Orthopedics is defined as the branch of medicine that address conditions affecting the bones, nerves, muscles or tendons. An orthopedic physical therapist treats these conditions with an emphasis on regaining movement

Pelvic health physical therapy is a speciality area that focuses on conditions that affect the pelvis such as bowel, bladder, or sexual function. Pelvic conditions can affect men, women or non-binary people at any stage of life. The pelvic muscles work together with the structures that surround your ribs, hips, back and even your jaw and feet! The mobility, strength and coordination are assessed and treated to address pelvic floor issues.

Conditions can include: external pelvic pain, internal pelvic pain (pain with intimacy, tampon insertion, pelvic exams), bowel and bladder issues such as stress or urge incontinence, organ prolapse, tailbox/coccyx pain, pregnancy and postpartum care, and issues related to sexual health.

This is the branch of medicine that addresses the unique needs of performing artists or artistic athletes.

Some examples include: musicians, conductors, vocalists, composers, visual artists , dancers, actors/actresses, drag kings/queens, performers. Also behind the scenes - costume designers, stage hands, sound mixers, lighting crew and beyond. You all are artistic athletes.

• Spine

  • Cervical (neck)

  • Thoracic (mid-back)

  • Lumbar and sacroiliac joint (low-back)

  Examples inlcude: Sciatica, cervical radiculitis, discogenic low back pain, sprains, muscle weakness and tightness, spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, headaches/jaw pain, facet impingement, chronic pain.

• Ribs

  Examples include:

  • sprains/strains, breathing issues, rib stiffness/decreased mobility, surrounding muscular weakness or tightness, instabilities.

• Hip and pelvis

  Examples include:

  • hip impingement/pinching, buttock pain, bursitis, hip pain, psoas tendinitis, ITB syndrome, hip flexor snapping.

• pelvic health specific conditions

  Examples include: urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, vulvodynia, prolapse/heaviness in pelvis, tight and or weak pelvic and core muscles, diastasis recti, poor coordination of intra-abdominal pressure, pain with intercourse or other sexual dysfunctions

• Knee

  Examples include:

  • patellar or quad tendonitis, meniscus tears, knee pain, ligamentous issues, patella issues, osteoarthritis.

• Foot

  Examples include:

  • foot/ankle pain, foot sprains, plantar fasciitis, big toe pain/stiffness, limited ankle mobility and strength, shin splints, chronic ankle instability, balance issues.

• Shoulder

  Examples include:

  • Rotator cuff issues, tendonitis, frozen shoulder/adhesive capsulitis, weakness/muscle tightness, shoulder pain, numbness and tingling

• Elbow/Wrist/Hand

  Examples include:

  Difficulty gripping and weight bearing, tendonitis/sprains.

• Headaches/jaw pain

• Nervous system regulation

• Post-operative conditions

  Examples include: ACL reconstruction, total hip or total knee replacement

  **Note: for recent post operative conditions, working with your surgeon and having an appropriate post op protocol is required for treatemnt.

orthopedics, strength training, pregnancy and postpartum exercise, pelvic health, chronic issues, sports rehab and addressing the unique needs of athletic artists.

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I treat the body as an integrated movement system. I understand how the mental, emotional, social and environmental aspects can play into we move physically. How we view health and wellness, our relationship with our body, and current and past experiences will impact the overall approach we take.

Strategies we may utilize: exercise, weight lifting, breathwork, manual therapy, tool assisted myofascial release, taping, education, assistive device training, modalities, guided practice, visualization, nervous system down-regulation, visual/auditory/kinesthetic learning tools, creative and active play.

A diagnosis is a cluster of signs and symptoms to help guide clinicians towards the appropriate method of treatment. However, it is important to acknowledge that two people can have the same diagnosis and the treatment plan can differ based on that person’as goals, medical history, their capacity, and other factors.

Physical Therapists are trained to assess, rule out, and address diagnoses and conditions that are related to the musculoskeletal (bone and muscle) and nervous system. We have a global understanding of medical pathologies and how they may interplay with movement. We work with your primary care providers to ensure that physical therapy is appropriate. More importantly, we work with you so you understand how and why a diagnosis may or may not impact your movement goals.

You can expect one-on-one care during our sessions. Typically sessions are one hour, but we have the flexibility to have anywhere from a 45 minute appointment to a 90 minute appointmnet based on your needs.

This is dependent on your goals, current experience, and your capacity for movement and practice. You and I will work on a plan that works best for you.

I work with all ages, genders, identities, and body types. If you desire to move your body and want guidance on how, I’m your gal.

I believe that everyone deserves respect and acceptance. With that said, I have a ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY when it comes to language or behavior that is stemmed from hate. This includes ANY use of derogatory slurs or statements that promote ableism, fatphobia/body shaming, raciscm, misogyny and beyond.

If repeated offences occur after attempts at correcting this behavior, I will respectfully discontinue care.

I would recommend wearing clothes that you are comfortable in and that allows you to move. It is also helpful to wear clothes or layers that you can easily adjust to expose a certain body part during assessment and treatment as needed.

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