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Unlocking Comfort: Overcoming Pelvic Floor Pain with Dr. Chasse at Function Ability Physical Therapy in Orange, CA
Are you grappling with pelvic floor pain and seeking a comprehensive solution? Pelvic floor discomfort affects many individuals, but the key to relief lies in understanding its complexities. At Function Ability Physical Therapy in Orange, CA, Dr. Chasse is at the forefront, offering personalized and holistic approaches to address the root causes of pelvic floor…
Read MoreEpisode 8: The Spine Part 1
In this episode we look at the design and function of the spine. Our spine is incredibly important to the health of our body yet many of us don’t know a lot about it. We also tend to have negative associations of pain and injury with our spine. We hope this episode will change your…
Read MoreEpisode 7: The Neck Muscles Patron Content
This patron episode is a 20-minute practice for the neck muscles. We begin setting our body up for good posture by finding the sit bones and where the cranium sits on top of the spine. We nod our head moving through flexion and extension with the focus on rocking on our occipital condyles. We then…
Read MoreEpisode 7: The Neck Muscles
We have noticed in prior episodes that exercises for the pelvis, breathing, heart and lungs improve our head and neck posture and give us a sense of a relaxed jaw. In this episode we look more closely at the muscles of the neck. We begin with an embodiment of where the cranium sits on top…
Read MorePelvic Floor Q&A
This is the replay of our live pelvic floor Q&A this week. We answered questions about the pelvic floor exercises in episodes 5 and 6 of the podcast and our attendees came with some great questions about the pelvic floor. We answered questions including how to use the exercises in the podcast to help with…
Read MoreWhat is the Franklin Method and what are the benefits of practicing it?
In this episode we talk about what the Franklin Method is and what the benefits are of using imagery with functional movement and exercise. We talk about all the positive changes you can expect to notice and feel from a Franklin Method practice. Lastly, we share our recommendations for how to get the most out…
Read MoreEpisode 6: Bonus Content Patron Episode
In this patron episode we talk about how the muscles of the face and our feet affect the pelvic floor. Using our muscles of facial expression can help us connect to strengthening and relaxing the pelvic floor. Our feet are incredibly important to pelvic health as well. Enjoy the episode!
Read MoreEpisode 6: Dynamic Pelvic Floor Training
In Episode 6 of the Franklin Method Fellowship, we look at training the pelvic floor dynamically. We show you simple exercises taking your pelvic floor through a full range of motion and exercises that address creating a balance in hip external and internal rotation. Have a listen as we demystify training the pelvic floor. And…
Read MoreEpisode 5: Breathing and the Pelvic Floor Patron Content
In this exercise sequence we show you pelvic floor exercises using the Franklin Method Balls. These exercises are amazing for releasing tension in the pelvic floor muscles and creating a balance in the muscles and good posture in sitting. Make sure you pay attention to the sensations you feel after you do the exercises. Episode…
Read MoreTutorial to Sign Up for Podbean
In this short video we show how to sign up online on Podbean and how to access the Patron content. It will walk you step by step through the process. If you are having difficulties logging into your account please email us at franklinmethodfellowship@gmail.com.
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