Pelvic Pain

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Is Your Groin Muscle Sabotaging Your Workouts?

You’re showing up, pushing through, and trying to stay consistent, but something in your hip area just won’t cooperate. That nagging pull, ache, or sharp jolt in your groin muscle might be the real reason your workouts feel harder, slower, or downright painful.
You’re not lazy. You’re not out of shape. You might just be fighting against an injury that needs attention before it becomes a long-term setback.
We see it all the time at the clinic:
• Runners with lingering groin tightness
• Lifters losing power in their squats
• Weekend warriors who feel “off” every time they twist or pivot
If your groin muscle isn’t firing right, your entire chain of movement gets thrown off. Let’s dig into how this muscle works, why it fails you, and what you can do to finally move better again.

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Pain or Leaks? How to Tell If Pelvic Floor Is Tight or Weak

You train hard, stay hydrated, and stretch like it’s your job. But if you’re still dealing with nagging back pain, core fatigue, or even surprise leaks during workouts, your pelvic floor might be the missing piece.
Most people assume weakness is the issue, but a tight pelvic floor can cause just as many problems. The tricky part? The symptoms often look the same.
To figure out what’s really going on, you need to know:
The key signs of pelvic floor dysfunction
What a “tight” pelvic floor actually feels like
Why “strong” doesn’t always mean healthy

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How Long Does It Take for the Pelvis to Return to Normal After Pregnancy?

How Long Does It Take for the Pelvis to Return to Normal After Pregnancy?

Pregnancy changes everything, especially your pelvis. After months of carrying extra weight and shifting to make room for your baby, your body needs time to recover. You might wonder how long it takes for your pelvis to feel strong and stable again.

Healing depends on several factors, including:

– How your ligaments and joints adapted during pregnancy
– Whether you had a vaginal birth or C-section
– Your activity level and postpartum recovery plan

Some women feel back to normal within a few months, while others experience lingering discomfort. The good news? With the right approach, you can support your body’s natural healing process and regain strength. Let’s break down what to expect and how you can help your pelvis recover.

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Pelvic Floor Therapy for Painful Intercourse Relief

Pelvic Floor Therapy for Painful Intercourse Relief

Painful intercourse, medically known as dyspareunia, is a condition that affects many individuals, making intimacy uncomfortable or even unbearable. A range of physical, emotional, and psychosocial factors, including pelvic floor dysfunction, hormonal changes, vaginismus, injury or trauma, infections or inflammation, and nervous system concerns, can cause it.

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Pelvic Floor Therapy Postpartum Restore Strength & Health

Pelvic Floor Therapy Postpartum: Restore Strength & Health

Bringing a new life into the world is a miraculous experience, but it also places immense strain on the body, particularly the pelvic floor. Many women experience pelvic floor dysfunctions such as urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and sexual dysfunction after childbirth. Without proper rehabilitation, these conditions can persist and impact quality of life.

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What You Need to Know About Dry Needling for Pelvic Floor

What You Need to Know About Dry Needling for Pelvic Floor

Dry needling has become a popular therapeutic technique for treating musculoskeletal and pelvic issues. In particular, pelvic floor dry needling is being used more often in pelvic floor therapy to address dysfunctions and relieve pain. This technique involves the insertion of thin needles into specific muscle groups or trigger points to relieve pain, increase circulation, and improve muscle function. Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) is a common condition, especially among women, and can lead to a variety of symptoms, including pelvic pain, urinary incontinence, and bowel dysfunction. Understanding how dry needling can help with pelvic floor dysfunction can empower patients to manage their symptoms actively.

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What Causes Hip and Knee Pain and How to Treat It

What Causes Hip and Knee Pain and How to Treat It

Hip and knee pain are common and often interconnected issues that can disrupt daily life. Both the hip and knee are weight-bearing joints that support the body’s movement and stability, making them prone to injury, strain, and degenerative conditions. Hip and knee pain are prevalent issues, with studies showing that 11.3% of individuals report experiencing both hip and knee pain, while 40.7% report pain in either the hip or the knee. This high prevalence highlights the need for better awareness, prevention, and management strategies to address these conditions effectively.

