Sleep is Elusive.
Sleep is elusive. Balancing life responsibilities, leisure activities and sleep seems nearly impossible. Even if I make it to bed in a timely fashion, my brain oftentimes works overtime, and…
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Pelvic Pain and Sexual Abuse: a Physical Therapist’s Role in Guiding Your Journey to HealingAs a physical therapist specializing in pelvic dysfunction, over the years I have seen many women…
Post-Mastectomy Rehab
Most people are aware of the emotional strain of dealing with a cancer diagnosis and treatment. However, it is rare for people to discuss the physical, mental and emotional deficits…
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month
In honor of of March being Brain Injury Awareness Month, we are spotlighting our dear friend and coworker, Lee Anne Jester. Lee Anne suffered a traumatic brain injury during a…
Are You Deficient In Vitamin D?
Recently, I had routine lab work done. For a second time I had a vitamin D deficiency. What does vitamin D do? Why does my body need it? And why…
Fecal Follies – Why Leaking Stool Happens and How PT Can Help
I have a friend that recently confided in me that she has had a long fight with losing stool accidently. She said that she had talked to her doctor but…
What is Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy?
What Exactly Is Pelvic PT? Although I realize the term “Pelvic PT” is not exactly a common term, I’m still surprised when I discover that many healthcare professionals, specifically physicians, have…
An Outpouring of Gratitude
Over the past two weeks, my children have pointed out their aggravation at feeling like Thanksgiving is a lost holiday. My seven year old walked into Target with me last…
FC Nominated for 2015 KC Chamber Small Business Award
Foundational Concepts was nominated for the 2015 KC Chamber Small Business of the Year Award! Thank you to the KC Chamber for your support and recognition!
Treating the Pain of Endometriosis with Pelvic Physical Therapy
Endometriosis affects more than 6 million women in the United States. It is a painful disorder in which the cells that form the endometrial lining within the uterus grow outside…
KC Couple Find Relief with Pelvic Floor Therapy
One of our brave patients was willing to tell her story about her experience with pelvic floor therapy, and a news team wanted to help spread the word. The goal…
