Waking up stiff and unable to turn your head is more than just inconvenient—it’s literally a pain in the neck. Suddenly, simple tasks like driving or working feel impossible. The […]
Hypermobility, hEDS, and EDS: Understanding Joint Flexibility and Pain Management
I don’t remember learning about hypermobility syndromes when I was in PT school in the 80s or even having seen this diagnosis as recently as 2010. It didn’t show up […]
Strengthening Bones and Stability: BioDensity and Power Plate for Bone Health
In early 2021, I underwent surgery on my left big toe joint due to significant arthritis and cartilage tears. Just three months later, I had the same procedure done on […]
The Road to Healing Chronic Pain
Chronic pain has become an epidemic—according to Healthline, as of 2021, 50 million Americans are living with the condition. This amounts to nearly 20 percent of the U.S. population. To […]
Chronic Pain (a Central Nervous System Disease) and IMT
When I began dating my husband, I was amazed to find that he was unable to tolerate even a mild, deep tissue massage. Any deep pressure would create a 10/10 […]
