Part 1: anatomy and physiology of obturator internus that is responsible for external rotation of the hip, stabilization of the hips and pelvic ring, anchor for the bladder and prostate. This muscle is ALWAYS involved in all dysfunctions of pelvic floor. Next video: Part 2 I will post exercise to address the muscle. Is your obturator internus tight? DM: yes OR no#pelvicfloor #pelvichealthnj #pelvichealth #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy #pelvicfloorpt #madisonnj #pelvicpain # bladder #hiptightness #

🔹PILATES🔹 Differences in the lateral alignment of our spine can change our pelvic positioning, impacting the functionality of our hip joint and affecting how we walk, run and move in general. Carrying heavy items on one side of the body, ie groceries, handbag, backpack affects not only the positioning of our spine but also places more load into the shoulder joint and the hip joint on that side. Lateral movements incorporate the obliques and quadratus lumborum directly but will also place focus