Did you know pelvic pain can be linked to other parts of your body, and issues elsewhere can stem from pelvic restrictions—even without pelvic pain?In this podcast, expert myofascial therapists discuss how "outside the box" myofascial approaches address body-wide dysfunctions and pelvic floor connections. Treating these restrictions enhances tissue mobility, joint movement, and overall function.Special guest Erica Reid, an occupational therapist from Los Angeles, shares how her non-profit helps human trafficking survivors heal through myofascial release and equine therapy.Connect with Erica Reid:- [Website](http://www.head2soul.net)- Instagram: [@head2soultherapy](https://www.instagram.com/head2soultherapy)- Facebook: [Head2Soul Therapy](https://www.facebook.com/head2soultherapy?mibextid=LQQJ4d)- YouTube: [@head2soul7](https://www.youtube.com/@head2soul7)- TikTok: [@head2soul](https://www.tiktok.com/@head2soul)Support Survivors of Human Trafficking:- [A New Dawn Foundation](http://www.anewdawnfoundation.org)- Instagram: [@anewdawnfoundation](https://www.instagram.com/anewdawnfoundation)- Facebook: [A New Dawn of Shinah](https://www.facebook.com/Anewdawnofshinah)Discover the transformative power of myofascial therapy and its holistic impact on health and healing.To catch today's episode via YouTube, click below:https://youtu.be/_56XPTRGvlEThanks for listening! See you next time!

In this podcast we introduce Quantum Healing with the OlyLife Tera P90, a groundbreaking device that combines the power of Terahertz waves and PEMF waves in one compact unit. Unlike other devices that only offer one type of wave, the Tera P90 offers both for a fraction of the cost. Here we discuss PEMF waves featured in this device that have been FDA approved since the late 1970s, making them a trusted solution for a range of health concerns. From pain reduction, decreased inflammation, improved sleep, managing stress, anxiety, and depression to improving bone density, blood flow, and heart health, the benefits are undeniable and profound.But that's not all - the Tera P90 also harnesses the power of Terahertz waves. These cutting-edge waves have shown incredible potential in reducing inflammation, alleviating arthritis discomfort, boosting energy levels, and supporting brain regeneration. They aid in detoxification, cellular hydration, nutrient absorption and organ function.If you're looking to enhance your consciousness or improve supplement absorption, Terahertz waves can help with that too.The OlyLife Tera P90 is truly a game-changer in the world of holistic health. Whether you're struggling with adrenal fatigue, cortisol imbalances, or poor sleep quality, this device has got you covered. Imagine achieving the benefits of spending 24 hours barefoot in nature within just 30 minutes of using the Tera P90.Purchase your own Tera P90 from Essential Therapies or schedule a series of sessions to experience the benefits while you consider purchasing your own machine for home. You may simply add a treatment before or after your hands-on therapy session to enhance the overall benefits. This podcast will be sure to peak your curiosity about this now very accessible quantum healing device. www.esstherapy.comTo enjoy today's episode via our YouTube channel, please visit:https://youtu.be/HZXSGix9QHQThanks for listening! See you next time!

Join Dr. Cindy Hodgson, a leading expert in women’s health and pelvic floor physical therapy using a myofascial approach, as she sits down with Kristin Kane from JoyLux for an enlightening conversation about the vFit Gold+. Discover how this groundbreaking device is revolutionizing women’s self-care at home, with its innovative patented technology. From enhancing pelvic floor health to transforming women’s lives, delve into this candid discussion to unlock the secrets of optimal wellness. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to empower yourself and elevate your self-care routine with the vFit Gold+. Contact Essential Therapies today to secure your vFit Gold and receive a complimentary PLUS upgrade. To watch today's episode via our YouTube channel, click below:https://youtu.be/Vhv8hfYczFY#vfit #vfitgold #vfitgold+ #joylux #womensselfcare #womenshealth #pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorselfcare #selfcare #vaginahealthThanks for listening! See you next time!

