Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) is a condition of the reproductive organs that affects nearly one million women in the United States each year and has the potential to lead to severe complications if left untreated (ACOG, 2019). As a pelvic health occupational therapist, I understand the implications PID can have on a woman's daily activities and well-being.

Commuting, that is just part of life here in the busy Bay Area for many individuals. I’m sure you’ve thought about or experienced the wear and tear on your car, but have you thought about the impact those miles have on your body? Our bodies are bearing the commute, but not everyone is taking their bodies in for service to ensure optimal functioning. We must pay the tolls that our bodies demand as we do to the roads to ensure longevity.