Female Pain Docs discussing the facts, myths, and misconceptions on the topic of endometriosis. Learn more about The Female Pain Docs by going here.

Posted on June 16 2022

Dr. Janaki Natarajan, Kyle Blair, PT, DPT, CSCS and Andrea Marti, PT, DPT talk about the real solutions for identifying and treating pelvic pain on the In Your Corner Podcast with CORA Physical Therapy. Learn more about CORE Physical Therapy by going here.

Posted on June 13 2022

In this episode of the Period Party Podcast, Dr. Shrikhande and Nicole Jardim talk about the stigma associated with vulvar pain, why many women go undiagnosed, the connection between vulvodynia and other conditions such as endometriosis and PCOS, how vulvodynia is diagnosed and treated, and so much more! Learn more about Nicole Jardim by going […]

Posted on May 15 2022

The pelvic floor plays an important role supporting the bowel and bladder (as well as the uterus and vagina in females). Hormone changes due to pregnancy and peri/menopause and other factors can impact their function. Several at-home devices are now on the market to support the pelvic floor, but do they help you? And if so, which is […]

Posted on May 15 2022

Interstitial cystitis, also known as painful bladder syndrome, is a chronic bladder condition that can be uniquely frustrating for a number of reasons. While this disorder is not uncommon (up to 8 million women in the United States may have IC), effective treatment for interstitial cystitis can be difficult to find. Painful bladder syndrome can […]

Posted on April 5 2022

Not Defined by Endo Podcast, hosted by Endometriosis Warrior Teniola Ogunro, is created for and dedicated to women who have been diagnosed with endometriosis or who suffer from symptoms that they suspect to be caused by endometriosis. Every week, Teniola shares her own experiences, interviews health professionals and endo specialists who provide their much-needed insight […]

Posted on February 8 2022

Pregnancy and childbirth cause a really profound impact on the body, and it’s very common to worry about returning to a normal sex life after having a child. For those who are experiencing pregnancy for the first time, it can be difficult to know what to expect. Some discomfort as the body heals after childbirth […]

Posted on January 7 2022

Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed talks about treating endometriosis patients through pelvic physical therapy. Dr. Ahmed is a pelvic pain specialist with a passion for treating pelvic pain, including those suffering from endometriosis. Watch more EndoTv video: https://www.youtube.com/c/EndoTV Endofund Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/endofound/ Endofund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/endofound Endofund Twitter: https://twitter.com/endofound Endofund YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/endofound?sub_confirmation=1

Posted on January 5 2022

Better Sex is focused on helping all couples create and enjoy their best possible sex life. Better Sex is hosted by Jessa Zimmerman who is a couples’ counselor and nationally certified sex therapist. The information and discussion on the podcast should not be taken as medical advice or as therapy. Please seek out qualified professionals […]

Posted on January 4 2022

It’s a sad truth that endometriosis doesn’t get talked about nearly as much as it should. This often painful disorder – in which tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, causing bleeding, lesions, and other issues – is not particularly rare. As a matter of fact, it affects an estimated one in […]

Posted on November 8 2021

What is pelvic floor physical therapy? Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy is physical therapy for the treatment of pelvic pain and pelvic floor muscle dysfunction. Pelvic floor physical therapists have undergone specific training in pelvic health, pelvic floor dysfunction, and pelvic pain. As a physiatrist, why would you want to team up with a pelvic floor […]

Posted on October 22 2021

Our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Allyson Shrikhande discusses pelvic floor physical therapy with Dr. Laura Meihofer PT, DPT, ATC, RYT 200 and how it is a critical part of the PRM treatment plan for helping patients find relief. To learn more about Dr. Laura Meihofer, visit her website: https://laurameihofer.com/ Follow her on social channels:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurameihofer/Facebook: […]

Posted on September 28 2021

Title:  Working with Physiatry for Pelvic Pain Webinar Date: Monday, September 13th Time: 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. EST Price: $35. Receive 1 CE credit. About: This course overviews the core elements, including diagnosis and non-operative treatment options, for a successful pelvic floor physical therapy and pelvic physiatry relationship for non-operative management of men and […]

Posted on August 18 2021

Pelvic Pain Doesn’t Have to be a Life Sentence with Dr. Anna Cabeca and Dr. Allyson Shrikande, Dr. Rucha Kapadia. Dr. Anna Cabeca visits the Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine center to talk with Dr. Allyson Shrikande and Dr. Rucha Kapadia about pelvic pain. Find out why it’s so hard for pelvic pain to be diagnosed properly, […]

Posted on August 10 2021

In this episode, we discuss pelvic health from the lens of physiatry with Dr. Allyson Shrikhande, MD. She is the medical director and founder of Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine (PMR), offering true multidisciplinary care for people with pelvic floor dysfunction. Allyson shares what a pelvic health physiatrist does, saying “we’re trained really to look at the […]

Posted on July 27 2021

In episode 76 of Fibromyalgia Real Solutions, Amanda Love and Dr. Shrikhande discuss: Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine and what it means, pelvic pain, fibromyalgia, and more. Learn more about Amanda Love by going to her website.