Researching the benefits of Myofascial Release is challenging because of the individuality of each patient. My goal is to talk to those who have had life-changing experiences so they can encourage others.I met Janet Seitlin, an attorney and mediation instructor at a law school in Miami, on a Facebook group and was very intrigued with her posts. I just knew she had an amazing healing journey to share. That was quite an understatement!Janet’s story is sure to intrigue and perhaps inspire curiosity and a desire to learn more about Myofascial Release. Thanks to Janet for sharing her inspiring and emotional journey. Welcome to Episode 20, where Dr. Cindy interviews Janet Seitlin, for a very interesting recount of Janet's experiences as a patient and how MFR has helped her in more ways than one.   To watch today's episode via YouTube, click the link below:https://youtu.be/giWbGMyTPkUThanks for listening! See you next time!

This week’s podcast is an enlightening conversation with Dr. Carol M. Davis, PT, DPT, EdD, MS, FAPTA on the science of fascia and biotensegrity. You won’t want to miss this especially if you are not familiar with biotensegrity. Dr. Carol Davis is Professor Emerita in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and author/editor of numerous manuscripts and books, including: Integrative Therapies in Rehabilitation, Evidence of Efficacy in Therapy, Prevention and Wellness and Patient Practitioner Interaction/An Experiential Manual for Developing the Art of Patient Care. In addition to her doctorate in physical therapy from Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions, she has a doctorate in Humanistic Studies from Boston University. Dr. Davis has also been practicing the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach for over 30 years and is very active in the fascia research community across the world. To enjoy today's episode visually, click the link below for the YouTube version.https://youtu.be/doaGWw0eTyo#fascia #biotensegrity #myofascialrelease #johnbarnesmfr #painrelief #anatomy Thanks for listening! See you next time!

Welcome to Episode 18, where we recap the last decade of Essential Therapies.  Dr. Cindy has had an amazing 10 years with Essential Therapies and she's really looking forward to the next 10!  Today's episode is an interview-style format with our show's producer, Brad Augustyniak of Applo Multimedia Group.  Enjoy!To watch today's episode via YouTube, click the link below:https://youtu.be/9prmUKe-Q1YThanks for listening! See you next time!

Welcome to a short episode with a story told by Dr. Cindy about a patient with a unique  injury and  paying attention to the whole body when healing.  Enjoy!Thanks for listening! See you next time!

Welcome to a very special episode of the Essential Therapies Podcast!  Today we have Carolyn, who talks with Dr. Cindy about her experience working with Essential Therapies and how much it helped her.  It's a very candid conversation with a lot of great insights into MFR directly from a patient. And if you'd like to watch today's episode via our YouTube channel, check it out here:https://youtu.be/hv_g6BgbB2oEnjoy!Thanks for listening! See you next time!

After a brief hiatus, we are back and ready for 2024!  Today's episode is about the relationship between diet and cholesterol and a hint about what's to come in our future episodes!Thanks for listening! See you next time!

Welcome to Episode 14!  Today continues a series on throwback interviews we've done in the past.  Today Dr. Cindy talks about the overall importance of the fascia with Carol Davis.We hope this audio only format is something that you can listen to more easily in car, working out, or wherever you listen to your podcasts!  Of course, these interviews are available on our YouTube channel as well via the link below:https://youtu.be/QhTMqkuK7YYThanks for listening! See you next time!

Welcome to Episode 13!  Today continues a series on throwback interviews we've done in the past.  Today Dr. Cindy talks about women's health and the pelvic floor with Jane Franczak, MSPT, WCS, CMTPT in a very interesting and informative interview.We hope this audio only format is something that you can listen to more easily in car, working out, or wherever you listen to your podcasts!  Of course, these interviews are available on our YouTube channel as well via the link below:https://youtu.be/w56OjDVVD-kThanks for listening! See you next time!

Welcome to Episode 12!  Today continues a series on throwback interviews we've done in the past.  Today Dr. Cindy talks with her mentor,  John Barnes about women's health.  Another episode you will not want to miss!We hope this audio only format is something that you can listen to more easily in car, working out, or wherever you listen to your podcasts!  Of course, these interviews are available on our YouTube channel as well via the link below:https://youtu.be/EUb58GlR22YThanks for listening! See you next time!

