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Exercise in Menopause: Protecting Your Pelvic Floor While Staying Active

Staying active during menopause is one of the best things you can do for your health. Exercise supports bone density, heart health, and mental well-being, but for many people going through menopause, exercise can also bring up new challenges like bladder leakage, heaviness in the pelvis, or discomfort with high-impact workouts. The good news is […]

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Understanding the Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause (MSM)

Understanding the Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause (MSM)

Many people only associate menopause with hot flashes and vaginal dryness, but menopause affects so much more than just that. A recent study has introduced the term Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause (MSM) to describe the effects of menopause on the musculoskeletal system, driven by the significant drop in estrogen levels during this transition. Each year,

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Debunking Menopause Myths: What You Need to Know

In honor of World Menopause Month, there’s no better time to clear up some of the common misconceptions around menopause that often leave women feeling uncertain and unsupported. Fortunately, Dr. Brooke Kalisiak of Legacy Physical Therapy and Jennifer McDaniel of McDaniel Nutrition recently appeared on KSDK Show Me St. Louis to tackle two of the

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Menopause Insights from Experts | Legacy PT

As we celebrate World Menopause Awareness Month this October, it’s the perfect time to talk about a stage of life that every woman will experience, yet many know so little about: menopause. Recently, our owner Dr. Brooke Kalisiak, and Jennifer McDaniel, a registered dietitian from McDaniel Nutrition, appeared on KMOV’s My St. Louis Live Show:

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Can pelvic floor PT help my osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by weakened bones, making them more susceptible to fractures. This disease affects millions worldwide, particularly postmenopausal women, due to the significant drop in estrogen levels which helps maintain bone density. While osteoporosis primarily targets bones like the hip, spine, and wrist, it also has implications for overall health, including the

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