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...
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Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
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...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
The Reason Your Low Back Pain Won't Go Away
Low Back Pain that Won't Go Away? If you have lingering low back pain or sciatica that just won't go away, you're likely missing an...
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
Naturally Treat and Prevent UTIs - Both Real and Phantom!
Urethral Burning, Urgency/Frequency and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Identifying the cause of urethral burning, urinary urgency and pelvic...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
How to Find a Pelvic Physical Therapist
"How do I find a pelvic floor physical therapist (PT) near me?" It's one of the most common questions we're asked when patients reach out....
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
PelvicSanity Helped Save my Life: A Patient Story
The lowest point for Stacey was a night in the Emergency Room in excruciating pelvic pain. Her symptoms had steadily been getting worse...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
How PelvicSanity Helped Restore Intimacy to My Relationship: A Patient Story
Bridget had been dealing with pain during intercourse for more than 4 years, which started after she had kids. It had been gradually...
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS
How PelvicSanity Saved my Wedding: Patient Stories
When Chelsea first called us, she was about six weeks away from her wedding and dealing with significant abdominal and pelvic pain. She...
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
Do I Have Pelvic Floor Dysfunction? The Pelvic Health Screening Questionnaire
Wondering about your pelvic health? Take the Pelvic Health Screening Questionnaire to determine if pelvic floor dysfunction is contributing
Nicole Cozean, PT, DPT, WCS and Sharon Thompson
Vitamin D: Why the Sun Isn't Enough
What if everything we thought we knew about Vitamin D was wrong? Most of us aren't too concerned about our Vitamin D levels, because...