Pasadena, Here We Come! | Femina Physical Therapy Newsletter Issue 210
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A Simple Remedy for Summertime Travel and Constipation
It’s been a month since our last newsletter, as our team has been enjoying some much needed fun in the sun. Along with summer travel often comes changes in eating and drinking habits. You may have noticed how going off of your normal diet affects your bowel health, typically in the form of constipation. In this issue we want to dedicate supporting you and your bowel health--and help get things moving again!
First things first – what does it mean to be constipated? Get your learning started in our intro article “Chronic Constipation: The Basics” then head on over to “How to Have Your Best Poop Ever”.
Are you better with videos? Take a look at my viral video on Instagram on the right way to help stimulate your bowel movements (and leave a comment about your thoughts on the bodysuit). Make sure to share with all your traveling friends so they can keep their routines intact, too!
We also have EXCITING news to share with our newsletter subscribers first. We will be relocating our Montrose office to Pasadena in a few short weeks. For our patients, we’ll contact you prior to your appointment to provide you with an update. And for those of you that like renovation shows, these pictures of the “Pasadena office in the making” are for you! We are so happy to bring our world-class and innovative pelvic, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause and orthopedic support services to Pasadena! Contact our office to schedule your visit in Pasadena or any of our other LA office locations to get back on the path to better health.
As always thank you so much for being a subscriber to our newsletter, and remember that you can also stay in touch by following us on InstaGram at @feminapt and @dr.heatherjeffcoat.
That's it for now, see you next week!
Heather
Featured Content from the Femina PT Website
Chronic Constipation | The Basics
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Dealing With Chronic Constipation? Read On.
Most people experience constipation from time to time. Constipation isn’t just the inability to have a bowel movement, it includes the difficulty associated with bowel movements. Travel, inactivity, illness, and certain over the counter medications taken “as needed” commonly result in short-term or acute constipation. Constipation lasting longer than three months is considered chronic constipation. Chronic constipation should be treated by a doctor to prevent health complications.
Clear communication is essential to working with doctors, but the general public often has only a rudimentary understanding of medical terms - including constipation. There is often a gap between the physician and the patient’s perception of constipation which can lead to confusion. (1, 2, 7, 10) A study of people who thought they had constipation showed that only a third actually fit the criteria for constipation, while the rest actually had Irritable Bowel Syndrome or other gastrointestinal disorders. (9) So what are the criteria for constipation?
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How to Have Your Best Poop Ever: Solutions for Chronic Constipation
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Let's Discuss Some Solutions for Chronic Constipation
"Chronic constipation can have detrimental effects to daily life..."
Constipation is an extremely common symptom that has been reported to affect 63 million people in North America.1 Chronic constipation can have detrimental effects to daily life and is known to increase psychological distress and impair health related quality of life. Most commonly, individuals who are struggling with constipation often intervene with laxative use and dietary changes to increase fiber intake. These interventions fail to improve symptoms in about 50% of patients whom they are prescribed.2 If you find that you continue to struggle with constipation, there are many lifestyle changes one can adopt that can have a profound effect on symptoms including decreased frequency, straining, and pain with bowel movements.
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What Our Patients Say
Testimonial by S.H., age 24
I just wanted to thank you for everything you've done for me for the past 19 months. I literally could not have reached my goals without you and your practice. You gave me the courage to keep moving forth with my treatment no matter how afraid and anxious I was. You were always there to answer questions and made this whole process so much easier than I expected it to be.
It's because of you that my marriage is on the right track, that I can get pregnant and that this part of my life is finally over. I really feel that Fusion Wellness is a team of people you can call family and are there to root for you and cheer you on until you reach your goals. There is nothing better than knowing I accomplished this with you guys by my side and as calmly and patiently as I needed. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for always being there and helping me reach my goals.
S.H., age 24
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If you travel and are prone to constipation, a simple remedy you can take with you is a must.
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- OVERNIGHT COLON CLEANSER & DETOX - Simply take MagO7 before bed, on an empty stomach, for a reliable morning bowel movement and elimination of waste.
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- EASY TO USE – Great for those who get constipated from travel or those who can’t get enough fiber from diets like keto. MagO7 15 day gut cleanse requires no lifestyle changes.
- GENTLE ALTERNATIVE – Unlike some detox teas or artificial laxatives, MagO7 gut cleanse is cramp-free, non-habit forming, and does not result in tolerance.
We (and our patients) love MgO7, and you can get it on Amazon here!
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