Your Pelvic Health

In today's episode we are chatting with Melanie Costa-Silva. Melanie is a licensed health insurance agent since 2012. This was her first career role. In 2012 Melanie went through my own journey of pursuing care and found that our system does not cater to seeing that people get well, moreso it is trained in keeping them sick. This is where she chose to break the mold and look at our healthcare thro...

Rivki Chudnoff PT, MSPT has over twenty years of experience specializing  in the treatment of women's health-related issues and pelvic floor dysfunction, with a focus on pelvic pain, unconsummated marriages, prenatal and postpartum care, and incontinence. Rivki has written extensively on women's health issues and presented on pelvic health internationally at marriage retreats, community events, an...

Chantal Traub is a prominent New York City birth facilitator, doula, childbirth educator and wellness coach. In her 20-plus years in practice, she has become internationally acclaimed for her expertise on the pelvic floor and her Pushing Power technique. Early on, Traub identified a severe lack of preparation among birthing people for the pushing stage of labor. Thus began a mission to properly ed...

 Dr. Clinton is an award-winning physical therapist in professional achievement and the owner of LTI Physio in Sault Ste. Marie, MI.  Susan is board certified in orthopedic and women's health physical therapy, a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Therapy, and a board certified health, wellness and life coach. She is an international instructor/mentor of post-professional education...

Today we are chatting with Rachel Williams MSPT, the Founder Midtown Physical Therapy in NYC Rachel is an expert John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Therapist.. Rachel pioneered a manually based, functional style to physical therapy utilizing a variety of treatment approaches called human touch physical therapy HTPT to help balance patients wellness as a whole. Rachel is an expert level John F. Barn...

In today's episode we are chatting with Antony Lo. Antony Lo is a physiotherapist, educator and podcast host from Australia who works at the junction of Musculoskeletal/Ortho, Sports, and Pelvic Health. He runs The Physio Detective Clinic, My PT Education, The Women's Heal4th Podcast, and The Diastasis Project. He helps the general public and health and fitness professionals who struggle to progre...

Megan Perez earned a Masters Degree in Nutrition in 2013. She has continued her education by completing courses in integrative and functional nutrition, mindful eating, digestive disorders (such as IBS, SIBO, and IBD), eating disorders and intuitive eating, and also hormone health (specifically fertility, hypothalamic amenorrhea, and PCOS). She has a personal history with digestive distress, PCOS,...

In today's episode we are chatting with Lynn Schulte. Lynn  is a Birth Healing Specialist and Pelvic Health Physical Therapist for over 30 years and founder of the Institute for Birth Healing, an educational platform for practitioners and Center for Birth Healing, her clinical practice.   She has been helping moms heal from all the issues women experience after birth and is now teaching courses to...

In today's episode we are chatting with Dr. Alexandra Milspaw.  Dr. Milspaw is a licensed professional counselor in Pennsylvania, an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, and Board Certified Hypnotist. She is the author of Hello Down There: A Guide to Healing Pelvic and Sexual Pain.  Dr. Milspaw serves as the Director of Behavioral Health Services for Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine, a nationally-known p...

In today's episode we are chatting with Michael Hodge who went through 5 years of severe pelvic pain, nagging urinary issues, and deflating sexual dysfunction in his 20's. After returning back to strength, he went on a deep path to discover the root cause of these perplexing mind-body issues. Since teaming up with well-known pelvic expert Dr. Brianne Grogan, Michael has helped over 1,000 men to re...

In today's episode we discuss how stress affects all systems in your body from hormones, mood,immunity, digestion, sleep, thyroid function, memory and so much more. Managing stress with proper guidance and an individualized approach for you can lead to improved overall physical, emotional and mental health! Follow us @pelvicorerehab and share any questions you have on Pelvic Health or share your e...

In today's episode we are chatting with Amanda Grillot, owner of FIT4MOM Boca.  This allowed Emma to  fulfill her two passions; fitness and motherhood melded into one!!  Follow us @pelvicorerehab and share any questions you have on Pelvic Health or share your experience overcoming Pelvic Health related issues. Episode Notes:  How can a new mother achieve her fitness goals while being a great mom?...

