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Physical therapy for digestive health surprises almost everyone the first time they hear about it. If you’re dealing with constipation, diarrhea, bloating, nausea, abdominal discomfort, acid reflux, or fecal leakage, and medications or diet changes haven’t fixed it, your gut symptoms may have a mechanical side that pills can’t reach: tight fascia, a pelvic floor
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“You will feel better in ten sessions, look better in twenty sessions, and have a completely new body in thirty sessions.” – Joseph Pilates For years now, Pilates has been touted by people ranging from health experts to celebrities, singing praises of how it sculpts the body without the bulk of weight lifting. Clearly the power
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Understanding Your Ankle Sprain A sprained ankle is a very common injury, with approximately 25,000 people—athletes and non-athletes, children and adults—experiencing it each day. An ankle sprain affects the ligaments, tough elastic bands of tissue on the outside of the ankle that connect the ankle bones to each other and protect the ankle joint from
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Is your elbow sensitive to touch? Does pain worsen when lifting heavy objects? You might have tennis elbow. It’s not limited to tennis; any overuse can cause it. Pain originates where forearm tendons attach outside your elbow. With time, it may extend to your wrist. Other symptoms include: Pain from touching your elbow’s outside Discomfort
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Perhaps you have caught a glimpse of the curious contraption that takes center stage at every Pilates gym – the Reformer. Have you wondered what this equipment is? The truth is that Reformer-based exercise is one of the most sought-after choices at Pilates studios around the world. So what is it? The Reformer’s
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Memes joke about pregnancy incontinence, but this isn’t something you just have to live with. Let’s explore what causes postpartum leaking and how to actually fix it! Because urinary incontinence is such a common concern I hear among my female patients, I’d like to spend some time talking about (and hopefully reducing the stigma surrounding)
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Gut health problems, sometimes called gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, can affect any part of the digestive tract, and most people never suspect the culprit I see most often in the clinic: the pelvic floor. You’ve probably heard the usual triggers, too little fiber, too much stress, certain medications, pregnancy. But if your constipation, bloating, or incontinence
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Most heel pain is due to a condition called plantar fasciitis, inflammation and/or degeneration of the plantar fascia, a thick connective tissue running from the heel bone to the ball of the foot that helps maintain the arch of the foot and transmits your weight across the foot as you walk or run. Typically, symptoms
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Of course, any injury that prevents you from doing things you love can impact your psychological wellness, too. Frustration, fear, sadness, anger, and loneliness are just some of the emotional challenges many injured athletes face. So, whether you’re a serious competitor or simply someone who loves staying active, these are the things you’ll want to
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As many as one in four women has some sort of pelvic floor disorder, according to the National Institutes of Health, so it’s no wonder we’re seeing a lot of women experiencing uncomfortable issues such as urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, and pelvic organ prolapse. The risk of pelvic floor conditions increases due to factors such
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Pilates is a mind-body exercise that’s been proven to help build and maintain muscle strength, balance, and overall mental health. The essence of Pilates is proper breathing and control over your body and its muscles. We do this by putting particular emphasis on the back and abdomen. The method focuses on building a strong
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