Posted on July 22 2021

Advanced Urology’s Dr. Marc Greenstein and Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine’s Dr. Yogita Tailor discuss pelvic floor injections for pelvic pain in this webinar. Dr. Marc Greenstein specializes in all aspects of Urology including kidney stones, men’s health, female and male pelvic pain syndromes, interstitial cystitis, urologic cancers and minimally invasive procedures. He treats his patients with […]

Posted on July 16 2021

In Episode 25, Erin Everett, NP-C, interviews Dr. Allyson Shrikhande,  Chief Medical Officer at Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine about her patient centered approach to treating common post-op pelvic floor pain after gender affirming surgeries. Topics include interstitial cystitis, vaginismus, pain with intercourse, endometriosis and PCOS, and chronic prostatitis. Learn more  about Erin Everett, NP-C by going […]

Posted on July 13 2021

Dr. Allyson Shrikhande had a blog published in Rosy discussing Pelvic Pain Gender Affirmation Surgery. Excerpt: What is gender affirmation surgery? Gender affirmation surgery is a surgery for transgender individuals with a goal of alleviating gender dysphoria by providing the physical appearance and functional abilities which match their inner self. While this is a medically necessary […]

Posted on July 2 2021

Title:  Emory Sports Medicine Center Virtual Women’s Sports & Wellness Conference Date: Saturday, August 7, 2021 Time: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. EST Price: Physicians, Physician Assistants, Physical Therapists, Athletic Trainers, Allied Professionals (CEUs): $40 *you will also receive CME credits; Community Members: $10 *No CME credits will be awarded About: This year the event will […]

Posted on June 24 2021

Dr. Allyson Shrikhande speaks with Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute about Physiatry Excerpt from the interview: Q: What is a physiatrist? A: A physiatrist is an MD or DO with a specialty in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. This non-operative medical discipline involves focusing on the neuromusculoskeletal system to help patients recover their functional well-being and […]

Posted on June 23 2021

Join Dr. Carolyn Moyers as she chats with Dr. Rucha Kapadia, physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) specialist at Pelvic Rehabilitation in Dallas. She is a pelvic pain specialist with experience in treating both male and female patients who experience chronic pelvic pain, core muscular and pelvic floor dysfunction, and musculoskeletal-related issues. It’s exciting to know […]

Posted on June 18 2021

Dr. Allyson Shrikhande had a blog published in Rosy discussing Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome (CPPS). Excerpt: Why is CPPS so difficult to diagnose? CPPS is a complex condition which often involves multiple organs as well as the nervous, myofascial, and skeletal systems. Some of the most prevalent risk factors for CPPS, such as endometriosis or […]

Posted on June 10 2021

Dr. Allyson Shrikhande had a blog published in Rosy discussing the effects of stress on pelvic pain. Excerpt: April is Stress Awareness Month, although I’m going to go out on a limb and say stress is something that we’ve all been pretty keenly aware of for most of the past year. Stress and anxiety are fully […]

Posted on April 29 2021

What do you do and who do you see when you feel like you have a UTI… but you don’t? You might feel like you have to pee all the time and it might even cause you a burning pain. You’ve been given antibiotics, dose after dose. You’ve been told to do a million kegels… […]

Posted on April 16 2021

This course is for Pelvic Floor Physical Therapists that would like to continue their education. CEU Credits will be obtained Title: Working with Physiatry for Pelvic Pain – Remote Learning Course Date: Jun 27, 2021 Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST Price: $120 Experience Level: Beginner Contact Hours: 4 Instructor: Dr. Allyson Shrikhande & […]

Posted on April 14 2021

Dr. Allyson Shrikhande had a blog published in Rosy discussing endometriosis. Excerpt: March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, dedicated to shining a spotlight on a serious chronic illness that affects one in ten women in the United States. While endometriosis has been gaining in visibility over recent years, with more organizations emerging to promote awareness and […]

Posted on March 29 2021

Dr. Shrikhande had a blog published in Rosy discussing pudendal neuralgia. The pelvis is a massively important part of the body, involving a complex interplay between muscles, joints, and nerves. When any part of the whole is not functioning properly, it can cause serious pain and impede your ability to enjoy sex or even get […]

Posted on February 26 2021

Here is a description of that show: Dr. Allyson Shrikhande speaks with Patricia Ladis PT, CBBA, founder of Wise Body PT and author of Wise Woman’s Guide to Your Healthiest Pregnancy & Birth about pelvic health. Learn more about Patricia Ladis by visiting her website: https://www.patricialadis.com/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/patricialadis/ More information on her book – […]

Posted on February 10 2021

Here is a description of that show: Many women are living with symptoms of pelvic pain and dyspareunia (pain with sex). There are many reasons associated with these symptoms, as well as many therapy options. Tune in to hear Dr. Marjorie Mamsaang, a trained Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine as she breaks down all you need […]

Posted on February 3 2021

Here is a description of that show: In this episode, we talk to Dr. Allyson Shrikhande, a board-certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation specialist and the Chief Medical Officer of Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine. She is also the Chair of the Medical Education Committee for the International Pelvic Pain Society. We talk about pelvic physical therapy, pelvic […]

Posted on February 1 2021

Here is a description of that show: Paul Gagliano, PT, DPT, Sara Gagliano, PT, DPT, CLT-UE, Carrie Yaeger, PT, DPT, PRPC and Dr. Allyson Shrikhande, MD join together to discuss keys to early detection in a silent, but common condition affecting women of childbearing age…..endometriosis. To learn more about the Therapist in Motion podcast visit: […]