In today's episode we are chatting with Amalia Brassfield. Amalia is a breath and movement specialist. Her background runs the gamut from Pilates to CrossFit, yin yoga to triathlon, functional and corrective exercise. She specializes in working with pain/injury/pregnancy and post-partum. I began teaching breath-work formally in 2013. I integrate movement,  breath  and meditation modalities to mana...

In today's episode we are chatting with Kelly Terry . Kelly is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Kelly was the assistant captain of the two-time National Champion D1 NCAA Women's Ice Hockey team. Upon graduation, she continued her hockey career with the Canadian National Women's Hockey Team for three years. Kelly uses a combination of research evidenc...

In today's episode we are talking with Jen Radnay, owner/founder of her company Birth of a Goddess. Please see her Beautifully written bio below. Jens Bio:  Birth work is Magic. It is to hold a sacred space for women to step into their power and trust enough to surrender their bodies. It is to allow oneself to go so deeply within and let the intense process of Birth to happen. Motherhood is our mo...

In today's episode we chat with Nicole Gonzalez-Cumberbatch, she is a proud mom of one, a former Corporate VP of Finance and HR, business owner, and author. She believes it takes a village to uplift a mother and a village is essential to a mother's mental wellness and well-being. Nicole founded The Motherhood Village in 2021, to foster that village through community, education and connection. Foll...

On today's episode we are chatting with Dr. Sarah Bedell. Dr, Bedell currently practices Gynecology with her sisters and mother at New Age Women's Health in Miami FL since 2017.. She does general gynecology but also sees patients with vulvar skin conditions and conditions that can cause pain with intercourse. She went to Medical School at New York University where she met her mentor, Dr. Andrew Go...

In today's episode we are talking to Stacy Friedman, she is a  Clinical Sexologist & Certified Sex/Intimacy Coach. Stacy is passionate about helping people find and develop their own sexual expression. She helps them improve their sexual appreciation through guidance and education. Stacy shares her own incredible healing  journey of returning to enjoyable sex after years of pain. Follow us @pelvic...

Today we are talking to a Perinatal Chiropractor and owner/founder of True Life Chiropractic. He is certified in pregnancy-specific Webster technique, has had numerous experience working with children, and has had extensive training in various adjusting techniques. During his spare time, he loves to travel with his soul mate, pass time through the breaking of bread with his family, and give back b...

Today we are talking with Dr. Amanda Olson. Dr. Amanda Olson is a dedicated and passionate Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in treatment of pelvic floor disorders including incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain, and pregnancy related issues. She is a certified advanced pelvic floor practitioner (CAPP-PF) by the American Physical Therapy Association and the Herman and Wallace Pelv...

In today's episode we are talking with Susie Gronski about all things Men's Health: Susie is a Doctor of Physical Therapy,a Sexuality Counselor/Educator and Owner of an interdisciplinary men's pelvic and sexual health clinic in Asheville, NC. Follow us @pelvicorerehab and share any questions you have on Pelvic Health or share your experience overcoming Pelvic Health related issues. Episode Notes:...

Since 2017, Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM) has provided a modern, functional wellness solution to a health crisis that affects 15% of women and 10% of men. Persistent pelvic pain is often overlooked, untreated, and misguided Dr. Marjorie Mamsaang: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Medicine physician, Sports Medicine Fellowship-trained, currently Pelvic Pain Specialist, most recently-yoga te...

Erica Meloe is a physical therapist in private practice in NYC. After a decade solving financial puzzles on Wall Street for a global investment bank, Erica took her MBA and problem solving skills into the clinic.  She specializes in treating patients with persistent unsolved pain and her mission is to raise awareness of the physical therapy profession to a level like no other. Erica is co-host of...

In today's episode we talk about taking control of your bladder. Bladder leaking is a "common but not normal" issue that people of all ages struggle with. We will go over basic anatomy and function of the pelvic floor and bladder, how the pelvic floor and bladder interact. We will discuss signals your body may give you to let you know that your bladder is asking for help. And we will discuss tips...

In today's episode we are speaking with Becky Rhew. Becky has been a practicing attorney for the last 20 years. Becky has a genetic condition called G6PD Deficiency. G6PD deficiency is an inherited condition. It is when the body doesn't have enough of an enzyme called G6PD (glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase). This enzyme helps red blood cells work properly. A lack of this enzyme can cause hemolyti...