As a physical therapist specializing in women’s health, I regularly work with patients experiencing painful intercourse, medically known as dyspareunia. While this condition is common, affecting up to 20% of women at some point in their lives, many suffer in silence due to embarrassment or the misconception that nothing can be done. Today, I want […]
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As a physical therapist specializing in women’s health, I regularly work with patients experiencing painful intercourse, medically known as dyspareunia. While this condition is common, affecting up to 20% of women at some point in their lives, many suffer in silence due to embarrassment or the misconception that nothing can be done. Today, I want
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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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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:
Are you sick of not being able to sleep at night? Is your Pelvis hurting so much you never feel rested? You deserve better. While Pelvic pain is common during pregnancy, you do not need to let it take over your life. Hello there, amazing moms-to-be of St.Louis and beyond! I’m Dr. Brooke Kasiliak, I
If you’re reading this, then congratulations! Pregnancy is a gift, and you should be treasuring this special time nurturing your growing baby. Unfortunately, pelvic pain during pregnancy is often unavoidable without a helping hand. Have you encountered muscle or joint pain during your 1st, 2nd, or 3rd trimester? If the answer is YES, this blog
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All women, no matter the age, can and should strength train. Here are 6 reasons why we believe women should strength train. Reason #1: strength training will build lean muscle mass. Lean muscle mass increases your metabolism. A higher metabolism results in increase burning of fat and calories resulting in less body fat percentage overall. Reason #2:
Discomfort during menstrual cycles has been normalized, however something can be done besides reaching for the ibuprofen! Menstrual Cramps occur due to a chemical compound called prostaglandin. Prostaglandin is naturally present in the body and its role is to contract and relax the uterus. During your period, prostaglandin is released in order for the uterus
Do You Know the Symptoms of Perimenopause? Perimenopause begins earlier than you think! Perimenopause means “around menopause” and refers to the time during which your body makes the natural transition to menopause, marking the end of the reproductive years. Perimenopause is also called the menopausal transition. Women start perimenopause at different ages. You may notice
National Women’s Health Week is a weeklong health observance coordinated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health. It brings together communities, businesses, government, health organizations, and other groups in an effort to promote women’s health. The theme for 2012 is “It’s Your Time.” National Women’s Health Week empowers women to