Dr. Rivka Friedman Physical Therapy for Women

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Dr. Rivka Friedman Physical Therapy for Women

Specializing in Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation, Pelvic Pain, Pregnancy & Postpartum Care.

Please visit our website www.drrivkafriedman.com for information on conditions treated and testimonials!

01/22/2026

Pain with intimacy is often a complex and emotionally charged problem that deserves proper evaluation and empathy, not oversimplification or dismissal. I’m here for you 💜

01/15/2026

Looking for trusted pelvic health resources all in one place? 💜

On my website, you’ll find a carefully curated Resources section with professionals, tools, and support I trust and regularly recommend to my patients.

In this reel, I’ll show you exactly where to find it and how to navigate there easily.

💜 Visit the website

💜 Click on the Resources section

💜 Explore trusted support beyond the clinic

You don’t have to navigate pelvic health alone, support matters.

01/13/2026

Posture isn’t about standing stiff or forcing yourself upright, it’s about support and balance. 💜

When your pelvis, rib cage, and head are aligned, your pelvic floor can do its job with less strain and more ease. Small posture adjustments like stacking your “domes” (pelvic floor, diaphragm, crown of your head), then lengthening through the crown of your head can make a meaningful difference in how your body feels throughout the day.

Support your posture, and you support your pelvic floor.

01/12/2026

A gentle breath for anyone holding tension. 💜

This breathing pattern invites the body out of protection and into ease:
💜 Keep the chest relaxed
💜 Let the breath move your pelvic floor downward as you
inhale

No forcing. No pushing.
Just space, release, and calm.

Sometimes healing starts with a single breath.

01/08/2026

Posture matters for your pelvic floor. 💜

Try this simple alignment check:
💜 Stack your rib cage over your pelvis
💜 Stack your head over both
💜 Imagine a string lifting you gently through the crown of your head

This helps reduce unnecessary strain and supports better pelvic floor and core function.
Follow for more pelvic health tips.

01/06/2026

Stress doesn’t just affect your mind, it affects your pelvic floor. 💜

When the nervous system stays in fight-or-flight, the pelvic floor often guards by tightening.
Diaphragmatic breathing helps regulate this response by calming the system, reducing muscle holding, and restoring natural coordination between breath and pelvic floor.

A calmer system supports:
💜 Reduced tension
💜 Decreased pain
💜 Improved bladder control

Breathing isn’t “just breathing” it’s a powerful therapeutic tool.

01/05/2026

Diaphragmatic breathing is a whole-body breath that supports the pelvic floor, core, and nervous system.

Instead of lifting the chest, the breath gently expands the belly and rib cage, allowing the diaphragm and pelvic floor to move together as a team.

This type of breathing helps:

💜 Release excess tension in the pelvic floor

💜 Calm the nervous system and reduce “fight or flight”

💜 Improve coordination between breath, core, and pelvic floor

💜 Create a sense of ease, safety, and control in the body

Simple, gentle, and powerful, this is often where healing begins.

01/02/2026

Pelvic pain doesn’t always look obvious and it’s often misunderstood. 💜

If your pain increases with sitting, feels worse around intimacy or your cycle, or shows up as a pulling or tight sensation during daily movement, your pelvic floor may be involved.

These clues are your body’s way of asking for support, not something to ignore or push through.

Pelvic floor physical therapy can help identify the root cause and guide your body toward relief.

12/30/2025

Pelvic pain can be frustrating, especially when you feel like you’re not getting clear answers. 💜

If you’re experiencing pain with sitting, intimacy, or around your cycle, pelvic floor physical therapy may be an important part of your healing. This approach focuses on reducing muscle tension, improving mobility, and supporting the body as a whole.

I offer a free phone consultation to discuss your symptoms, what may be contributing to them, and how pelvic floor PT can help.

Click the link in my bio to learn more.

12/29/2025

Kegels can be helpful, but they are not the right solution for every woman. 💜

If your pelvic floor muscles are tight, tense, or painful, strengthening alone may actually make symptoms worse. In those cases, learning how to relax and coordinate the pelvic floor comes first.

This post breaks down when Kegels can support healing and when a different approach is needed.

If Kegels aren’t helping, that’s important information… and a sign your body deserves a closer look.

A pelvic floor PT assessment can bring clarity, relief, and a personalized plan. 💜

12/26/2025

Leaking with coughing or sneezing is a common issue, but you can train your body to stop it. 💜

Here’s how to reconnect with your pelvic floor:

💜 Kegel with every cough or sneeze — Imagine you’re about to sneeze or cough and activate your pelvic floor at the same time. Do this 10 times a day until it becomes automatic.

💜 Watch your body position — Stay upright to reduce pressure on your pelvic floor.

💜 Brace to engage your core — Use your elbow or hand to help activate your core and pelvic floor together.

If these tips don’t solve the problem, it may be time to consult with a pelvic floor PT.

If you’re in South Miami, book a free consultation through the link in my bio!

12/23/2025

Did you know your pelvic floor works hard every day?

It supports you when you:
💜 Stand up
💜 Lift a grocery bag
💜 Pick up your toddler
💜 Exercise and even during intimacy

But it often gets overlooked in our wellness routines. Let’s give our pelvic floor the care it deserves!

Address

17021 NE 6th Avenue
North Miami Beach, FL
33162

Telephone

+19543993241

Website

http://www.drrivkafriedman.com/

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