Posted on January 6 2021

Here is a description of that show: Our guest is Dr. Carolyn Thompson Chudy, DO. Dr. Carolyn is a Physiatrist who is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and fellowship-trained in Interventional Spine and Sports Medicine. Her specialties include non-operative management of pelvic pain, sports injuries, and spine conditions. Dr. Chudy received her undergraduate […]

Posted on January 6 2021

Dr. Shrikhande had a blog published in Rosy discussing painful sex after a hysterectomy. Painful sex can be a difficult thing to talk about. The millions of women who experience pain during intercourse, or dyspareunia, can have feelings of frustration and embarrassment. It can be particularly frightening for those who experience these symptoms after undergoing […]

Posted on December 22 2020

Here is a description of that show: Men Feel It Too: The Scoop On Male Pelvic Pain About 10% of males in the US experience some form of pelvic pain. Nonbacterial Prostatitis tends to be one of the most common diagnoses. However, many men are seen by multiple urologists, receive extensive medical work up, find […]

Posted on December 18 2020

Here is a description of that show: Paul Gagliano, PT, DPT, Sara Gagliano, PT, DPT, CLT-UE and Dan Miriovsky, PT, DPT, OCS, FAFS, ATC are joined by Dr. Allyson Shrikhande, MD of Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine. The four discuss the importance of an integrated care team and the role of managing pelvic floor issues. To learn […]

Posted on December 8 2020

Abstract: Endometriosis is the abnormal growth of uterine tissue outside the uterine cavity that can cause chronic pain, dysmenorrhea, and dyspareunia. Although the disease is common and nonmalignant in nature, the symptoms can severely impact function and quality of life. Treatment options for endometriosis are limited and not well understood despite a growing need.   […]

Posted on December 8 2020

Abstract: Urological chronic pelvic pain syndrome (UCPPS) represents a group of pain symptoms relating to patients with pelvic pain for which treatment is largely unsatisfactory. The objective of this study is to analyze the effects of a novel treatment strategy in males suffering from UCPPS.   Research is done by: Dr. Allyson Shrikhande, Dr. Gautam […]

Posted on December 8 2020

Here is a description of that show: Dr. Ramchandani has a conversation with Dr. Chudy about Pelvic Pain.  She is a physiatrist located in New York and works with Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine. To learn more about Dr. Ramchandani, visit his website at: https://napapaininstitute.com/ To listen to more of The Physiatry Podcast, go here: https://napapaininstitute.com/news-updates/

Posted on December 3 2020

Estimates reveal that anywhere from 11-40% of adults in the U.S. have chronic pain, which is linked to disability, opioid addiction, anxiety, depression, and increased medical costs. More specifically, chronic pelvic pain affects up to nearly a quarter of all women worldwide. Dr. Jana Scrivani, a clinical psychologist specializing in pelvic pain, joins us for […]

Posted on November 17 2020

Dr. Allyson Shrikhande had a blog published in Rosy discussing PGAD. Sexual pleasure under appropriate circumstances is normal and natural, something that we should be able to talk about openly without shame or stigma. However, for some, feelings of sexual arousal may be constant and intense, occurring in unwanted situations. For these people, this can […]

Posted on November 5 2020

Here is a description of that show: Meet Dr. Melanie Howell, a board certified physiatrist practicing in the area of pelvic health. Dr. Howell shares why she began practicing this specialty, what a physiatrist is, as well as some treatment interventions she utilizes for chronic pelvic pain. Dr. Howell can be found at www.pelvicrehabilitation.com under […]

Posted on September 29 2020

Here is a description of that show: In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Melanie Howell, a pelvic pain specialist from Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine. We talk about a few things including how physiatry is similar and different to physical therapy, common conditions treated, endometriosis, and even male pelvic health. Dr. […]

Posted on September 22 2020

Abstract: We published a manuscript entitled “A Novel, Non-opioid Treatment for Chronic Pelvic Pain in Women with Previously Treated Endometriosis Utilizing Pelvic-Floor Musculature Trigger-Point Injections and Peripheral Nerve Hydrodissection”. There is little consensus in the literature on the underlying etiology of endometriosis. There is even less evidence on effective treatment options for endometriosis and its […]

Posted on September 21 2020

Abstract: Chronic pelvic pain (CPP) is one of the most common pain conditions suffered by women and can severely affect the quality of life, including physical functioning, psychological wellbeing, and interpersonal relationships. The estimated prevalence for women of reproductive ages is between 14% – 24%, and about 14% of women experience CPP during their life […]

Posted on September 21 2020

Background: This study was performed to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment of women with Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome (CPPS) using a combination of external ultrasound-guided trigger point injections to the pelvic floor musculature with peripheral nerve hydrodissection. Methods: A retrospective study of 73 women with CPPS who were treated with external ultrasound-guided trigger point injections […]

Posted on September 21 2020

Here is a description of that show: Dr. Allyson Shrikhande M.D., a board-certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) specialist, Chief Medical Officer of Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine, and pelvic pain expert talks to us about changes that happen in the pelvic floor postpartum and how PM&R specialists can help treat pelvic pain postpartum. To learn more […]

