Gut Health in the New Year: Part 2 Fiber and Water
Constipation is characterized by infrequent bowel movements, difficulty passing stools, and often, discomfort or bloating. While constipation can arise from various factors like stress, medication, or underlying health conditions, a…
Gut Health in the New Year: Part 1 – Pelvic Floor
Constipation is a common issue that many people face, and for some, it can become a persistent and debilitating problem. While diet, hydration, and exercise are often the first solutions…
The Body’s Interconnectedness: Exploring the Vital Link Between the Psoas Muscle and Pelvic Floor
The human body is a beautifully interconnected system, where different muscle groups work together to support movement, posture, and stability. Two such muscle groups—the psoas and the pelvic floor muscles—have…
Merry and Bright
As we approach the end of the year and reflect on our many blessings, we at Foundational Concepts want to take a moment to extend our warmest holiday wishes to…
Managing PCOS and Back Pain: Physical Therapy for the Win!
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder affecting women with a variety of symptoms that can impact both physical and emotional health. One of the often-overlooked challenges of…
Breaking the Myths: What You Need to Know About PCOS
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that can cause a variety of symptoms, including irregular periods, excess androgen (male hormones), and cysts on the ovaries. While the condition…
Gut Wisdom: Understanding the Microbiome for a Happier You
There is more and more research coming every week, it seems, on the importance of the gut microbiome—all of the good little bacteria that help to keep our tummies happy,…
Start Each Day with a Grateful Heart
If you have been in my treatment room, you may recognize this title of this blog. It hangs on my wall, as a gentle reminder to me to lean into…
Lymphedema and Gynecological Cancer: What You Need to Know
Lymphedema is a condition that affects the quality of life for those who have undergone treatment for gynecological cancers such as ovarian, cervical, or uterine cancer. This condition arises when…
Reclaiming Intimacy: The Importance of Using Dilators After Gynecologic Cancer Treatment
Radiation therapy is a common treatment for various cancers, including gynecological cancers. While effective in targeting cancer cells, it can lead to side effects that affect the vagina and surrounding…
Understanding Lymphedema: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Therapies.
Lymphedema is a condition characterized by the buildup of lymph fluid leading to swelling and discomfort. This condition can occur after surgery, radiation therapy, or injury and is more common…
Vaginal Dilators Demystified: What You Need to Know
Have you been handed a set of vaginal dilators and not told what to do with them? This is the blog for you! While this does not take the place…
