7 Health Benefits of Gratitude
The week of Thanksgiving is a time when many of us consciously set aside time to count our blessings and take stock of all the things in...
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Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
Holistic Treatment for Interstitial Cystitis
Natural Remedies and Treatment for Interstitial Cystitis Many patients with interstitial cystitis reject the idea they need to be on...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
The Best Supplements for Interstitial Cystitis
Supplements can be an important part of holistically treating interstitial cystititis. They are less expensive than medications and...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
Pelvic Pain when Coughing or Sneezing
Why Does it Hurt to Sneeze? Pain with sneezing or coughing is unfortunately common. It can be a sharp pain in the lower abdomen, pelvic...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
Eight IC Myths that Hold Patients Back from Relief
Find out the truths behind the biggest IC myths!
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
CBD 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...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
IC 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...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
IC Myth #7: It's All in Your Head
The 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, WCS
IC Myth #6: Elmiron is the Only Option
The Myth: Elmiron(R) is your only treatment (or best) treatment option. The Truth: Though many urologists prescribe Elmiron(R) to...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
IC Myth #5: Acid is the Enemy
The Myth: Ingesting acidic foods or beverages makes urine more acidic, irritating the bladder and flaring symptoms. The Truth: While...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
IC 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...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
IC Myth #3: IC is a Woman's Condition
The Myth: Interstitial Cystitis is a women’s condition. The Truth: The best prevalence studies in women and men have found that the...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
IC Myth #2: IC is Rare
The Myth: Interstitial cystitis is a rare condition. The Truth: Interstitial cystitis affects up to 12 million people in the United...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
IC Myth #1: IC is a Bladder Condition
The Myth: Interstitial cystitis is exclusively a bladder condition. The Truth: IC is a complex condition, involving the bladder, pelvic...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
What Happens When Endometriosis Is Not the Underlying Cause of Pelvic Pain
New research from the University of Calgary explores the role of endometriosis in chronic pelvic pain. They examined a group of more...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
Quercetin - 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, WCS
L-Arginine may Clear Inflammation and Increase Circulation in Pelvic Pain Conditions
L-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, WCS
Pelvic Floor 301: Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
Now 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...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
Pelvic 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,...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
Pelvic 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,...