Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSEight IC Myths that Hold Patients Back from ReliefFind out the truths behind the biggest IC myths!
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSCBD Oil: What's the Buzz About?One of the most talked about "new" treatments for chronic pain is actually centuries old: cannabidiol (CBD oil). Having been used as a m...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSIC Myth #8: Wait for a 'Cure'The Myth: We should wait for a 'cure' for interstitial cystitis. The Truth: Conditions can be treated, managed and improved, but for th...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSIC Myth #7: It's All in Your HeadThe Myth: The pain and symptoms of IC are 'all in your head.' The Truth: Even though many patients are told this at some point in their...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSIC Myth #6: Elmiron is the Only OptionThe Myth: Elmiron(R) is your only treatment (or best) treatment option. The Truth: Though many urologists prescribe Elmiron(R) to patie...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSIC Myth #5: Acid is the EnemyThe Myth: Ingesting acidic foods or beverages makes urine more acidic, irritating the bladder and flaring symptoms. The Truth: While so...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSIC Myth #4: Follow the 'IC Diet'The Myth: There is a standard "IC Diet" that all patients should be following. The Truth: Your diet will be unique, and should focus on...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSIC Myth #3: IC is a Woman's ConditionThe Myth: Interstitial Cystitis is a women’s condition. The Truth: The best prevalence studies in women and men have found that the condi...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSIC Myth #2: IC is RareThe Myth: Interstitial cystitis is a rare condition. The Truth: Interstitial cystitis affects up to 12 million people in the United Sta...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSIC Myth #1: IC is a Bladder ConditionThe Myth: Interstitial cystitis is exclusively a bladder condition. The Truth: IC is a complex condition, involving the bladder, pelvic...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSWhat Happens When Endometriosis Is Not the Underlying Cause of Pelvic PainNew research from the University of Calgary explores the role of endometriosis in chronic pelvic pain. They examined a group of more tha...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSQuercetin - This Simple Supplement Could Reduce Your Pelvic Symptoms!Quercetin is a bioflavonoid -- a naturally occurring compound that is often found in citrus fruits, berries, tea, or wine. Bioflavonoids...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSL-Arginine may Clear Inflammation and Increase Circulation in Pelvic Pain ConditionsL-Arginine is a semi-essential amino acid that is both produced naturally by the body and found in common foods like red meat, dairy, and...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSPelvic Floor 301: Pelvic Floor DysfunctionNow that we've discussed what the pelvic floor is and what the pelvic floor does, we need to talk about what can happen when the pelvic f...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSPelvic Floor 201: What Does the Pelvic Floor Do?The pelvic floor is important for the vital functions it performs. These muscles are active throughout the entire day and night, thankle...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSPelvic Floor 101: What is the Pelvic Floor?The pelvic floor isn’t just a clever name; it’s literally the floor of your pelvis. The term is a shorthand for the muscles, ligaments, n...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSSipping vs. Gulping: HOW you drink may matter more than HOW MUCHWater consumption is something we hear a lot about. We all know water is essential for life, and being adequately hydrated has all sorts...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSStop Sabotaging your Immune System (and Pelvic Floor)!During the cold months we often adopt new habits and unwittingly sabotage the immune system, making illness far more likely. As we've co...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSSniffles, Sneezes and the Pelvic FloorImagine you’re the pelvic floor – coughs, sneezes, and sniffles are some of your biggest enemies. The muscles of the pelvic floor have to...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCSThree Ways to Cultivate Gratitude Throughout the YearCultivating a sense of gratitude can make us healthier, happier, and more connected to the friends and family around us throughout the ye...
