Magic City Physical Therapy Blog

Why is the Vagus Nerve so important?

What Does the Vagus Nerve Do? How Can I Improve My Vagal Tone? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=daLgbUuPpN0 The Vagus nerve is one of the longest running nerves in

May 25, 2022

Tips for Painful Periods

What Can I Do for My Painful Periods? Discomfort during menstrual cycles has been normalized; however, something can be done besides reaching for the Midol!

May 25, 2022

How Stress and Diet Relate to Pelvic Pain

Ever been in a foreign country and tried to order off of a long, complicated, alien looking menu? Did you use hand signals to describe

May 9, 2022

C-section Mamas: Can Scar Tissue’s
effects be fixed?

Scar tissue can be an ongoing hindrance for many of us. From an obstacle when it comes to movement, to a constant stretching feeling, dealing

May 2, 2022

Tips for Getting the Best Sleep During Pregnancy

You and your partner are expecting a little one… congratulations! Knowing that you’ll be bringing life into the world truly is a blessing; you’re probably

April 24, 2022

Exercise During Pregnancy: Safe or Unsafe?

If you’re currently expecting, you probably feel tired and achy from carrying the extra weight of your baby. As a result, you’re probably not thinking

April 21, 2022

Manual Lymphatic Drainage Following Liposuction

What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage? The Lymphatic System is the system of tissues, vessels, and organs that work in conjunction to maintain fluid levels in

April 11, 2022

Powerlifting Urinary Leakage

There has been a recent viral post showing a female weightlifter completely losing her bladder during a heavy lift. This is called athletic stress incontinence.

April 6, 2022

Tips for Avoiding Constipation

Aside from being uncomfortable, constipation can also lead to more serious pelvic floor problems. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease defines

January 26, 2022