Effingham Pelvic Health & Wellness

11/21/2025

🍁 Fun Fact Friday – Fall Edition! 🍁
We’re featuring Dr. Ashley Kopplin, PT, DPT, again this week with a few new autumn-themed questions — think favorite fall activity, go-to candle scent, and must-have Thanksgiving food!

Read through the post to see her answers!

We want to hear from YOU, too —
Which fall question would you answer?
Drop your favorite fall activity, candle scent, or Thanksgiving dish in the comments! 👇🍂

11/20/2025

One more dry needling before-and-after from today! 🙌

Yesterday you saw Dr. April’s neck rotation results… and today brought another amazing transformation! 🤩

And yes — our clinic specializes in the pelvic floor, but we treat the full body because everything is connected. We can address multiple diagnoses at once, and oftentimes improving one area unlocks changes in another. 🦶🦵🫁🧠

👉 A large percentage of women with chronic neck and shoulder tension also have pelvic floor tension — studies show pelvic floor dysfunction in 60–90% of people with musculoskeletal pain patterns.

Want to see if dry needling might help you?
📞 Call 217-705-5077

11/20/2025

Dry needling isn’t just “a little relief” — it can create BIG changes fast.
Check out this neck rotation before vs. after! 🤩

Dr. April was experiencing pain with neck rotation to the right and significant restriction in range of motion and pain to the left. Afterwards, no pain at all to the right and great improvement to the left! Thank you Dr. Katie 🙌

At EPHW, we use dry needling to help with:
✨ Neck + upper trap tension
✨ Headaches
✨ Low back pain
✨ Hip tightness
✨ Pelvic floor dysfunction
✨ Postpartum tension

And yes — we can needle the entire body to improve muscle function and support your full movement system.

Want to see if it’s right for you?
📞 Call 217-705-5077

11/18/2025

Pelvic floor therapy for all types of issues and even more specifically perimenopause and menopause! Pelvic floor PT + topical estrogen = good to go! 🙌

🤔Before listening to the video, comment below if you know what the definition of menopause is?! How many months without a period?

11/18/2025

💪 Pilates + Pelvic Floor Workshop!

Join Kari Apke, Pilates instructor, and Dr. April Ritz, PT, DPT, pelvic health specialist, for a unique exercise class that connects movement, strength, and education- all for FREE!

🧘‍♀️ What to Expect:

Learn how Pilates strengthens your core, posture, and mobility — with modifications for every level.

Discover how your pelvic floor supports every exercise and why your breath matters so much.

Get practical tips from Dr. April on protecting your pelvic health during workouts, whether you’re a beginner or an athlete.

📅 Date: November 25th
📍 Location: Effingham Public Library
☎️ To register: Contact the library directly — spots are limited! 217-342-2464
💜 Open to all levels — no experience needed.

Move smarter. Breathe deeper. Strengthen your core from the inside out!

11/18/2025

ALL THINGS PERIMENOPAUSE AND MENOPAUSE! 🌸

Ladies, you do not have to suffer. We want you to feel good. Leakage, pain, urinary frequency, dryness is not a must.

11/18/2025

Topic tomorrow: Menopause & Perimenopause! 🌸

Dealing with any of these? Listen in:
☑ urinary leakage or dribbling
☑ dryness
☑ pain with s*x
☑ pelvic heaviness or pressure
☑ low back pain

Call us register for our next class, The Change, on 12/4 from 5:30-7:30 with . 📱217-705-5077

11/17/2025

Join us in 2 weeks for our perimenopause and menopause class with Moseley Women’s Health PLLC! 🌸More information can be found at the event page: The Change: From Perimenopause Into Menopause.

You can register with this link: https://effinghampelvichealth.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/1/treatment/46

What's the hype around the change last week with removing the black box warning for Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)?! Read the article below for more information and we will discuss HRT in detail in our class!

https://naturalwomanhood.org/fda-removes-black-box-warning-on-hormone-replacement-therapy-hrt/?mc_cid=6238b546d9&mc_eid=1474061e1f

So is HRT the right choice for women?

11/17/2025

🌟 Men’s Pelvic Health Matters — Let’s Talk About It! 🌟

When most people hear “pelvic health,” they think women — but men have pelvic floors too, and they’re just as important. At Effingham Pelvic Health & Wellness, we’re here to break the stigma and support the pelvic health needs of everyone.

💪 Common Pelvic Health Concerns in Men Include:
• Pelvic pain or tightness
• Urinary urgency, leakage, or weak stream
• Constipation or difficulty with bowel movements
• Pain with sitting, exercise, or intimacy
• Post-prostatectomy recovery
• Core weakness or abdominal pressure issues

🌱 Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Help:
Our specialized therapists use evidence-based techniques to help restore mobility, reduce pain, improve bladder/bowel control, and support overall quality of life.

🧠 You’re Not Alone. You’re Not “Just Getting Older.”
These symptoms are common—but not normal. And they are treatable.

📞217-705-5077 if you or someone you love is experiencing any of these issues, we’re here to help.

Call Effingham Pelvic Health & Wellness today to schedule an appointment or learn more.

Your health, comfort, and confidence matter. 💙

11/14/2025

🌟 Fun Friday! 🌟

We're highlighting Dr. Katie Siemer Summers, PT, DPT, COMPT this week at Effingham Pelvic Health & Wellness!

Want to learn a few fun facts about Dr. Katie? 👉 Scroll through the post to get to know her better!

More team spotlights coming your way every Friday — don’t miss them! 💙

11/13/2025

This World Kindness Day, remember that kindness starts with you. Your body deserves the same compassion and care you show to others.

If you’ve been living with pelvic discomfort, pain, or symptoms that affect your daily life, consider this your gentle reminder to take that next step toward healing. 💗

At Effingham Pelvic Health & Wellness, we’re here to support you with compassionate, personalized care.
✨ Be kind to your body.
✨ Prioritize your well-being.
✨ Schedule a consultation today.
📞 217.705.5077

11/12/2025

💧 Bladder Leakage Tip!

Instead of just crossing your legs when you sneeze, try doing a pelvic floor brace (Kegel) right before and during the sneeze!

That gentle lift and squeeze of your pelvic floor muscles can help support your bladder and reduce leakage.

Think of it as your body’s built-in support system — strong, responsive, and ready for action when you need it most! 💪

👉 Consistent pelvic floor training can make a big difference over time, too.

Give us a call at 217-705-5077 for more help regarding bladder leakage!