In the womens’ health and pelvic health worlds, there is a growing recognition of the importance of holistic approaches to address various issues, from pelvic pain and congestion to the challenges of peri/menopause and postpartum recovery. One of my favorite tools to implement for these concerns is hypopressives ("hypos" for short) and specifically the Low Pressure Fitness (LPF) movement system.

Breast cancer affects millions of women worldwide, leaving a profound impact on their physical and emotional well-being before, during and after treatment. While they are necessary for curing breast cancer, treatment like chemotherapy, radiation treatment or hormone therapy can have significant side effects. Common side effects and symptoms include pain, cancer-related fatigue, lymphedema, muscle weakness, peripheral neuropathy, and brain fog. 

This is a question I often get asked as a physical therapist. In this blog post, I will dive into what it means to be a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) and how my specialty can help you achieve your physical therapy goals. ‍A physical therapist with an OCS board certification has gone above and beyond the typical educational requirements. I hold a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree and have pursued additional specialized training...

September is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) awareness month. PCOS is a complex, multi-systemic condition that affects as many as 10% of women of reproductive age. PCOS is a significant endocrine, metabolic, gynecologic condition that goes undiagnosed ~50% of the time, therefore goes untreated about 50% of the time. Some common signs and symptoms include missed or irregular periods, excess bodily hair, acne, weight gain, infertility and pelvic pain.

More than likely, you have either heard of, or have seen, a Squatty Potty. So, what's the big deal?!‍ The John, the Can, the Loo, and the Throne all conjure images of our modern-day toilet. Before these toilets were a norm in society, many people relied on other ways of relieving themselves. Most of those ways included a squatting position over a dug hole, a chamber pot, or squat toilet (porcelain hole in the floor) as we commonly see in overseas countries.

Yes this blog post is all about me. But really it's more about how I can help you. I began my fitness journey with my own health journey. In my early twenties, I found myself suddenly very overweight and sedentary while working at a desk in an insurance job. My whole life changed when I rapidly gained weight and declined in overall health. My doctors were alerting me of pre-diabetes and prehypertension at just 20 years old!

Congratulations! You’re embarking on the incredible journey of pregnancy, complete with its joys and challenges. As your due date approaches, the thrill of impending motherhood mingles with the realization that your little one will soon need to make their grand entrance into the world.This thought can be quite overwhelming, but fear not! I am here to share five tips to help you and your pelvis feel fully prepared and empowered for labor and delivery.

Yes this blog post is all about me. But really it's more about how I can help you. I chose to work at Activcore because I believe patients deserve one-on-one holistic care that is uniquely tailored to their individual needs. ‍I primarily work at Activcore in Johns Creek, Georgia. This is a boutique clinic located inside a popular personal training studio called the Medical Fitness and Wellness Group.

Yes this blog post is all about me. But really it's more about how I can help you. I chose to join Activcore because the environment allows me to provide the best care possible. The one-on-one structure gives me the opportunity to get to know my patients on a deeper level and tailor my treatment sessions to their specific needs.

Yes this blog post is all about me. But really it's more about how I can help you. I always felt drawn to the healthcare field, but physical therapy didn't jump out to me initially. There were a few different facets of my life that blended to push me towards PT. I have always had a passion for fitness growing up in sports, as well as swimming in college.