Strong, well-functioning pelvic floor muscles mean fewer leaks, better control, and yes… stronger erections. The good news? You don’t need to overhaul your entire life to see results. A few healthy habits can go a long way towards great pelvic floor health.

Cyclist’s Syndrome happens when prolonged time on the bike. This,combined with the way your hips, core, and back muscles work during riding can lead to nerve compression, reduced blood flow, muscle tension, and even trauma to the pelvic floor. While this article is focused on men, female cyclists face many of the same challenges.

Pelvic health issues aren’t just “women’s problems” — they’re human problems. And men deserve solutions, too. Whether it’s bladder control, pelvic pain, or performance in the bedroom, pelvic floor PT can help you take back control. So ditch the excuses. No more suffering in silence or pretending it’s “normal.” Let’s get you back in control!

While pelvic floor dysfunction is often associated with women, men also experience a wide range of issues — such as urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, or erectile dysfunction — that can significantly impact daily life. Pelvic dysfunction can also contribute to chronic hip, back, groin, or even leg pain.

When it comes to healing from injury, managing chronic pain, or improving performance, we often think about physical therapy exercises, nutrition, medication and sleep. But one of the simplest, most overlooked factors in your recovery may be sitting right in front of you: a glass of water.

Physical Therapy dry needling of strageic points of your autonomic nervous system (ANS), including your vagus nerve, can greatly augment your exisiting physical therapy plan and help your brain and body relax!

Check out these ways to stimulate your vagus nerve to help manage symptoms and improve overall wellness!

The vagus nerve is a major part of the parasympathetic nervous system. Here is how it fits within that system.

There are many alternative treatment options for Vagus Nerve Dysfunction. Physical Therapy, including dry needling, can make a huge improvement in its function!

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned rider, a few simple adjustments to your bike can make a world of difference. A great fit improves safety, enhances comfort, and boosts performance, helping you ride better, longer, and with greater confidence. Let’s dive into how an expert mountain bike fit can help you get dialed in for your best ride yet!