The Blog

May is the month dedicated to celebrating women, as we celebrate Mother’s Day, and there’s no better time to shine a light on the stages of life transitions that women go through that often gets brushed aside in everyday conversations. At Break Free Pelvic Health & Wellness in Johns Island, we want to highlight the […]

In March, we hosted our first Potty Training 101 class with Break Free Pelvic Health’s own Dr. Kaleigh Mathis — and what a fantastic event it turned out to be! We were thrilled to welcome a wonderful group of parents and little ones for an evening filled with helpful advice, hands-on activities, and a lot […]

At Break Free Pelvic Health & Wellness, we believe it’s never too early—or too late—to start talking about pelvic health. This April, in honor of Testicular Cancer Awareness Month, we’re shining a light on an issue that’s often overlooked: pelvic pain in boys and men. While testicular cancer is most commonly diagnosed in young men […]

Let’s have a real conversation about endometriosis—what it is, what it isn’t, and why so many people are still being misdiagnosed or dismissed. At Break Free Pelvic Health & Wellness, we specialize in treating pelvic floor dysfunction and supporting those with endometriosis. Also, March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to shed […]

In January, Break Free Pelvic Health & Wellness hosted a Birth Preparation Class, led by Dr. Gretchen Brooker DPT, PRPC, for women who were 28 weeks pregnant or more in Charleston. The class focused on pelvic floor health and getting ready for birth. Dr. Brooker shared important insights about how the pelvic floor supports the […]

Let’s talk about something that too many people suffer through in silence—pain with sex, tampon use, or with pelvic exams. If you’ve ever thought, “Maybe this is just how my body is” or “I guess I have to live with this”, here at Break Free Pelvic Health we want to tell you that pain during […]

Pelvic floor health might not be the first thing that comes to mind when we think of adolescent athletes, but it’s a critical part of their overall performance and long-term health. For teens dedicated to sports like gymnastics, soccer, volleyball, or track, the pressure and repetitive movements can take a toll on their pelvic floor […]

Break Free Pelvic Health & Wellness is thrilled to announce that we are now open at our new location: 3227 Walter Drive, Unit C-1 in Johns Island. Following our recent move in September, this updated space is designed to create a more welcoming and functional environment, enabling us to better serve the growing community while […]

As we reflect on this past year, our hearts are filled with gratitude for the trust and support our Charleston community has shown Break Free Pelvic Health & Wellness. Your dedication to prioritizing your health inspires us daily, and we are honored to play a role in your journey toward wellness—specifically pelvic floor health. Witnessing […]

Pelvic organ prolapse sounds scary. Your bladder falling out? Yes, that sounds terrifying! Seeing a bulge of tissue in your vagina? Also, horrifying. The good news is – prolapse is extremely common, with up to 50% of women having prolapse of some degree. I’d argue more than that because many women aren’t even aware they […]