Posted on August 25 2020

An Integrative Medical Approach to Postpartum Pelvic Dysfunction with Dr. Allyson Shrikhande Here is a description of that show: Today I talk with Dr. Allyson Shrikhande about how to holistically to heal your pelvic floor during postpartum using a multidisciplinary approach. We talk about some of the “common but not normal” symptoms that postpartum people […]

Posted on August 7 2020

In this episode of Beyond Postpartum, we focus on a physical aspect of postpartum recovery, but pelvic pain (or any sort of chronic pain) and dysfunction can negatively affect mental health and one’s quality of life. Here is a description of that show: In this episode of Beyond Postpartum I had the honour and privilege […]

Posted on August 7 2020

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Posted on June 23 2020

Dr. Allyson Shrikhande had a discussion with Dr. Melanie Carminati of Inspira Physical Therapy, about pelvic pain, causes, populations affected, treatment, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy, and current research being done. You can learn more about Inspira Physical Therapy by visiting their website: inspiraphysicaltherapy.com Follow their social channels: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/inspiraphysicaltherapy/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/inspiraptpilates/ YouTube – […]

Posted on June 22 2020

Dr. Shrikhande was featured on the Living A Better Life podcast to talk about the PRM protocol for Endometriosis that they use at Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine. Here is a description of that show: In this episode, I interview Dr. Allyson Shrikhande about endometriosis. We dive into prevalence, symptoms of endometriosis that you may not have […]

Posted on June 16 2020

Our very own, Dr Charity Hill, is joined by Dr. Linda Kiley of Palm Beach Center for Pelvic Health and PT Gail O’Neill of Pelvic Health Solutions where they discuss the journey a pelvic pain patient takes to find relief. For more information on Palm Beach Center for Pelvic Health, visit their website at: https://www.drlindakiley.com/ […]

Posted on June 4 2020

Dr. Shrikhande was featured on the Fempower Health podcast to talk about How Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Can Help You in Surprising Ways Here is a description of that show: FemPower Health interviews Dr. Allyson Shrikhande, the Medical Director of Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation. Dr Shrikhande shares what pelvic floor rehabilitation is and how it helps with […]

Posted on May 26 2020

Dr. Shrikhande was featured on the Bedside podcast to talk about pelvic health and why it matters. Here is a description of that show: Did you know that about 15% of women of childbearing age in the United States report having pelvic pain that lasted at least 6 months? Or that the rates of chronic […]

Posted on May 13 2020

Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine’s, pelvic pain specialist, Dr. Christian Reutter speaks to Men’s Health about pelvic pain in men. He is quoted saying: According to Dr. Reutter, the pelvic floor consists of a network of muscles that act as a “sling” to support the pelvic floor organs (the prostate, bladder, rectum and seminal vesicles), stabilize the […]

Posted on May 8 2020

Helpful video from PRM’s Dr. Jana Scrivani Social-distancing can be hard for some people. Watch this video of Dr. Scrivani sharing some tips for remaining calm and relieving stress during this difficult time. A full transcript of the Managing The Stress of Social Distancing can be found below: Hi, everybody! I’m Dr. Jani, a licensed […]

Posted on March 23 2020

Dr. Shrikhande was featured on the IC Wellness podcast with Elisabeth Yaotani. Here is a description of that show: Are you experiencing pain with sex? I get a lot of questions regarding sex and intimacy, so I thought we should dedicate an entire episode to this topic. In Episode 21 of the IC Wellness Podcast, […]

Posted on March 16 2020

One of our OB/GYN and board-certified pelvic pain specialist, Lora Liu, MD, was quoted by Romper about the reasons to have sex after your pregnancy. She was quoted saying: 1. Your Body Is Ready The 6-week waiting period after a vaginal delivery is for the vaginal mucosa to heal. Additionally, many women require stitches in the […]

Posted on March 4 2020

Pelvic Pain with Sitting and Intercourse Patient Testimonial Transcript So my name is Jason. I’m from Montreal. About a year ago, started having pain in my pelvic area. The longer I sat, the more I would feel a discomfort or burning, same thing for walking. And it would also limit my ability to be intimate […]

Posted on November 28 2019

Pain During Intercourse Patient Testimonial Transcript My name is Mike and I’m from Cliffside Park, New Jersey. In July of 2011, I was 24 years old and I was introduced to this woman through a mutual friend of mine and on our first date we had sex. I felt the worst pain of my entire […]

Posted on November 19 2019

Urinary Urgency and Frequency Patient Testimonial Transcript My name is Genie. I’m from upstate New York. Kind of started about five years ago. I started feeling this constant urgency to urinate. I didn’t have incontinence. I didn’t have issues urinating. It was just a constant urge to, but it was beyond feeling the urge. It […]

Posted on November 14 2019

One of our pelvic pain and board-certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation specialists, Allyson Augusta Shrikhande, MD, was quoted in a Women’s Health Magazine article talking about life after pregnancy. She was quoted saying: Before I had a baby, I never imagined that my recovery would take longer than a couple of months. But the time it […]

Posted on October 2 2019

Dr. Allyson Shrikhande and Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed were featured on How Cum Podcast with Remy Kassimir. Here is the description of that show: In this week’s episode, we have two brilliant doctors of physical medicine and rehabilitation, Dr. Allyson Shrikhande and Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed, who specialize in pelvic pain. They teach us about a very […]

