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 am I deficient? Many of us are at risk for…
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 that he was not sure where to turn. I was…
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 no knowledge that this type of specialty exists.It all started…
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 week and commented on the Christmas explosion as she walked…
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 the uterus in the abdominal cavity. Depending on the severity,…
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 was to reach other women so that they may find…
October is National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
Did you know that former President Ronald Reagan proclaimed October as “Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month”? It was in October of 1988 that he put this provision in place, and now parents throughout the world have a month dedicated…
What is Lipedema?
"Why can't I lose weight?", "Why do I exercise and exercise, and I still can't get my thighs to change?", "Why is my upper body 3 sizes smaller than my lower body?" These are questions I have asked myself since I…
