Pain types Everyone experiences pain at some point in their life and it can affect us in many different ways. But did you know there are actually different types of pain? Read on to learn a bit about some different types and how our Osteopathic Practitioners can help. Neuropathic Pain: Neuropathic pain originates from damage

Are you pregnant? Do you own a smartphone? Postpartum depression (PPD) is the most common complication women experience following the birth of a child. While 10-15% of women may suffer from this disorder, postpartum depression is frequently undiagnosed and untreated. This can lead to lasting negative effects not only for the mother, but also for

At PSI, we understand that storytelling has the power to save lives, and we are honored to provide a space for survivors to share their stories. This article is part of a subsection of the PSI blog dedicated to survivor stories. Please note that this story has not been edited, and caution is advised as

Unlocking Spring Vitality: How Osteopathy can get you ready for the season As the sun starts to linger longer in the sky and the air carries a hint of warmth, we’re all eager to embrace the joys of spring and summer. Hopefully, everyone has been able to get outside with the recent sunny weather (Jai

What is TPI? TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) is the leading educational organization dedicated to the study of how the human body functions in relation to the golf swing.  TPI focuses on The Body-Swing Connection, which is the relationship between a player’s swing and their physical condition. Using data collected from multiple tools, TPI discovers how

Exploring how Osteopathy alleviates TMJ disorder: The link between the TMJ and Upper Neck Recently I have seen a lot of people come in with jaw pain and dysfunctions around their upper neck. Sometimes they can be quite debilitating for people who use their jaws a lot (singers, actors) as well as others who are

By Kaely Harrod, Doula and Childbirth Educator “Is this normal?!” If there is one resounding question during the perinatal time, it is this! The newness of it all can make parents second guess everything they know about babies – and about themselves. As a parent branches into life with a newborn, normalizing their own bodily

Essential Reads – Psychotropic Treatment During Pregnancy: Research Synthesis and Clinical Care Principles It used to be easier.  Becoming a perinatal psychiatrist meant understanding some rudimentary data on the reproductive risks of a few psychotropic medications — medications like lithium and valproic acid that were known teratogens. There was some preliminary data on a few