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Lotus Core PT is a PT clinic focusing on all things pelvic health & returning you back to function.

To book your appointment, click on the link: https://lotuscorept.janeapp.com/

07/12/2025

"Just Do Kegels" may not be the answer. In fact I just had a patient this week that I told them, "No more kegels". Her kegels were making this worse!

And yes, you read that right. If your pelvic floor muscles are already tight and overactive, adding more contractions (Kegels) is like doing shoulder shrugs when your traps are already in your shoulders. This will lead to more tension — not relief.

In my latest blog, and trying out substack 🤷🏼‍♀️ I break down:
✔️ What an overactive pelvic floor actually is
✔️ Why symptoms like leaking, pressure, and pain don’t always mean weakness
✔️ Red flags that Kegels might be doing more harm than good
✔️ What to focus on instead (spoiler: it’s all about relaxation and release)

Sometimes you don't need a superhuman powerful pelvic floor —it may need to let go.

📖 Read the full blog if you’ve ever thought:
👉 “I’ve been doing Kegels, but it’s not helping…”
👉 “Why is s*x or sitting still painful?”
👉 “How do I know if my pelvic floor is tight or weak?”

And if you made it this far and like substack - take a look over there!

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07/08/2025

My goal is always to look at the whole picture, not just the symptom. When we connect the dots, your healing journey begins!

❗️If you've been feeling dismissed, misdiagnosed, or stuck — you’re not alone. I am here to help your move forward!

07/06/2025

✨ Research alert! ✨

Did you know that over 70% of women experience joint pain, muscle loss, and bone density changes during menopause? A groundbreaking review introduces the term "The musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause" to describe these often-overlooked symptoms linked to the loss of estrogen during the menopause transition.

This work by Vonda J. Wright, Jonathan D. Schwartzman, Rafael Itinoche, and Jocelyn Wittstein highlights the urgent need for awareness, prevention, and active treatment to protect quality of life for millions of women worldwide.

Full credit to the authors!
Paper: "The musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause" by Wright VJ, Schwartzman JD, Itinoche R, Wittstein J. Climacteric. 2024;27(5):466-472.

06/30/2025

Bladder leaks? Common — but NOT normal.

1 in 3 women experience urinary leakage… but most are told to just “deal with it.”
Whether it’s a little leak when you sneeze or rushing to the bathroom with urgency — it doesn’t have to stay that way.

Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy can help you regain control, confidence, and comfort.
It’s not just about Kegels — it’s about understanding your body and giving it the right support.

Ready to learn more or book an eval? DM me!
You’re not alone — and you don’t have to live with it.

06/29/2025

Menopause: A Health Milestone, Not Just a Hormonal Shift

Menopause isn’t just the end of your reproductive years—it’s a powerful checkpoint in your health journey.

According to NAMS (2020), your quality of life (QOL) during midlife isn’t just shaped by hot flashes or hormone levels. It’s also deeply connected to your personal values, goals, and expectations.

Here’s what the research tells us:

✅ Menopause is a natural transition, not a disease
✅ QOL includes how you view your life within your culture, community, and priorities
✅ Your overall health perception isn’t defined by menopause itself
✅ This is a chance to reassess your health and redefine your goals

Think of it as a reset button—a time to reflect, refocus, and realign with what matters most to you.

06/25/2025

Pain relief during labor without meds? YES please!

A TENS unit offers gentle, effective pain relief and helps you stay in control—especially during early labor. Here's how it works, when to use it, and why more and more parents are adding it to their birth toolkit.

Read the Blog titled: TENS Units: a Non-Medicated Option for Labor Pain
Click on the "link in bio" to learn more

06/23/2025

Why Menopause Makes You More Prone to Pelvic Organ Prolapse
👀 Here’s what’s actually happening to your body—and what you can do about it.

06/20/2025

Estrogen: our best friend—supporting our entire body, every single day.
But one day, she starts to fade… and we’re left needing a new kind of support.

If you’re entering this stage, now’s the time to start the conversation with your provider.

In the meantime, let’s dive into what estrogen really does and why she’s so important.

🧬 Shapes female anatomy & s*xual development
📉 Helps slow growth after puberty
💪 Supports insulin sensitivity = better energy
🦴 Maintains strong bones
❤️ Protects your heart health
🔥 Affects how your body uses and stores energy
⚖️ Supports internal balance (aka homeostasis)

Estrogen is vital! While our friend make look different in the next chapter it is vital for our health.

06/17/2025

Yup! That’s me just a few years ago 😉 — a tiny baby, lovingly watched over by our family dog, Charlie. Ever since Charlie, dogs have pretty much been a constant in my life.

My first dog as an independent adult was Jake. I call him my “coming-of-age” dog. He was by my side throughout my late 20s and 30s as I navigated life’s ups and downs.

After he passed, Emma came into our lives. She’s my “next chapter” pup — keeping me young and always on my toes. I’m pretty sure I haven’t had a full night’s sleep in over two years because she’s such a snuggle bug and wakes me up at 5 am to eat!

06/15/2025

Many people come to see me because they’re experiencing urinary leakage but don’t understand why or how it’s happening. Every day, I provide education to help patients better understand their symptoms—and more importantly, the appropriate treatment options.

Here’s a quick guide to help you identify the difference between stress and urge incontinence so you can take the right steps toward relief.

06/13/2025

Are you leaking urine and not sure why? You're not alone.

Millions of people experience bladder leakage every day—and many don’t know whether it’s stress incontinence or urge incontinence, let alone how to treat it.

As a pelvic floor physical therapist, I help people identify and treat these two common forms of urinary incontinence using conservative, non-surgical methods.
In my latest blog, I explain the differences between stress and urge incontinence, how to spot the signs of each, and how pelvic floor therapy can help you take control of your bladder health.

11/24/2024

Happy weekend! This was back in my Florida days when I went to a Halloween Wedding and dressed up as Glinda the good witch with my friend, Cody painting himself green for Elphaba.

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770 W. Hampden Road Ste. 105
Englewood, CO
80110

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8am - 3pm

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http://www.lotuscorept.com/

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