78. The Hidden Aches and Pains of Perimenopause: Holistic PT Patricia Ladis Returns

Unexplained hip pain? Shoulders don't quite move the way they used to? What other ailments can we expect when we're least expecting them?

Returning to the pod is Holistic Physical Therapist Patricia Ladis, my trusted expert on all things related to moving our bodies, in particular our lady bodies.

We assume that only when we're injured do we need to pay attention to pain. But pain can be often a message from your body to check in, and ignoring these messages will not make them go away. Frozen shoulder and gluteal tendinopathy are two very common examples of how our body responds to a decline in estrogen, and they need immediate attention.

We discuss:

• 1 in 4 women over 50 develops Gluteal Tendinopathy
• Why you see a PT over a doctor/surgeon and why X-ray is not the answer
• PRP treatments – how plasma can be an effective treatment for tendons
• 
Keeping in motion is key, but squats are NOT your friend
• The importance of compassionate self-talk: your frustration can actually increase the inflammation

Patricia is the founder of WiseBody Physical Therapy, and previously co-founded KIMA Center for Physiotherapy & Wellness, one of NY’s most prestigious physical therapy & wellness centers. Patricia is also the co-founder of First 1000 Days of Wellness. She is the author of The Wise Woman’s Guide to Your Healthiest Pregnancy & Birth.

Visit Patricia in her practice in New York City and the Hamptons, or book a telemedicine appointment.

RESOURCES

Website

@PatriciaLadis

************************************************

Want more goodies? Get a weekly dose of wellness wisdom in your inbox, subscribe to the All Too Well newsletter. It's free!

Follow: @alltoowellbyerica

Work: www.ericahuss.com