Male Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: The Missing Piece Behind Pain, Urinary Issues, and Sexual Health in Men Most men don’t think about their pelvic floor until something starts to feel off. It might begin subtly. You’re going to the bathroom more often. Your stream isn’t as strong. There’s tension, discomfort, or a dull ache you can’t…
How Does Flexibility Work? Have you ever wondered how dancers become so flexible? It’s not a gift they’re born with. Rather, it’s a skill that can be learned. The available range of motion of a joint depends on three things: joint structure, muscles, and the nervous system. Joint Structure First, let’s explore joint structure. The…
The cliché “don’t bend over backwards,” serves as a key reminder to not overextend ourselves, however, backbends are important to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Backbends have a variety of key health benefits. It is also essential to understand what to balance while back-bending to prevent short and long-term back injuries, and how to practice backbends…
What is muscle testing? Muscle testing is a practical technique that can be used clinically for numerous reasons. Simply put, a muscle testing in a clinical practice is when a practitioner tests the strength of a muscle of the body. During a muscle test, the practitioner uses a small amount force against a specific muscle…
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…