“A Day on the Lake” is an annual day retreat for cancer survivors in Western North Carolina. Read about the power of this day and why we do it here.

Susannah HaarmannJuly 18, 2019Your Core PTcancer retreat, western north carolina, fontana lake, stand up paddle board, breast cancer, cancer rehabilitation, physical therapy, SUP, Susannah Haarmann, survivorComment

The ‘Know Your Heart’ Challenge for Breast Cancer Survivors

Breast cancer survivors need to think about heart health and so do the providers working with them.

Susannah HaarmannDecember 12, 2018Your Core PTbreast cancer, heart health, radiation, Adriamyacin, hormone therapy, cardiac rehab, physical therapy, breast cancer rehabiliationComment

Latissimus Dorsi Reconstruction and Functional Implications of the Shoulder

Many patients have beautiful results after latissimus dorsi flap reconstruction, but we ought to recognize the potential compromise of myocutaneous flap procedures on shoulder and core function, counsel patients accordingly, and offer early intervention with rehabilitation when necessary.

Susannah HaarmannOctober 23, 2018Your Core PT, LLCbreast cancer, latissimus dorsi reconstruction, myocuteaneous flap repair, breast cancer reconstruction, physical therapy, lymphedema, asheville Comment

Bowel Urge, Diarrhea & Fecal Incontinence in Runners; Can a Pelvic Therapist Help?

Why is diarrhea and GI upset more common in runners and how might a pelvic health specialist help?

Susannah HaarmannSeptember 19, 2018Your Core PTrunners trots, bowel urgency, fecal incontinence, pelvic floor, physical therapy, susannah haarmann, your core pt, diarrhea, ashevilleComment

Does Bowel Massage Really Work?

Bowel massage is a conservative self-remedy that is making a come back and proving in the research to be a valid tool for improving bowel health.

Susannah HaarmannSeptember 11, 2018Your Core PTconstipation, bowel massage, poop, adominal massage, susannah haarmann, physical therapy, pelvic floor, ashevilleComment

Estrogen, Bladder Hurdles & Conservative Therapy

The purpose of this article is to help the reader understand the physiological mechanism behind estrogen depletion and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and the efficacy behind medical and conservative treatment options.

Susannah HaarmannJuly 15, 2018Your Core PT, LLCestrogen, bladder urge, urinary incontinence, bladder health, pelvic floor, menopause, bladder retraining, stress urinary incontinence, urge urinary incontinence, genitourinary syndrome of menopause, vulvar atrophy, physical therapy, ashevilleComment

The 'Pee Symphony:' Why No Kegels on the Toilet

Let’s examine in more detail why practicing pelvic floor muscle contractions on the toilet can confuse urination and lead to bladder dysfunction.

Susannah HaarmannJuly 15, 2018Your Core PT, LLCkegels, physical therapy, pelvic floor, pee symphony, urination, bradley's loopsComment

Toilet Gymnastics: The 'Power Pee' & 'Hover' Approach

The ‘power pee & hover’ approach; it is a common form of toilet gymnastics, but if done too often, may lead to pelvic floor dysfunction.

Susannah HaarmannJuly 11, 2018Your Core PT, LLCpower pee, toilet hover, toilet gymnastics, physical therapy, asheville, pelvic floorComment

1 Bladder Diary Does Not Fit All

For almost a decade I gave my patients copies of a bladder diary I googled on-line, but I realized that one bladder diary wouldn't suit all of my patients (in fact I needed multiple versions), so...I re-invented the wheel a little bit…

Susannah HaarmannJuly 11, 2018Your Core PT, LLCbladder diary, patient education, bladder handouts, pelvic floor, physical therapy, ashevilleComment

PEEING ‘JUST IN CASE’? BE LIKE AN OPERATOR…HOLD PLEASE!

Why ‘small bladder’ syndrome is a myth, the likely cause and what to do about it!

Susannah HaarmannJune 18, 2018Your Core PT, LLCsmall bladder, urinary frequency, urinary urgency, urge urinary incontinence, pelvic floor, physical therapy, asheville, bladder retrainingComment