Dr. Shirlea North, PT, DPT, GCS, CLT

NorthStar Physical Therapy

Health EN ↓ 81 episodes

Physical therapy is more than just 3 sets of 10 reps! This podcast provides you with collaborative information and interviews from experts in the field within physical therapy and other allied health professionals in order for you to achieve and champion your optimal health and self-management. Particular conditions like lymphedema, lipedema and various pelvic health dysfunctions for all pelvises that are not easily understood in the medical community and require an inter-disciplinary team approach to achieve your goals. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to...

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Dr. Shirlea North, PT, DPT, GCS, CLT

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#6: What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage or MLD? 08.05.2023 19:44

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal he...

#5: Lymphedema vs Lipedema 24.04.2023 23:54

#4 : What is Lymphedema? 08.03.2023 17:29

In this episode Dr. Shirlea North, PT, GCS, CLT answers the question what is lymphedema? She dives into the causes, who is involved, and treatments for this chronic and possible progressive condition that is a mystery to most healthcare providers but is extremely prevalent.

#3: What is a Compression Pump? 16.06.2022 21:06

In this episode, Hank Shaw, from BioTAB HealthCare introduces what a sequential pneumatic compression pump is, how to use it, recommended frequency and duration and several other quick tips. This episode offers a brief overview of compression pumps and how a compression pump vendor is another integral member of the interdisciplinary team for those diagnosed with lymphedema or lipedema for proper s...

#2: What is OT? How can they help me? 04.05.2022 20:44

What is an occupational therapist? What is the difference between physical and occupational therapy? That will be answered during this podcast. Many outpatient therapists network within their field and with other allied healthcare professionals to better collaborate and help their clients achieve their optimal health. Often I found myself working with my occupational therapy colleagues and they ha...

#1: Your Mindset is Key!! 08.03.2022 21:07

This episode is not only a kick start to my launch of NorthStar Physical Therapy, but also a kick start for you to set your mind right for optimal wellness! Joining me is Tiffany Chen, a certified NASM-CPT, 200-YT, and COTA who is passionate about holistic health and prioritizing mental health in order to obtain optimal wellbeing. She gives amazing tips on how to make quality stillness to give y...