I'm excited to announce that I have officially joined Activcore and that I will be offering pelvic health services at the Bernardsville, NJ location starting on January 13, 2025.‍ So here's a bit about me...‍ I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) who specializes in pelvic health, women's health, orthopedics and manual therapy. I received my DPT degree from Rutgers University in 2018.

As a physical therapist who specializes in vestibular rehabilitation, I see many people with vertigo. They typically come in with dizziness that's debilitating. The good news is that I can usually fix it in just one or two treatments. But before I get into that, let me explain what vertigo is.

True or False? Male pelvic pain is always associated with dysfunction of the prostate. The answer is FALSE. While the prostate can be associated with pelvic floor dysfunction at times, it is generally not the primary cause especially for pelvic pain. Approximately 2-16% of men may experience pelvic pain. Pelvic pain may also be associated with bladder, bowel, and/or sexual dysfunction.

Winter is here and with it comes the excitement of hitting the slopes. But before you strap on your skis or snowboard, it's crucial to prepare your body for the physical demands of the sport. That is where the Redcord suspension system comes in. Focusing on the key stabilizer muscles, this unique exercise tool challenges your body in a way that traditional weightlifting doesn’t.

As I wrap up this blog series about treatments for scoliosis, let’s explore one of the most promising therapeutic interventions. It is called Redcord NEURAC (NEURomuscular ACtivation) and it comes from Norway. Utilizing a zero-gravity suspension exercise system, this groundbreaking yet gentle approach specifically targets what many consider to be the foundation of spinal stability: our deep intrinsic core muscles. The relationship between core stability and scoliosis has been a subject of interest in the rehabilitation community.

Dyspareunia is a medical term for painful sexual intercourse. It is characterized by persistent or recurrent pelvic pain that occurs before, during, or after intercourse. This condition affects both men and women, and can significantly impact your quality of life, relationships, and emotional well-being. Pain associated with dyspareunia can include sharp, burning, throbbing, or cramping sensations in the genital or pelvic region.

In my previous blog post, I discussed how Structural Integration (SI) can be a powerful tool for managing pain and tightness associated with scoliosis and postural dysfunction. Today, I will explore another promising non-surgical approach: Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy (OMPT). OMPT is both an orthopedic assessment and manual therapy approach that employs various hands-on techniques to improve how you look, feel and move.

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) happens when your bladder, uterus, or rectum drops down into the vagina. This is caused by laxity of connective tissue. Sometimes, weak pelvic floor muscles and/or poor pressure management can be related factors.‍ POP is particularly common after pregnancy and childbirth. While lots of women have it, not all experience symptoms. A pelvic floor physical therapist can help determine if you have POP and what to do about it.

For many new moms, the desire to return to your pre-pregnancy fitness levels, including running, can be strong. However, resuming a running routine postpartum requires careful consideration of various factors to ensure safety and decrease risk for injury.‍ Historically, there haven't been very many guidelines to help new moms navigate returning to running/exercise postpartum...

In my previous blog post, I introduced 3 non-surgical treatment options for scoliosis: Structural Integration (SI), Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy (OMPT), and Neuromuscular Activation (NEURAC). Today, I am taking a closer look specifically at Structural Integration and how it can be a powerful tool in helping you manage soft tissue pain and tightness associated with scoliosis and postural dysfunction.