Facing bilateral hip replacement surgery is no small challenge—especially when it’s both hips at once! As a physical therapist and Functional Medicine Health Coach, I combined my expertise with a holistic approach to prepare for and recover from surgery. In this post, I share the functional medicine strategies that made all the difference, from anti-inflammatory nutrition and stress management to targeted exercise and personalized recovery plans. Whether you’re preparing for surgery or exploring ways to heal afterward, these insights can help you thrive on your own recovery journey.

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Stress is a powerful but often overlooked factor in injury prevention and recovery. Chronic stress impacts your body in ways that can increase muscle tension, inflammation, and even hinder your immune system’s ability to heal. As a physical therapist and functional medicine health coach, I’ll walk you through the effects of stress on your body and share practical strategies to manage stress for optimal health, whether you're an athlete or simply on a wellness journey.

As physical therapists, our role extends beyond improving movement and reducing pain. By incorporating Functional Medicine principles into our practice, we can address the root causes of dysfunction—such as poor nutrition, chronic stress, and sleep deprivation—leading to faster recovery and lasting outcomes. Discover how Functional Medicine can complement your physical therapy approach and help your patients achieve better health.

Did you know that what you eat can significantly impact how well you recover from an injury? Healing requires more than just exercise—it’s about achieving balance, and nutrition plays a vital role. In this post, we explore how a diet rich in whole foods can reduce inflammation, speed up recovery, and prevent future injuries. If you're feeling stuck in your healing process, a holistic approach that combines physical therapy with nutritional support might be the answer.

Did you know that what you eat can significantly impact how well you recover from an injury? Healing requires more than just exercise—it’s about achieving balance, and nutrition plays a vital role. In this post, we explore how a diet rich in whole foods can reduce inflammation, speed up recovery, and prevent future injuries. If you're feeling stuck in your healing process, a holistic approach that combines physical therapy with nutritional support might be the answer.

Knee pain is a common and frustrating issue that can interfere with daily activities and exercise routines. Drawing from both personal experience and years as a physical therapist, I’ve developed a practical approach to managing knee pain. In this blog post, I share my top four strategies to improve mobility, strengthen key muscles, enhance proprioception, and boost collagen intake. These tips will help you take control of your knee health and move forward with confidence, no matter where you are in your recovery journey.

As you or your student-athlete return to training, it's important to prioritize injury prevention. In this post, we share practical tips to help you ease back into your routine safely, including the importance of gradual progress, proper warm-ups, and the right nutrition. Stay active and injury-free with these expert insights.