Skip to content
  • About Us
    • Meet The Team
    • Source an Expert
    • In the Media
    • Join Our Team
  • Services
    • Physical Therapy
    • Aquatic Rehab
    • Balance & Concussion
    • Dance Medicine
    • Return To Sport
    • Pelvic Health
    • Performance and Recovery
    • Running Academy
  • Events & Programs
    • Upcoming Events
    • Programs
    • Smith PT+ Education Series
    • Request a Speaker for Your Event
  • Tips & Techniques
  • Contact Us
  • PATIENT LOGIN

Tips & Techniques

All Articles >> Women’s Health

  • Smith Physical Therapy+ Physical Therapy Expert

    February 18, 2026

    In the Media, Performance & Recovery, Women's Health

    Melissa Nickle

    Smith Physical Therapy+ Provides Support for Women During Menopausal Journey

    Personalized, one-on-one care to help women feel stronger, move confidently, and thrive during hormonal transition [...]

    READ MORE
  • Pelvic Health during menopause Smith Physical Therapy+ Crystal Lake, IL

    April 28, 2025

    Pelvic Health, Women's Health

    Denise Smith

    Hip Pain and Menopause

    Hip pain is a common complaint in menopause often related to issues with the tendons [...]

    READ MORE
  • Pregnant woman laying down

    September 9, 2024

    Pelvic Health, Women's Health

    Denise Smith

    Risks For Perineal Tearing During Childbirth

    9 in 10 women experience perineal trauma after birth and perineal tears are twice as [...]

    READ MORE
  • Stomach Exam

    August 20, 2024

    Pelvic Health, Women's Health

    Denise Smith

    Gastroparesis Awareness Month: The Pelvic Health Connection

    Gastroparesis is a condition that affects the normal movement of the muscles (motility) in the [...]

    READ MORE
  • painful cramps pelvic health

    March 2, 2023

    Pelvic Health, Women's Health

    Denise Smith

    Should periods be painful?

    I think it is time to bring some attention to our monthly menstrual cycles.  Did [...]

    READ MORE
  • Pelvic Health

    January 26, 2023

    Pelvic Health, Women's Health

    Denise Smith

    The Pelvic Floor and Returning to Sport Postpartum

    Let’s first start by defining what the pelvic floor actually is.  The pelvic floor is [...]

    READ MORE
  • Dance physical therapy crystal lake illinois

    October 20, 2022

    Pelvic Health, Women's Health

    Denise Smith

    Perspective from a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist on Return to Higher Level Activity Postpartum

    It seems like a heavily discussed topic as of late has been regarding social media [...]

    READ MORE
  • Pelvic Health

    August 21, 2022

    Pelvic Health, Women's Health

    Denise Smith

    Breastfeeding, Hormones, and Return to Activity

    Throughout pregnancy, and during the postpartum period, hormones will continue to fluctuate (actually, throughout a [...]

    READ MORE
  • Pelvic disfunctions

    July 21, 2022

    Around the Office, Pelvic Health, Women's Health

    Denise Smith

    What should you expect at Pelvic Floor PT?

    So someone recommended you go see a Pelvic Health Physical Therapist? You're juggling 17 things [...]

    READ MORE
  • Pelvic disfunctions

    January 16, 2022

    Pelvic Health, Women's Health

    Denise Smith

    Urinary Incontinence….the what, the why, the how the heck do I fix this?

    What exactly is urinary incontinence and why has it become such a “norm” in social [...]

    READ MORE
  • Pelvic disfunctions

    November 22, 2021

    Pelvic Health, Physical Therapy Tips, Women's Health

    Denise Smith

    P is for Prevention (not Pee)

    Did you know that pelvic floor physical therapy was a thing? It sure is, and [...]

    READ MORE
  • pelvic floor Smith Physical Therapy+ Crystal Lake, IL

    November 17, 2021

    Men's Health, Pelvic Health, Physical Therapy Tips, Women's Health

    Denise Smith

    Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy: The PT You Never Knew You Needed

    What is the pelvic floor? In layman’s terms the pelvic floor is a group of [...]

    READ MORE
  • October 4, 2021

    Women's Health

    Denise Smith

    Returning to Life and Fitness Postpartpum

    My girlfriends always say to me “you’re a PT, so you know what to do [...]

    READ MORE
  • dance Smith Physical Therapy+ Crystal Lake, IL

    August 17, 2021

    Pelvic Health, Women's Health

    Denise Smith

    Pelvic Floor Dysfunction ….Not Just for Moms

    A common question I have received before is “Why do I pee my pants? I’ve [...]

    READ MORE
  • Pelvic disfunctions

    January 12, 2021

    Pelvic Health, Women's Health

    Denise Smith

    Let’s Talk About The Potty

    Let’s talk potty habits.  Yes, I said it…..the potty and your habits (I have a [...]

    READ MORE
12Next

Browse Topics

  • Aquatic Therapy
  • Around the Office
  • Balance & Dizziness
  • Dance Medicine
  • From Our Partners
  • Golf Medicine
  • In the Media
  • Men's Health
  • Pelvic Health
  • Performance & Recovery
  • Physical Therapy Tips
  • Racket Sports
  • Running Tips
  • Special Programs & Events
  • Women's Health
  • Browse our YouTube Channel

Upcoming Events

Woman Strong! (5:30pm)

Feb 24, 2026: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Woman Strong! (6:30pm)

Feb 24, 2026: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Balance Strong - 2026: Session 1

Feb 25, 2026: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
(Feb 18, 2026 - Mar 25, 2026)

Running Technique Workshop

Feb 28, 2026: 8:30 am - 10:00 am

View All Events

CRYSTAL LAKE

  • 815-893-9075

  • Fax: 844-462-9452

  • Email: info@smithptplus.com

  • 110 W. Woodstock St., Unit A
    (entrance on west side of building)
    Crystal Lake, IL 60014

    Directions

  • Take a Tour

AQUATIC – CRYSTAL LAKE

  • 815-449-4841

  • Fax: 844-462-9452

  • Email: info@smithptplus.com

  • 269 Liberty Rd
    Crystal Lake, IL 60014

    Directions

  • Take a Tour

SERVICES

  • Join Our Team
  • Physical Therapy
  • Aquatic Rehab
  • Balance & Concussion
  • Dance Medicine
  • Return To Sport
  • Performance and Recovery
  • Running Academy
  • Events & Programs
PATIENT LOGIN

CONNECT

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

© 2026 Smith Physical Therapy + | All Rights Reserved | Privacy Policy | built by BaldwinWeb.Design

Page load link

Running Workshop, Running Technique

Running Technique Workshop 
Feb 28, 2026 | 8:30–10:00 AM

Improve efficiency, reduce injury risk, and run with confidence.
Perfect for runners of all levels.

👉 Click here for more info & to register

Go to Top