Wholistic Endo Expert | Endometriosis and Pelvic Physical Therapy

Details: Written by: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT; Published: 20 September 2022; Last Updated: 26 April 2024; 1288 Views

I recently appeared on the Wholistic Endo Expert podcast hosted by Dr. Lj Johnson, and we talked about all matter of things endo related and how to find accurate information not only online, but from your health care provider(s). Here is a brief synopsis of our talk along with a link to the full episode below.

Heather Jeffcoat, DPT

Hear Heather Jeffcoat, DPT on the Wholistic Endo Expert Podcast

Here's a brief description of the show, directly from Dr. Johnson:

The Wholistic Endo Expert, hosted by Dr. Lj Johnson, is the ultimate combination of all things endometriosis and women's health. After waiting 16 years for a diagnosis she knows first hand how frustrating it can be dealing with all the misinformation online and the medical gaslighting which plagues our endo community. This podcast will help take the weight off your shoulders by providing you with practical holistic options so that you can get back in the driver's seat of your health!

What's covered in today's episode:

What is Endometriosis and how it's not a disease of the uterus.
What is Pelvic Physical Therapy
How to prepare for your first pelvic physical therapy appointment
How bladder pain, constipation, interstitial cystitis and tmj are connected to endometriosis
How to determine whether you're getting results
The evil triplets ... endometriosis, vulvodynia and interstitial cystitis
The importance of proper pelvic pt training
Top 5 questions to ask when booking a pelvic physical therapist
How to manage your expectations
How to find the holes in your pelvic health pain management

Resources from this episode:

Pelvic Physical Therapy Routine: https://bit.ly/3pENJmM
Instagram: https://bit.ly/38C8s5T
Work with me: https://calendly.com/saynotoendo/discoverycall?month=2024-04
Dr Heather Jeffcoat: Feminapt.com
30% PDF immediate download at sexwithoutpainbook.com with code LJPOWER30
Thank you for all your support as we raise awareness and remove all stigmas around endometriosis : https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Ljspowerhouse
Send your endometriosis questions here to help curate future episodes: https://bit.ly/3bYwrh5
If you'd like to be a guest please complete google form : https://bit.ly/3biZtHK

Listen to the full episode on the Wholistic Endo Expert podcast hosted by Dr. Lj Johnson here, and click here when you're ready to schedule an appointment with one of our licensed physical therapists.

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I was hopeful but frankly skeptical when the doctor treating me for Interstitial Cystitis recommended that I go to Heather for physical therapy. Medication and diet helped control my IC symptoms, but I had never heard of physical therapy being used to treat IC. The education and treatment I received from Heather was a revelation. She explained that the pain I experienced with IC had helped create a cycle of muscle guarding which affected the entire pelvic area. I had no idea of the amount of tension being held there. No wonder my husband and I had not been able to have sexual intercourse for years!

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As someone who suffered the debilitating physical and emotional effects of vaginismus (as well as a complicated history of back injuries) for more than 15 years, I thought a "normal" life was just a fantasy. Then I found Heather.

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Testimonial by R.H.

No one could tell me why I was having pain during sex--sharp pain, not just uncomfortable, pain. I was referred to Heather Jeffcoat after researching several different options. I had seen a specialist who told me physical therapy would not help and my only option was surgery. I really didn't want to go that route, so when we got a referral, I decided to try it--it can't hurt, I thought. I am so glad I did. She diagnosed the problem right away, which was a relief in itself.

To know why I was having pain eased my mind immensely. And to hear that she could fix it without surgery was another relief. She said she could fix the problem in 6 weeks. I think it was actually 4 for me. She was very methodical, and treated me as an intelligent human being capable of participating in my own recovery. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone. She did not try to prolong my session numbers, she worked hard to accommodate my schedule (and the fact that I had to bring a baby to sessions), and she was completely honest the entire time. It is so hard to find someone with these characteristics, much less a professional who is so good at what she does. She has my highest respect.

-- R.H.

Testimonial by S.P., Age 26

I would like to start off by thanking Heather Jeffcoat for educating me and curing me of Vaginismus. I had been married for almost three years before I was referred to Heather. I never knew about Vaginismus until almost three years into my marriage. I knew something was wrong when I went on my honeymoon and came back a Virgin. I had always imagined how magical my first night would be but boy was I wrong.

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Testimonial by M.M.

My husband and I were married for 5 years and unable to have intercourse, but I never knew why. After numerous awful experiences at doctor’s offices (where many doctors told me I “just needed to relax”), a surgery that didn’t fix the problem, and a year of owning dilators that didn’t get me anywhere, someone finally referred me to Heather for Physical Therapy. I finally had answers and information from someone who knew exactly what I was dealing with!

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Testimonial by J.H.

My last appointment with Heather was over 6 years ago but I still think of her every day. I don’t take for granted that I can easily get out of bed, care for my two active and busy young boys, run, play tennis, clean my house, or sit at a desk for several hours at a time. None of these tasks were easy for me before meeting Heather. Eight years ago my car was struck from behind by a tractor trailer that was estimated to have been speeding. I spent 3 years working with different PTs and Drs trying to heal and move on with my life. When I became pregnant and the hormone relaxin that “relaxes” all the joints of the body and the additional weight gain erased all my progress and I was suddenly in a lot of pain again. My OB sent me to Heather for one last try.

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