Welcome to Episode 11!  Today continues a series on throwback interviews we've done in the past.  Today Dr. Cindy talks with her mentor,  John Barnes about therapeutic pain.  Another episode you will not want to miss!We hope this audio only format is something that you can listen to more easily in car, working out, or wherever you listen to your podcasts!  Of course, these interviews are available on our YouTube channel as well via the link below:https://youtu.be/JAwWdrgiJAUThanks for listening! See you next time!

Welcome to Episode 10!  Today continues a series on throwback interviews we've done in the past.  In this episode, Dr. Cindy has an exciting interview with Valerie McGraw Valerie McGraw, PT, who is the Chief Physical Therapist and Clinic Manager for John F. Barnes, PT, at The Myofascial Release Treatment Center in Malvern, PA, also known as The Sanctuary.  Valerie has been working for John for over 31 years specializing in myofascial release and intensive treatment programs to help patients break through barriers toward accelerated healing.  Here they discuss what it's been like for her to work for John in this setting and other fun and helpful tips about being a myofascial release therapist. We hope this audio only format is something that you can listen to more easily in car, working out, or wherever you listen to your podcasts!  Of course, these interviews are available on our YouTube channel as well via the link below:https://youtu.be/7kWlz8vPUV4Thanks for listening! See you next time!

Welcome to Episode 9!  Today continues a series on throwback interviews we've done in the past.  Today Dr. Cindy talks with the infamous John Barnes about intensive treatment.  Another episode you will not want to miss!We hope this audio only format is something that you can listen to more easily in car, working out, or wherever you listen to your podcasts!  Of course, these interviews are available on our YouTube channel as well via the link below:https://youtu.be/SEywfxByAkUThanks for listening! See you next time!

Welcome to Episode 8!  Today continues a series on throwback interviews we've done in the past.  Today is an especially good episode as Dr. Cindy has a conversation with Valerie McGraw, Chief Physical Therapist at the John Barnes Myofascial Release Treatment Center.We hope this audio only format is something that you can listen to more easily in car, working out, or wherever you listen to your podcasts!  Of course, these interviews are available on our YouTube channel as well via the link below:https://youtu.be/QY7wADNYugEEnjoy!Thanks for listening! See you next time!

Welcome to Episode 7!  Today starts a series on throwback interviews we've done in the past and what better way to start than with an interview between Dr. Cindy and John Barnes himself! We hope this audio only format is something that you can listen to more easily in car, working out, or wherever you listen to your podcasts!  Of course, these interviews are available on our YouTube channel as well via the link below:https://youtu.be/iq1a3Ro9I0AEnjoy!Thanks for listening! See you next time!

Welcome!  This week Dr. Cindy talks about how the body adapts to training and its environment depending on the conditions it's presented with.  It's a very interesting lesson and we hope you enjoy it.  To view the  "Find Your Glutes" YouTube video mentioned in today's show, go to:https://youtu.be/szSC1aOyap0And even though there is no video for today's episode, some of our listeners prefer to experience the show via YouTube, so that link is here:https://youtu.be/Yq42FVfUFsoThanks for listening! See you next time!

Welcome to Episode 5, where Dr. Cindy talks about her self treatment technique called LUTW, or Legs Up The Wall.   She's been practicing this for over 20 years and it's one of her favorites.  Click the links below for the YouTube version of this show, plus more information on the topic.  Enjoy!Episode 5 YouTube Link:https://youtu.be/CSGghUxM9zkOther LUTW YouTube Resources:LUTW Legs Up The Wall - My FAVORITE Self Treatmenthttps://youtu.be/XkFu4IZ-bWUUpside Down LUTW (Legs Up the Wall) --Self Carehttps://youtu.be/Yz3wtnWhw10Easy way to get to the wall for LEGS UP THE WALL (LUTW)https://youtu.be/RRw_ispNXZMThanks for listening! See you next time!

Welcome to Episode 4, where Dr. Cindy explains in detail what a myofascial intensive is, how it's performed and many other exciting things from her time this week at The Sanctuary.  This episode is also available in video format via the link below.  https://youtu.be/nvuYy8lAZKgEnjoy!Thanks for listening! See you next time!