Posted on June 9 2019

Medical Assistant Position Full Time – Bethesda, MD / Washington, DC Area Job Description We are looking for a motivated, team player to join our growing, specialty medical practice. Some of the skills and characteristics you must possess are: Develops and maintains a high level of customer service Strong organizational, multi-tasking and time management skills Oral […]

Posted on March 11 2019

Medical Assistant Position – Full Time Job Description We are looking for a motivated, team player to join our growing, specialty medical practice. Some of the skills and characteristics you must possess are: Develops and maintains a high level of customer service Strong organizational, multi-tasking and time management skills Oral and written communication skills; planning […]

Posted on January 8 2019

A physiatrist’s view on pelvic pain: an interview with Allyson Shrikande, MD Below is the transcript of an interview with Allyson Shrikhande, MD and Michelle Dela Rosa, PT. Michelle: I’m here with Dr. Allyson Shrikande, founder of Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine in New York and recently Hoboken, NJ. Thank you for speaking with me. A lot of […]

Posted on December 12 2018

The Pelvic Messenger: Discussing Pelvic, Bladder, Bowel, and Sexual Disorders Pelvic messenger, supported by the International Pelvic Pain Society and Beyond Basics Physical Therapy, is devoted to the promotion of diagnoses, recovery, and success in treating Chronic Pelvic Pain (CPP) conditions in men, women, and children. Furthermore, we are dedicated to improving patient and healthcare providers […]

Posted on September 26 2018

Abigail Bayer−Mertens Human, Charity Hill MD, Tayyaba Ahmed DO, Gautam Shrikhande MD FACS, Allyson Shrikhande MD Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine, New York, NY Objective. Endometriosis is a disorder characterized by the abnormal growth of uterine tissue outside of the uterus. Its symptoms are known to be painful and debilitating to patient functionality. Treatment options for these […]

Posted on September 14 2018

Abigail Bayer-Mertens Human, Tayyaba Ahmed DO, Charity Hill MD, Gautam Shrikhande MD FACS, Allyson Shrikhande MD Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine, New York, NY Patients with chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS) often have debilitating symptoms and decreased functionality related to their pelvic organs and pelvic floor musculature.  CPPS is underdiagnosed and treatment options are not well researched.  […]

Posted on September 14 2018

Sports Hernia: Causes, Treatments, and Symptoms at Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine located in New York City Sports Hernia Video Transcription Very often, we have patients who present with abdominal tenderness which likely is a sports hernia. A sports hernia is a weakness in the soft tissue and muscle area around their pubic symphysis and their lower […]

Posted on September 6 2018

Causes of Vaginismus: Causes, Treatments, and Symptoms at Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine located in New York City Causes of Vaginismus Video Transcription Vaginismus is a tightness of the muscles around the vagina. Primary vaginismus can be caused by when they are trying to have intercourse for the first time, or they’re trying to use a tampon […]

Posted on August 30 2018

Chronic Pelvic Pain Endometriosis: Treatment and Relief Options at Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine located in New York City Chronic Pelvic Pain Endometriosis Video Transcription Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition where you have lesions that are like plaques that can grow anywhere in the abdominal cavity. And so typically people say that it grows just on […]

Posted on August 22 2018

Male Pelvic Pain: Types, Conditions, and Causes for Men at Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine located in New York City. Male Pelvic Pain Video Transcription We always laugh when people ask us if we are women’s health, because when we first started we thought we would only have women patients, but the men just showed up. I […]

Posted on August 16 2018

Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed was featured on The Period Party Podcast with Nicole Jardim and Nat Kringoudis. Here is the description of that show: Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed is an osteopathic physician who is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She is also a contributing author to the textbook Pelvic Pain, Essentials of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and a collaborator in […]

Posted on August 13 2018

Female Pelvic Pain Video Transcription Female pelvic pain is a complex multifaceted condition. For women, it can be felt in their vagina, in the lower abdomen, in the lumbar, in the sacral region, the buttocks, and then, of course, the entire pelvic region where it can be felt in something called the perineal area. It […]

Posted on August 9 2018

What is Pelvic Pain? Transcription Dr. Shrikhande: Pelvic pain is a complex multifaceted condition, mainly because in the area of the pelvis, there really is quite a bit going on. Issues in the bladder can actually crosstalk and cause issues in the pelvic floor and so on. Pelvic pain can be felt in the lower […]

Posted on August 2 2018

Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed was featured on RUSK Insights on Rehabilitation Medicine podcast. This is part 2 of 2. Here is the description of that show: Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed is a doctor of physical medicine and rehabilitation. A native of New York City, after spending five years honing her skills in outpatient care, Dr. Ahmed focuses […]

Posted on August 1 2018

Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed was featured on The Women’s Pelvic Pain Podcast podcast. Here is the description of that show: In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed, a pelvic pain specialist at Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine in NYC. Dr. Ahmed is an osteopathic physician, board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation. We discuss many […]

Posted on July 31 2018

Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed was featured on RUSK Insights on Rehabilitation Medicine podcast. This is part 1 of 2. Here is the description of that show: Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed is a doctor of physical medicine and rehabilitation. A native of New York City, after spending five years honing her skills in outpatient care, Dr. Ahmed focuses […]

