Do you know what the largest organ in the body is? Let me give you a hint: it’s not your brain or your “large” intestine. Rather, it’s the wrapping that holds it all together. That’s right, it is your skin. Here are a few quick facts about the skin: It makes up approximately 16% of…
What is Osteopenia vs Osteoporosis? As we age our bodies inevitably change. Tissues and organs that were once robust may start to lose integrity and strength. The loss of bone mineral density (BMD) as we age can be characterized as either osteopenia or osteoporosis depending on the severity; with osteopenia being considered less severe than…
My Personal Fertility Journey Male factor infertility is a sensitive topic for many patients. I know this because I had my own concerns about fertility before having my daughter due to preexisting urological conditions. Luckily, I was able to conceive naturally, which I believe was made more likely due to the modalities that I accessed…
When you think about chronic pain, you probably think about inflammation, muscle tension, or maybe nerve irritation. But what if one of the most powerful tools for easing pain isn’t physical at all—what if it’s your imagination? It might sound surprising, but your brain doesn’t fully distinguish between what’s real and what’s vividly imagined. That…
What is Andropause? The more commonly known process of menopause is a universal experience that almost all women will experience at some point in their lives. However, men also experience their own hormonal changes as they get older, a process called “Andropause”, although we may as well call it man-o-pause. The development of andropause is…
Why we care about wildfire smoke Wildfire smoke is made up of several components, including carbon monoxide, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), and particulate matter. Particulate matter (PM) is the main pollutant in wildfire smoke, and the amount of PM in the air increases when there are wildfires. The smaller the PM, the more our health…
Why Does Oral Health Matter? Oral health is incredibly important for not only having a healthy mouth but also a healthy body. When the mouth is not healthy, bacteria and other pathogens can enter the bloodstream through the gums, creating inflammation both locally in the mouth as well as systemically. Having a clean mouth not…
When you’re in pain—especially chronic or recurring pain—the last thing you might think about is your breathing. But here’s the surprising truth: how you breathe can directly affect how your body experiences and holds pain. This isn’t just about stress relief or relaxation. It’s about how your nervous system, muscles, and brain work together to…
If you’ve ever felt like your body is stuck in overdrive—tense muscles, racing thoughts, trouble relaxing—you’re not imagining it. Your nervous system plays a huge role in how your body heals, how pain is processed, and how safe you feel in your own skin. That’s why in my physical therapy practice, I integrate something called…
If you’ve ever been told you’re “just flexible” or dismissed when your body feels unstable or painful, you’re not alone. Hypermobility often flies under the radar in traditional physical therapy—yet it requires a completely different approach to truly support your body. Hypermobility Isn’t Just About Being “Bendy” Hypermobility means your joints move beyond the typical…