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Through Physical Therapy and Targeted Movement Sciatica is a condition which is characterized by sharp, shooting pain that radiates from the lower back down the leg. This condition impacts millions of people annually. It stems from irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, often caused by a herniated disc, spinal stenosis, or piriformis muscle tightness….
How Hip and Pelvic Alignment Shape Pelvic Floor Health When it comes to musculoskeletal health, the pelvis is often treated as a silent partner — stable, fixed, and functional. Between hip function, pelvic alignment, and the pelvic floor muscles, there is a dynamic relationship that exists that holds the key to resolving a range of…
What is Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)? Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is a common condition affecting millions, especially as we age. Contrary to what the name suggests, it is not actually a disease but rather the natural wear and tear of the spinal discs—the cushions between the vertebrae. Over time, these discs lose hydration and elasticity,…
The Overlooked Connection Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects an estimated 6% to 12% of women of reproductive age in the United States, presenting a constellation of symptoms that can disrupt daily life. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 50% of women with PCOS have insulin resistance, underscoring the systemic nature…
Let’s Rethink How We Understand Pain “Pain is the sensation of threat,” explain David Butler and Lorimer Moseley in Explain Pain. Pain is also the number one reason people seek help from the medical profession. However, pain is not a straightforward indicator of tissue damage, but rather a protective output of the brain—an alarm system meant…