Benefits of scar therapy after amputation
There are numerous benefits of doing scar work after an amputation. This can be done ✔️ after the incision/wound fully closed, and even...
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Dr. Jen, DPT
Dec 3, 20221 min read
What the Scar?!
Enjoy this visual demonstration of how scar tissue impacts your breathing, core function, muscles and so much more!If you have ever had...
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Dr. Jen, DPT
Nov 30, 20221 min read
Why does my c-section scar hurt years later?
Children are a gift that keeps on giving, but many women don't expect their c-section scar to keep on giving them pain, pulling and...
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Sep 10, 20221 min read
Benefits of red light therapy
Photobiomodulation. Big word, but let's break it down. Photo=light Bio=life Modulation=A passing or tonality from one key or tonality to...
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Aug 17, 20221 min read
A tour of the digestion process: part 1
I’m going to share about the path of food from the mouth to defecation or the “world” as an former teacher of mine described it. It’s...
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Aug 3, 20221 min read
How does my core work?
This is one of my favorite analogies to use to help people understand how to manage intra-abdominal pressure. The brain’s connection to...
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Jul 21, 20221 min read
Untangle stomach “knots”
Have you ever felt like your stomach is tied up in knots? I know I have before. Before a big test in PT school, I was anxious and my...
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Jun 2, 20221 min read
Breathing and abdominal/torso scars
I’ve seen the beauty of breathing improving SO many times, especially in people who have had abdominal and torso scar work done. Watch...
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May 20, 20221 min read
Quick tips to help your back feel better
Is your back tight, stiff or painful after sitting? Making a few modifications to your work or activity schedule can bring some relief....
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Apr 27, 20221 min read
Potential benefits of abdominal scar work
These are just two potential benefits of abdominal scar work. Other benefits may include: less tension in hips or shoulders improved...
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Mar 24, 20221 min read
Things I Stop Strangers in Parking Lots For
My physical therapist brain never stops working and being analytical. I may be in a parking lot and see someone who is limping because...
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Mar 16, 20221 min read
Pregnant Scar Work Benefits
There are many benefits of addressing prior surgical or other other skin traumas (burns, tattoos, piercings, cuts/scrapes) while...
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Mar 8, 20222 min read
Baby Scar Considerations
Kiddos and babies have my heart, and I have spent half my career doing physical therapy in pediatrics. Many babies go through challenging...
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Mar 2, 20221 min read
Wise Rehab for Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Many people don't think about doing rehabilitation for their mouth after wisdom tooth/teeth extraction (or any other dental procedures...
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Feb 24, 20221 min read
Hips don’t lie!
I commonly hear “My hip (or hips) started hurting after my last surgery or birth.” Women tell me this months or years after an abdominal...
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Feb 14, 20221 min read
Heart Month and Heart Scar Considerations
February is the month of Love and heart health awareness. Happy Valentine’s Day and Happy Heart Month! I want to bring awareness to...
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Jan 25, 20221 min read
What is Stress Incontinence?
Stress incontinence responds well to conservative pelvic floor physical therapy.
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Jan 17, 20221 min read
Quick Tip to Calm Your Body
Do you feel anxious or stressed out, or like your nerves are frazzled or frayed? I love the this tip because you can discretely work on...
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Jan 10, 20221 min read
The tattoo and movement connection
The tattoo process creates scar tissue because the skin is repeatedly broken with the ink placement. When the skin heals, scar tissue...
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Dec 25, 20211 min read
The Skin and Movement Connection
Did you know that how your skin moves (or doesn't move) matters to how your body moves? The part of your brain that is responsible for...
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