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Hey mama, Did somebody tell you that peeing your pants while you exercise, sneeze, or run to the toilet is normal after you’ve had a baby? Leaking is caused by conditions called urinary incontinence, and if you struggle with this, I’m here to tell you some good news: Urinary incontinence is NOT normal! It’s actually super […]
Beyond “Bone-on-Bone” Diagnosis of joint pain Joint pain diagnosis isn’t as scary as it seems Are your joints bone-on-bone? Don’t worry—it’s not as scary as it sounds. If you’ve been advised for a joint replacement after cortisone injections, know that they only provide temporary relief. Facing surgery, you’re likely seeking alternatives. Good news: there’s […]
Why Stretching Isn’t the Answer… Yes, we’re talking about you, tight hip flexors and hamstrings. We hear this often… “I’ve been stretching my [insert muscle here], and it doesn’t ever seem to loosen.” Or “what’s the best stretch for my…” and “I do all of this stretching, but my back STILL hurts!”Does any of this […]
Getting an MRI of the back instead of physical therapy for back pain leads to a waste of $4,793! Dr. Murphy here! Did you know that Physical Therapists can tell you more about what’s wrong with your body than MRIs? That may sound like a crazy claim, but it’s true. A lot of times, MRIs, x-rays, […]
Lower back pain can affect everyone, but certain conditions are more common for women. Menstrual Cycle Female hormones significantly influence various muscle and bone conditions, potentially heightening sensitivity. During the menstrual cycle, pain levels may elevate. Home remedies like heat pads or hot water bottles can alleviate menstrual discomfort. This pain can be more severe […]
Tips and Exercises for New Moms Are you a new mom wondering how to safely get back into a fitness routine post-pregnancy? Learn about safe postpartum exercises, timelines, and expectations for mothers returning to fitness after childbirth. Benefits of Post-Pregnancy Exercise Exercising after pregnancy offers numerous benefits, including improved strength crucial for supporting pelvic posture […]
Do you sometimes laugh so hard that you pee just a little? Are you always wearing a panty liner to workout or play with the kids “just in case”?Do you feel like it’s getting weak down there as you get older? Well, ladies… you’re NOT alone. Many women suffer from what we call stress urinary incontinence which […]
When it comes to your CORE, most of us need to go back to the basics to learn how to engage the core. This is especially for YOU if you’re athletic… You have probably heard of the core and been told that it should be a part of your workout routine… right? I find this […]
Having a strong core can be life-changing. So understanding the exercises you can do to help strengthen your core is important and vital to your overall health. Injury prevention is the number one reason that most benefit from having a stronger core. It can help the other muscles around the body’s core in preventing overuse […]
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