Posted on July 31 2018

Dr. Allyson Shrikhande Bigraphy Video Transcription My name is Dr. Allyson Shrikhande. I am a Doctor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. I went to medical school at the Royal College of Surgeons in Dublin, Ireland, and then went on to do my internship in general surgery in Boston at Harvard Medical School, then did my […]

Posted on July 26 2018

Pelvic Pain Endometriosis Patient Testimonial Transcription Ever since I was younger, I would get stomachaches a lot and have kind of different stomach pain. And it wasn’t terrible. And then when I got to college it got a little bit worse. I would say it would get sometimes like very full after meals and I […]

Posted on July 19 2018

Pudendal Neuralgia Video Transcription Pudendal Neuralgia is pain in the distribution of the pudendal nerve and its branches. Pudendal neuralgia can be felt along the sit bones, along the rectum, along the perineum, and along the vaginal area, as well as the testicles and penis in males. Symptoms of pudendal neuralgia are achy, burning, stabbing, […]

Posted on July 12 2018

Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder (PGAD) Video Transcription PGAD, or Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder, also goes by “restless genital syndrome” or “persistent sexual arousal syndrome.” PGAD symptoms, which are often extremely distressing to the patient, are unwanted, unpleasant sensation of arousal and/or orgasms, that the patient is unable to control. Women who come in to Pelvic […]

Posted on July 7 2018

Allyson Shrikhande, MD, founder of Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine, has submitted an abstract for the International Continence Society’s Annual Meeting. The International Continence Society (ICS) has over 3,000 members and is a thriving society of Urologists, Uro-gynaecologists, Physiotherapists, Nurses, Basic Scientists and Researchers with a focus on continence and pelvic floor disorders. We are growing every day […]

Posted on July 2 2018

Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine is happy to announce their partnership with the Research OutSmarts Endometriosis (ROSE) Study to further the research in identifying non-invasive methods to diagnose endometriosis as early as possible. Gautam Shrikhande, MD, the medical director at Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine was quoted in GenomeWeb about the practice participating in this pioneering study. Here’s more at PRM about […]

Posted on June 26 2018

Uncovering the Black Box of Pelvic Pain: Understanding the Role of the Pelvic Floor Presented By: Allyson Shrikhande, MD PATIENT AWARENESS DAY 2018: LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE WITH ENDO

Posted on May 23 2018

Pain with Bowel Movement Video Transcription Pain with bowel movement can happen when you have underlying pelvic floor hypertonia or pelvic floor muscle dysfunction. It can also happen when you have irritation of your pudendal nerves which often come with pelvic floor muscle dysfunction. A risk factor for having a pain with bowel movements is […]

Posted on May 10 2018

Pain with Sitting Video Transcription Pain with sitting presents to us with pain in the sit bone area, and the rectum, and sometimes out to the buttocks, when patients sit down, particularly on hard surfaces. Quite often, patients who have pain with sitting have a high-stress lifestyle, high-stress job, and sometimes they’re holding their tension […]

Posted on May 3 2018

Prostate Pain (Prostatitis) Video Transcription The subset of prostatitis that we would treat is abacterial or non-bacterial prostatitis. Meaning, there was tenderness on the prostate in exam, however, the workup was negative for any prior infection. So the symptoms that we would see here in patients with abacterial prostatitis would often be testicular pain or […]

Posted on April 26 2018

Charity Hill, MD Biography Video Transcription I’m Dr. Charity Hill. I am a medical doctor. I trained at Temple University for medical school and did my residency at NYU. I got involved in Sports & Spine Medicine because I was a competitive athlete. When I decided to focus on pelvic pain, that became really helpful […]

Posted on April 19 2018

Tailbone Pain (Coccydynia) Video Transcription Coccydynia is pain in your coccyx or tailbone area. Coccydynia or tailbone pain is felt directly in the coccyx area. It is typically worse with sitting, particularly on hard surfaces. Potential causes of coccydynia would be pregnancy and particularly vaginal delivery, certain athletic activities such as horseback riding or bike […]

Posted on April 12 2018

You Can Help Us Learn More About Endometriosis Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine has partnered with Northwell Health in the Research OutSmarts Endometriosis (ROSE) Study to help discover an early detection test for endometriosis. The research and participant selection is being done through the Feinstein Institute for Medical Research at Northwell Health in partnership with the Endometriosis Foundation of […]

Posted on April 6 2018

Rectal Pain (Levator Ani Syndrome) Video Transcription Rectal pain is also known as Levator Ani Syndrome. What it is is spontaneous episodic pains in the rectum that are secondary to spasms in the pelvic floor musculature. These pains are said to last at least 20 minutes at a time, and as they do progress they […]

Posted on April 5 2018

Painful Erection / Painful Ejaculation Video Transcription Male patients can experience pain during erection or ejaculation or pain post erection or ejaculation. Painful erection and painful ejaculation quite often comes from inflammation around the nerves that are involved in the process. There are multiple reasons they could be inflamed. Sometimes there is scar tissue around […]

Posted on March 29 2018

Tayyaba Ahmed, DO Biography Video Transcription My name is Dr.Tayyaba Ahmed. I am an osteopathic physician. I went to school at NYIT, which was a program with New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, and then I went to NYU where I met Dr. Hill and Dr. Shrikhande. I pursued sports medicine for a few years, […]

