Kari has over 14 years of clinical experience in physical therapy in orthopedics with a specialization in pelvic health, as well as experience in pelvic health program growth and development, mentorship and development in continuing education.
As rehab professionals, we know so many of our patients go down an internet rabbit hole, searching their symptoms and potential fixes. It is our job to support and guide them to the best information and help quell their worries and fears.
With every new ache and pain, we start hearing the whisper of that dirty work that creeps slowly but surely into so many ears – arthritis! Arthritis is an equal opportunity culprit, coming for both men and women with all type of backgrounds and occupations.
After long hours, days, months and years spent training, deploying and enduring mental and physical stress, opening the door to holistic approaches can empower our veterans to explore new ways to well-being and can help them thrive as their journey continues beyond service!
The ability to shower or bath safely and efficiently can often become extremely challenging following a surgical procedure, injury or illness. The good news is there are myriad options to make showering easier and much more accessible.
Physical therapists hear over and over again “It’s not the right time”. While surgery can occasionally come with unexpected complications, the best way to have a positive experience is to gain some knowledge on the procedure, preparing both mentally and physically, and having a post-surgical plan.
The term pelvic floor has long been associated with women with babies and Kegels. Spoiler alert – EVERYONE has a pelvic floor! Men of all ages experience pelvic floor dysfunction with a wide variety of symptoms.
Although gaining more interest and increased awareness, pelvic health remains a quiet, often stigmatized subject—yet it is central to a woman’s well-being at every stage of life. Focusing on breathing, posture, low back and hip strength and mobility and core strengthening will enable us to work smarter not harder.
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