A Risk for Young Athletes: The Female Athlete Triad The female athlete triad (“the triad”) is a serious and often missed condition that can affect women and girls who exercise and participate in sports. It involves three interconnected components: low energy availability, abnormal menstruation, and poor bone health. Together, these three issues can wreak havoc […]
Sports Medicine, Women's HealthDo bathroom trips keep you up at night? Your health and safety can be at risk Nocturia is urinating 2 or more times per night according to the American Urological Association. Urinating frequently at night can be quite bothersome and very disruptive to your sleep cycle. Not only does waking up frequently at night […]
Aging, Men's Health, Women's HealthSelf-Care Isn’t Selfish: Prioritizing Health During Women’s Health Month Prioritize You: A Women’s Guide to Whole-Body Wellness In the hustle of daily life, many women find themselves in the role of caregiver—nurturing families, supporting friends, and juggling careers. But too often, they do it at the expense of their health. Here’s the truth: Self-care isn’t […]
Women's Health10 Benefits of PT for Expectant Mothers What if you could train for a healthier pregnancy and smoother postpartum recovery, just like you’d train for a race or a big event? Most people don’t think of physical therapy as part of pregnancy care, but it can play a major role in preventing complications, managing pain, and […]
Women's HealthKegels: The Pros and Cons Kegel exercises, named after Dr. Arnold Kegel, are often recommended for women to help strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. These muscles play a crucial role in supporting the bladder, uterus, and rectum, and they also affect sexual function. As a women’s health physical therapist, I often encounter patients seeking advice […]
Women's HealthMenopause and Frozen Shoulder: What’s the Connection? If you are going through menopause and have suddenly experienced shoulder stiffness and pain, you are not alone. There is growing evidence of a connection between menopause and the development of frozen shoulder. Menopause and Frozen Shoulder: What’s the Connection? What Is Frozen Shoulder? Frozen shoulder is a […]
Aging, Women's Health360 Breathing and Pregnancy Pregnancy is a time of incredible change and growth for a woman’s body. As a woman’s uterus expands and her baby grows, her body must adapt to support the increased weight and changed center of gravity. With all these changes happening, it is no wonder that many women experience discomfort […]
Women's HealthPost-Pregnancy Foot Pain? Understanding Plantar Fasciitis Congratulations on your new bundle of joy! While the birth of a baby is a joyous occasion, the postpartum period can bring about a whole host of changes to a mother’s body. One common issue that new mothers may face is postpartum plantar fasciitis, a painful condition that affects […]
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