Posted on March 22 2018

Pelvic Pain During Sex (Dyspareunia) Video Transcription Dyspareunia is pain with intercourse or pain post intercourse. Pain with intercourse itself can have a strong emotional impact. Quite often, it can lead to avoidance of intercourse with your partner. It can lead to relationship issues with your partner. It can lead to a fear of intercourse […]

Posted on March 15 2018

Audio: Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Vulvar Pain (Vulvodynia) Video Transcription Vulvodynia is vulvar pain. For vulvodynia to be labeled chronic, it has to be going on for over six months. Symptoms of vulvodynia include a sensation of throbbing or burning, or some patients say a rawness in the area, that can be heightened with intercourse specifically, […]

Posted on March 8 2018

Audio: Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Video Transcription Pelvic floor muscle dysfunction is dysfunction in the muscles of the pelvic floor. It can be something called hypotonic, where the muscles are extremely lax. And there is something called hypertonic. Pelvic floor hypertonia is where the muscles are short, spastic, and weaker, and essentially there’s […]

Posted on March 1 2018

Audio: Pelvic Floor Nerve Hydrodissection [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.97″] Pelvic Floor Nerve Hydrodissection Video Transcription Peripheral hydrodissection nerve blocks under ultrasound guidance are a simple day procedure that is not surgery. Patients go back to work the same day. In the nervous system, you have the central nervous system which is the spinal cord and the brain, […]

Posted on February 22 2018

Audio: Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome Video Transcription Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome can originate for the male, it can originate from the prostate, in the testicles, from the epididymis. For the female, it can originate from the ovaries, or the uterus, or the vagina. It can originate from the intestines, or the […]

Posted on February 15 2018

Audio: Painful Bladder Syndrome Painful Bladder Syndrome Video Transcription Interstitial cystitis is also called chronic bladder pain syndrome, because essentially you’re constantly having pain in the bladder. It’s very common in people with endometriosis, and in fibromyalgia. And it can just be something that cripples people, in addition to having chronic pain in the pelvis […]

Posted on February 6 2018

The road to relief from endometriosis and its related pain can be long and confusing. Listen to a patients journey over a decade period finding bringing her to a position of comfort. Endometriosis pain can manifest in many different ways, one being chronic pelvic pain and numerous other associated conditions. Video: Endometriosis Pain Patient Testimonial […]

Posted on February 5 2018

Video: Pelvic Health and Rehabilitation Center Learn about the leading Pelvic Health and Rehabilitation Center treating men and women with an array of pelvic health concerns. Dr. Allyson Shrikhande explains the new treatments they are designing and what to expect as a patient at Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine. Pelvic Health Rehabilitation Center Video Transcript: Pelvic rehabilitation […]

Posted on February 5 2018

Around 16 percent of the female population suffers silently with vulvar pain, yet there are some treatment options that provide efficacy and relief. A challenge of treating vulvar pain or vulvodynia is that patients are embarrassed to report their issue to providers — and it may also be difficult to convey and track symptoms of […]

Posted on January 24 2018

Chronic pain can throw your entire life into upheaval: Injuries incur hardship and cost money and time. Furthermore, pain cuts into your normal routine and lifestyle, often making activities, work and family time difficult and uncomfortable. Sometimes you can injure or pull a muscle, such as the piriformis muscle, which is located near your buttocks, […]

Posted on January 15 2018

What is Complex Regional Pain Syndrome? Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain condition that most often affects one limb usually after a trauma. CRPS is characterized by prolonged or excessive pain and changes in skin color, temperature, and/or swelling in the affected area. CRPS is believed to be caused by malfunction of […]

Posted on November 8 2017

Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed was featured on Carly Snyder, MD’s MD for MOM radio show. Here is the description of that show: This week on MD for Moms, I’ll be interviewing Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed about pelvic pain. Having a baby can cause pelvic discomfort or even pain, but is rarely permanent. What happens when the pain does not go […]

Posted on October 24 2017

How is a Pelvic Pain Doctor Different From Other Specialists? If you’ve experienced pelvic pain before, you understand how debilitating it can be. It’s especially common in women, but can also occur in men. Pelvic pain can be acute (lasting for a short period of time) or chronic (lasting six months and more). Learning how […]

Posted on October 5 2017

Pregnancy is a lot of things. It’s a miracle, a joy, a blessing, and always very exciting. It can also be nauseating, exhausting and really painful for your hips. It’s common for women to start experiencing some pain in the back, joints, and hips during their second trimester. As pregnancy progresses, this pain may become […]

Posted on July 24 2017

Women with Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder typically develop symptoms of spontaneous arousal suddenly. Often times they are confused and unsure of what is going on. They typically try to see their primary care doctor or make an urgent care appointment soon after the onset, to figure out what is happening to them. More times than […]

Posted on June 28 2017

How does chronic prostatitis and pelvic pain overlap? Chronic nonbacterial prostatitis or chronic abacterial prostatitis is a common condition that causes pain and inflammation in the prostate and the lower urinary tract in men. The prostate gland is located right below the bladder in men. It produces fluid that helps transport sperm. In chronic abacterial prostatitis […]