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Simple Guide to Pelvic Floor Release

Simple Guide to Pelvic Floor Release

Pelvic floor health is essential for maintaining core stability, bladder control, bowel control, and overall quality of life. Yet, issues like hypertonic pelvic floor muscles, pelvic floor prolapse, and pelvic floor dysfunction are often overlooked. Pelvic floor release is a therapeutic approach designed to alleviate pelvic pain, improve muscle relaxation, and restore proper function to the pelvic floor muscles.

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Physical Therapy for Women: Pelvic Health and Wellness

Physical Therapy for Women: Pelvic Health and Wellness

Physical therapy for women plays a transformative role in women’s health by addressing unique challenges in pelvic health, joint and muscle function, and general well-being. Many women experience conditions ranging from pregnancy-related pelvic issues to chronic pain and muscle problems, all of which can impact quality of life. Women’s health therapy, specifically pelvic floor physical therapy for women, provides specialized care designed to support physical and emotional wellness across various life stages. Through 1:1 personalized treatments, physical therapy for women offers holistic solutions, helping manage symptoms, preventable conditions, and chronic conditions alike.

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How Can Constipation Cause Pelvic Pain?

How Can Constipation Cause Pelvic Pain?

Constipation and pelvic pain are common conditions that affect many individuals, leading to significant discomfort and distress. Often, people wonder, “Can constipation cause pelvic pain?” The short answer is yes, it can. Understanding the connection between these two conditions is crucial for effective management and relief. This blog explores the relationship between constipation and pelvic pain, highlighting the causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

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Dr. Kelsey Houston
PT, DPT, CERT. CN

Dr. Kelsey Houston is a dedicated and skilled physical therapist with a passion for promoting health and wellness. Originally from Damascus, OR, she pursued her graduate education in Arizona, earning a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Franklin Pierce University. Throughout her academic career, she honed a strong foundation in evidence-based clinical practice, patient-centered care, and rehabilitation techniques.

Dr. Houston also brings a background in athletics, particularly competitive soccer, which has fueled her dedication to sports rehabilitation and orthopedics. She earned a degree in Clinical Health Sciences from Portland State University, further deepening her knowledge of the human body and its movement mechanics. Her clinical experience spans a wide variety of settings, including outpatient clinics, hospitals, and rehabilitation centers, where she has worked with patients of all ages and backgrounds.

With a particular focus on orthopedics and sports rehabilitation, Dr. Houston is committed to helping patients recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and return to active lifestyles. She takes a patient-centered approach, using her expertise to help individuals improve their quality of life.

Outside of her professional work, Dr. Houston values maintaining an active lifestyle and enjoys hiking, running, and spending time with friends and family.

Dr. Kelseys Credentials 

  • Physical Therapist (PT)
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
  • Certified Dry Needling (Cert. DN)

Dr. Taylor Calixto, PT, DPT Cert. DN, PCES

Originally from Seattle, Dr. Taylor Calixto has always had a passion for sports, health, and movement. A lifelong soccer player, she was drawn to physical therapy after recovering from a shoulder injury. She earned her undergraduate degree from Boise State and completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Western University of Health Sciences, where she developed a strong foundation in evidence-based, patient-centered care.
While in school, Taylor discovered a passion for pelvic health, inspired by two mentors who helped shape her path. She earned her dry needling certification in 2023 and completed advanced pelvic floor training in 2024. Dr. Taylor is committed to empowering patients through personalized, compassionate care—whether they’re returning to sport, navigating pregnancy and postpartum, or addressing pelvic health concerns.

Ashley Hardman - Performance Coach

 

Ashley Hardman brings a wealth of experience and passion to her role as a Performance Coach. She graduated from Brigham Young University (BYU) with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Wellness and a minor in Psychology, while also competing as a Division I softball player for four years.

