Woven Health

08/13/2026

08/12/2026

Do you leak urine when you run, jump, lift weights, or exercise?

You're not alone.

Many women experience leakage during exercise, especially after pregnancy and childbirth.

But here's the important part:

You don't have to stop doing the activities you love.

Pelvic floor physical therapy can help you understand what's contributing to your symptoms and work toward improving strength, coordination, pressure management, and confidence with movement.

Your pelvic floor should support your life—not keep you from living it.

If you're avoiding exercise because of leakage, let's talk about it.

08/10/2026

My back hurts. Should I rest?

It's a question I hear all the time.

While a short period of rest may be appropriate after certain injuries, staying in bed or avoiding movement for too long can actually make it harder to get back to your normal activities.

In many cases, gentle movement is helpful.

Walking, changing positions throughout the day, and gradually returning to your normal activities can be a great place to start.

The key is finding the right amount of movement for your body and your situation.

If back pain is keeping you from doing the things you enjoy, physical therapy can help you figure out what's going on and create a plan to get you moving again.

💙 You don't have to wait until your pain is unbearable to ask for help.

08/08/2026

One of the incredible businesses that will be joining us next week at our Open House! Come see what they have to offer as you tour the clinic!

We’re excited to be joining The Wellness Center Open House in Waterloo! 🌿

Stop by on Thursday, August 13, from 4:00–6:00 PM for an afternoon of health, fun, and connection. Tour the facility, meet the businesses and wellness providers, and discover the services available at The Wellness Center.

There will also be a local farmers market, food trucks, live entertainment, giveaways, and door prizes, making it a fun event to enjoy with family and friends!

Fill & Flourish will be there with clean-ingredient, low-waste products for your home and body, so be sure to stop by and say hello. 🤍

And we have an exciting announcement coming soon! 👀
Hint: it has something to do with making clean-ingredient products even more convenient for you.

Stay tuned for more details!

08/08/2026

It's been a very busy week this week, and slightly crazy at home as well. While I struggle to stay organized in all areas, I'm reminded that this is exactly what I've prayed for! I'm so grateful for the patients that have come into the clinic, the friends who have stood by me, and the family who has kept me grounded! This sign in my office is a great reminder to keep moving forward!!

I'm currently booked out for 3-4 weeks. If you're needing to start PT, please reach out soon so I can reserve some time for you!!

08/07/2026

If you're coming to see me for physical therapy, there's something I want you to know:

You don't have to have all the answers.

You don't need to know exactly what's wrong.

You don't have to be "in shape."

And you don't have to feel embarrassed about asking questions.

That's my job.

We'll figure things out together, make a plan, and work toward your goals one step at a time.

My hope is that you leave Woven Health feeling like you understand your body a little better—and that you have a plan for moving forward.

You don't have to navigate it alone. 💙

08/05/2026

Here's a pelvic floor question I hear often:

"I have been doing Kegels every day. Why aren't things getting better?"

The answer?

It depends.

Pelvic floor exercises aren't one-size-fits-all. Think of the pelvic floor like an elevator.

Some people may benefit from strengthening their pelvic floor muscles and getting to levels 1-3 of the elevator.

Others may need to work on relaxing those muscles, improving coordination, or learning how to use their pelvic floor during movement. These patients have pelvic floors that sit at level 1, 2, or 3, and we need to work on decreasing the tension to get back to our resting state.

The goal isn't simply to make the muscles stronger.

The goal is to help your pelvic floor work well for what you need it to do.

If you've been doing Kegels (or other exercises/machines) and aren't seeing improvement—or you're experiencing pain—this is your sign to reach out for individualized guidance.

08/03/2026

🔥 Heat or ice? 🧊

It's one of the most common questions I get!

Here's a simple way to think about it:

🧊 Ice can be helpful for short-term pain relief and may feel good after an acute injury or activity.

🔥 Heat can feel good for muscle tension and stiffness and may help you feel more comfortable before movement.

But here's the most important thing:

Neither one is usually the whole solution.

If you're relying on heat or ice every day just to get through your normal activities, it may be worth figuring out why you're hurting in the first place.

That's where physical therapy can help.

Are you a heat person or an ice person?

08/01/2026

Voting Ends tomorrow!! Get your last votes in for Woven Health (and TnK Health Food Store, Move with Miah Pilates , Julie Sporrer Grunklee)!!
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07/31/2026

I've been asked a few times where the name Woven Health came from.

The word "woven" represents the idea that our health isn't just one thing.

Our movement, strength, experiences, habits, stress, sleep, and overall wellness are all connected.

I wanted Woven Health to be a place where we look at the whole person—not just the body part that hurts.

Because you're more than a diagnosis.

You're a whole person, and your care should reflect that.

I'm so grateful you're here. 💙