Constipation can be both physically and mentally exhausting. The bloating, heaviness, and discomfort—often accompanied by nausea or a loss of appetite—can disrupt daily life. While common advice like staying hydrated, increasing fiber intake, and exercising can help, these solutions don’t work for everyone. Medications may provide relief, but they often come with unwanted side … [Read more...]
Building a Strong Foundation From the Pelvic Floor. Expert Talk!
by Charlene Bazarian Maybe you have heard the term, “pelvic floor” bandied about, but what exactly is that? With a range of issues that may be dramatically impacting your daily life such as incontinence, painful intercourse (dysparunia), overactive bladder, or even constipation, your pelvic floor may be the culprit. You might be surprised to learn that physical therapy is … [Read more...]
Crohn’s Disease: Managing Symptoms
Crohn’s disease is an ongoing (chronic) condition that causes the gastrointestinal (GI) tract to become inflamed. While the stomach may be affected, Crohn’s goes beyond this area of GI tract. Inflammation may also occur in the: intestines mouth esophagus colon anus The disease is an autoimmune reaction to normal substances in the gut (like bacteria and food) that … [Read more...]
