Living with IBS

Living with IBS

When Your Gut Dictates Your Day For the millions of Americans living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), the most ordinary parts of life — a morning commute, lunch with friends, or a work meeting — can become sources of anxiety and discomfort. IBS, a chronic gastrointestinal disorder characterized by symptoms like abdominal pain, bloating, and…

From Bloating to Breathlessness: A Guide to Abdominophrenic Dyssynergia

From Bloating to Breathlessness: A Guide to Abdominophrenic Dyssynergia

If you’ve ever looked at the above image and felt an uncomfortable familiarity—accompanied by bloating, abdominal distention, shortness of breath, or digestive troubles—then you’re in the right place. This blog is dedicated to unraveling the mystery of abdominophrenic dyssynergia, a condition that might be the key to understanding your symptoms. What Is Abdominophrenic Dyssynergia? Abdominophrenic…

Abdominal Bloating and Physical Therapy

Abdominal Bloating and Physical Therapy

During the holiday season, there may be plenty of opportunities to overindulge and eat many foods that we would normally stay away from. This can result in changes in bowel function, leading to abdominal pain and bloating. Abdominal pain and bloating commonly lead to constipation.  Constipation There are two types of constipation:  How can Physical…