Posted on June 14 2017

Can Your Pelvic Floor Muscles Be Contributing To Erectile Dysfunction Pain? Erectile dysfunction is defined by the National Institute of Health as the “inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance”. It may affect 10% of healthy men and an increasing number of men with co-morbidities such as high blood pressure, […]

Posted on June 1 2017

Can Pain With Intercourse Come From Your Pelvic Floor Muscles? Dyspareunia, painful sexual intercourse has been shown to affect between 8-21% of women. There are numerous physical, psychological, and social causes of pain with intercourse.  A gynecological exam is the first place to start if a person is experiencing pain with intercourse.  If the gynecological […]

Posted on May 25 2017

Medical Education Committee Visit the International Pelvic Pain Society site »

Posted on May 24 2017

Why is Endometriosis Painful? Some patient’s with endometriosis have pain. The theory is that patients who have endometriosis that is infiltrative in nature can stimulate nociceptors directly and stimulate the inflammatory cascade causing pain. While pain is often associated with endometriosis, the exact reason why endometriosis is painful is not always talked about. Infiltrative endometriosis […]

Posted on May 24 2017

British researchers used Dysport to bring long-term relief for common ailment of physically active people Please note: This article was published more than one year ago. The facts and conclusions presented may have since changed and may no longer be accurate. And “More information” links may no longer work. Questions about personal health should always […]

Posted on May 24 2017

Suffering from back pain on the left? Or is the pain on the right? The location of your pain can help identify its cause and help determine the best treatment. Up to 80 percent of U.S. adults suffer from back pain at some point in their lives, according to the American Chiropractic Association. And when […]

Posted on May 24 2017

Manipulating the spine can help people with lower back pain — but it doesn’t work for everyone, according to a new study. Spinal manipulation, or applying force to the joints of the spine, is a technique commonly used by chiropractors and physical therapists, according to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. However, there […]

Posted on May 24 2017

Most patients who have endometriosis struggle with the breathtaking pain that characterizes the disease. While pain is often associated with endometriosis, the exact reason why endometriosis is painful is not always talked about. Endometriosis is considered a noxious stimuli, an event that is or can be damaging to the tissues in the body. Physiatrist, Dr. […]

Posted on May 24 2017

Tylenol and other products containing acetaminophen do little or nothing to help lower back pain or arthritis, a new report finds. Patients might do better with stretching and exercise, the Australian researchers report. They don’t recommend that people move on to stronger drugs such as opioids. It’s sure to be a controversial finding. Most expert […]

Posted on May 24 2017

Please note: This article was published more than one year ago. The facts and conclusions presented may have since changed and may no longer be accurate. And “More information” links may no longer work. Questions about personal health should always be referred to a physician or other health care professional. THURSDAY, July 9, 2015 (HealthDay […]

Posted on May 24 2017

Olympic swimmer Amy Van Dyken-Rouen’s recovery from a spinal cord injury, including the use of a new high-tech “exoskeleton” that has enabled her to walk again, spotlights how broad, rapid advances in paralysis treatments are allowing patients to regain their independence and live on their own. Remote-controlled exoskeletons are just one of several new biomedical […]

Posted on May 24 2017

A popular over-the-counter pain medicine doesn’t pass muster when it comes to easing pain and improving movement in people with osteoarthritis, a new study shows. The study, published in The Lancet, found that paracetamol — sold as acetaminophen in the U.S., under the brand name Tylenol and as a generic — was not effective at […]

Posted on May 24 2017

NEW YORK (FOX 5 NEWS) – Opioid painkillers — like OxyContin (oxycodone) and Vicodin — have become the most widely prescribed drugs in the country and they have contributed greatly to the heroin epidemic. Many heroin addicts turn to heroin after getting hooked on opioids. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued the […]

Posted on May 24 2017

NEW YORK — Dr. Andrew Kolodny rattled off the startling statistics that grow with every passing year: More than 200,000 Americans dead from opioid overdoses since 1999 — a 900 percent increase in opioid addiction since 1999. For those not familiar with the term “opioid” — it’s a class of drug common in the painkillers […]

Posted on May 24 2017

Acupuncture may help ease pain and improve quality of life for people with fibromyalgia, a new study suggests. Ten weeks after treatment, the pain scores of patients given acupuncture dropped an average of 41 percent, compared with an average drop of 27 percent for those given a simulated acupuncture treatment. The benefits were still seen […]

Posted on April 24 2017

Patient Awareness Day The Lifecycle of Endometriosis: From Diagnosis to Coping with Disease Sunday April 17, 2016 Lenox Hill Hospital, Einhorn Auditorium Good afternoon. I am a physiatrist. Essentially we treat the muscles, bones and nerves of the body. I focus on the pelvis. As physiatrists we work very closely with physical therapists. We really […]

Posted on April 24 2017

FDA cleared device could be an innovative way to help control chronic pain for sufferers.

Posted on April 24 2017

Manipulating the spine can help people with lower back pain — but it doesn’t work for everyone, according to a new study. Spinal manipulation, or applying force to the joints of the spine, is a technique commonly used by chiropractors and physical therapists, according to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. However, there […]

Posted on April 24 2017

For some patients, a simple change in diet might reduce medical costs and even eliminate the need for medication. Dr. Allyson Shrikhande, a physiatrist at Lenox Hill Hospital, explains why food is instrumental in both preventing and alleviating illness. Link to the original video »

Posted on April 24 2017