During her fifth year at BYU, Ashley interned with the Olympic Strength Coaches, where she oversaw training programs for all campus athletic teams and ran the Gymnastics strength program. She went on to intern at EXOS in Carlsbad, CA, where she assisted in training club swim athletes, military personnel, retired NFL players, and NFL prospects.

Ashley’s diverse background also includes working as a physical therapy aide, a chiropractor scribe, and a personal trainer at a private gym. After relocating to Arizona, she returned to her alma mater, Estrella Foothills High School, as the Strength and Conditioning Coach, where she taught Weight Training and Athletic Performance classes, and led after-school strength programs for all campus sports.

Now at CMPT, Ashley is committed to helping clients achieve their goals by pushing them to become the best version of themselves. She believes in making 1% progress every day—for herself and for those she trains. Her personal approach to coaching builds strong relationships with clients and athletes, creating a motivating and supportive environment for lasting success.

 

Dr. Cameron Moore, PT, DPT, FAAOMPT, CSCS, Dip. Osteopractic

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Dr. Cameron Moore, physical therapist and co-owner, has always been very active with sports and activities starting with competitive motocross racing up to a semi-professional level and being a scholarship athlete in track and field competing at the division 1 level in college at Eastern Washington University in the triple jump. Cameron became interested in the profession of physical therapy after having knee surgery in high school and seeing the inter-workings of the profession. He pursued his bachelors degree in Exercise Science before moving to Phoenix to earn his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Franklin Pierce University.

He then began specialization courses for spinal manipulation (Spinal Manipulation Institute) and dry needling (Dry Needling Institute). This lead Cameron in to becoming a Fellow of the American Academy of Manual Physical Therapist (FAAOMPT) through the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy (AAMT) and earned a Diploma of Osteopractic®, a distinction and training that only a small percentage of physical therapist have completed.

Dr. Moore continues to be very involved with motocross riding, Crossfit®, Olympic weight lifting, running and an overall active lifestyle with his Wife (Michelle) and their Vizsla (Parker).

Dr. Cameron Moore’s Credentials

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
  • Certified in Dry Needling (Cert DN)
  • Certified in Spinal Manipulation (Cert SMT)
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
  • Diploma in Osteopractic® (Dip Osteopractic)
  • Fellow Of The American Academy Of Manual Physical Therapist (FAAOMPT)
  • American Academy of Manipulative Therapy Fellow (AAMT)
  • Crossfit® Level 1 Certified (CF-L1)
  • Crossfit® Mobility Certified
  • USA Track and Field Level 1 Coach

Dr. Michelle Moore, PT, DPT FAAOMPT, Dip. Osteopractic

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Dr. Michelle Moore, physical therapist and co-owner, grew up as a competitive gymnast and developed a passion for healthy living from a young age. Her collegiate studies in Health Education at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and athletic background influenced her to combine her passions and pursue a career in physical therapy. She earned a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Franklin Pierce University in 2013.

Dr. Moore continued her educational pathway through the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy where she earned her Diploma Osteopractic® (Dip. Osteopractic) and became Certified in Dry Needling (Cert. DN), and Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Cert. SMT). From 2016-2017 Dr. Moore completed the rigorous coursework to become a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy (FAAOMPT), a distinction held by only a fraction of the profession.

Dr. Moore’s special interests include treating active individuals and returning them to the activities that they love. In her spare time she enjoys Crossfit®, Olympic Weightlifting, mountain biking, hiking, and traveling with her husband, Cameron, and dog, Parker.

Dr. Michelle Moore’s Credentials:

  • ​Physical Therapist (PT)
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
  • Fellow of American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT)
  • Diploma in Osteopractic® (Dip. Osteopractic)
  • Certified Dry Needling (Cert. DN)
  • Certified Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Cert. SMT)
  • Crossfit® Mobility Certified