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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...
Dr. Jen, DPT
Jan 18, 20231 min read
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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...
Dr. Jen, DPT
Dec 3, 20221 min read
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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...
Dr. Jen, DPT
Nov 30, 20221 min read
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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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Sep 10, 20221 min read
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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 17, 20221 min read
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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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Aug 3, 20221 min read
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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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Jul 21, 20221 min read
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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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Jun 2, 20221 min read
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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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May 20, 20221 min read
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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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Apr 27, 20221 min read
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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 24, 20221 min read
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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 16, 20221 min read
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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 8, 20222 min read
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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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Mar 2, 20221 min read
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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 24, 20221 min read
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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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Feb 14, 20221 min read
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What is Stress Incontinence?
Stress incontinence responds well to conservative pelvic floor physical therapy.
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Jan 25, 20221 min read
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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 17, 20221 min read
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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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Jan 10, 20221 min read
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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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Dec 25, 20211 min read
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