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Pelvic Floor Dysfunction In Children

Pelvic Floor Dysfunction In Children

We talk a lot about pelvic floor dysfunction in adults, but did you realize that kids can have pelvic floor dysfunction too?  In fact, up to 30% of children suffer from incontinence, of which 9-12% suffer from functional constipation.  If these are left untreated, it can lead to dysfunction as an adult. When it comes…

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IS IT NORMAL?  AM I NORMAL??…

IS IT NORMAL? AM I NORMAL??…

IS IT NORMAL?  AM I NORMAL?? Have you ever asked yourself, “is it normal to pee when I run, jump, lift, cough, sneeze, etc.?”  So often we have things like this happen (especially after having a baby), and it can seem “normal,” even when discussing it with others, but common doesn’t equal normal.  Maybe you’re…

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WHY THE WAY WE BREATHE MATTERS

WHY THE WAY WE BREATHE MATTERS

So many times I hear patients tell me “I never knew breathing was so hard” and “I never knew the way I breathe mattered so much.”  After all, it’s something we do without even thinking about it, right?  So, why does it matter so much? Well, correct posture and breathing is important for many reasons. …

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DIASTASIS RECTI

DIASTASIS RECTI

Diastasis Recti – what is it, do I have it, and if I do, what do I do about it? In order to answer these questions, we first have to look a little closer at our anatomy. The “abs” are made up of several layers of muscle and fascia. These include the Transverse Abdominis (TA),…

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Nutrition And Your Performance

Nutrition And Your Performance

As you probably know (or may have guessed), your nutrition can be one of the biggest contributing factors in your daily performance.  Whether you are an elite athlete or the average Joe/Jane, what you eat has a profound impact on your day-to-day performance, both mentally and physically.  Did you also know that your nutrition can…

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