Shows
The Optimal Body413 | Sensory Sapiens: Optimizing Our Health through our Feet with Dr Emily SplichalVivoBarefoot Discount:We cannot talk about back issues without talking about restrictions in feet and ankles. Improve your foot and ankle health and therefore everything up the chain by wearing VivoBareoot shoes to improve the mobility and strength in your toes, feet, and ankles. There’s one for every occasion, including weddings, hiking, a grocery walk and casual wear, or shoes for your active lifestyle. Use code "OPTIMAL20" to get 20% off your VivoBarefoot Shoes!**Vivo offers a 100-Day trial period. If you are not completely satisfied, you can send the shoes back and get a refund.2025-06-1647 min
The Optimal Body370 | What To Do For Cervicogenic HeadachesIn this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doc Jen and Doctor Dom explore cervical genic headaches, which originate from neck issues. They discuss the prevalence of headaches and emphasize the importance of identifying underlying causes. The hosts highlight the role of physical therapy, neck stability, and mobility in treatment. They also discuss the benefits of aerobic exercise, hydration, and combining therapies for enhanced relief. The episode underscores the biopsychosocial model of pain, proper breathing techniques, and posture awareness. Listeners are encouraged to explore various strategies and consider physical therapy for effective headache management.
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The Optimal Body364 | What to do for Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)In this episode, DocJen and Dr. Dom delve into degenerative disc disease, what is happening within the body, and what the diagnosis entails. As they dive into some critical research around degenerative disc disease and back pain, they empower you with the tools and education to gain control over your back pain and spine health again! Let's dive in!
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The Optimal Body362 | What is Cold Laser Treatment and When is it beneficial?In this episode, DocJen and Dr. Dom delve into cold laser treatment and how it affects the body physiologically. They dive into the latest proposed mechanisms and the research behind their efficacy, exploring when cold laser treatment is best used and for what scenario. In doing so, they discuss how placebo interventions play a role! Let's dive in!
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The Optimal Body358 | What To Do for Hip OsteoarthritisIn this episode, DocJen and Dr. Dom delve into hip arthritis, focusing on its incidence and prevalence. They discuss key findings from the Framingham study, shedding light on the rates of hip arthritis and the predictors of its poor progression. They provide proactive measures to manage the condition, emphasizing the importance of supervision in treatment, addressing the considerations surrounding hip replacement surgery, and postures to avoid to prevent further aggravation, and a summary of the best strategies to manage hip arthritis effectively
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The Optimal Body351 | The 4 Pillars to Improve Foot Health and Preventing Pain with Functional Podiatrist, Dr. Emily SplichalStretching and strengthening may not be enough for Foot Health. Dr. Emily Splichal dives into the missing piece: sensory awareness! Describing the 4 pillars of foot health, she provides insight into the importance of sensory input through the feet, potential causes of neuropathy, and tools you can use to gain awareness in the feet. With a simple test to gauge your risk of falls, she provides simple methods to improve your foot proprioception and, ultimately, balance! From flat feet to high arches, she covers all our bases! Let's dive in!
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The Optimal Body349 | Fitness Changes & Considerations During Pregnancy & Postpartum with Brianna BattlesItching to exercise post-partum but have been told to wait? Or, wanting to exercise as a beginner and pregnant? We dive into how Brianna found passion in helping new mothers post-partum and through pregnancy with their fitness journeys. We dive into whether exercise is harmful during oreganacy and post-partum, post-partum expectations related to return to exercise, whether you need to avoid core exercises, and considerations related to running and jumping! Let's dive in!
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The Optimal Body281 | Best Oral Hygiene From Birth, Pregnancy and Beyond with Dr. Kami HossDid you know oral hygiene is linked to gestational diabetes, cardiovascular risk, cancer risk, and arthritis? Dr. Kami Hoss explores the depths of dental care and oral hygiene as it affects different aspects of the body. Dr. Hoss describes the knock-on effects of poor oral health on fertility, birthing consequences, respiratory issues, bone health, confidence, and stress. Furthermore, he describes the process of cavity formation, whether it has a genetic influence, and explains why brushing your teeth after breakfast is not harmful. He runs through a step-by-step oral morning and night oral hygiene procedure, as well as how to...2023-02-0154 min
The Optimal Body277 | Do These Diet Apps Really Work? How Dr. Kyra Bobinet is Making Lasting ChangesDiet apps and mindset. Let's dive into how Dr. Kyra is bridging the gap between technology and mindset to promote true behaviour change. As a medical doctor, she rediscovered the need for expertise and action regarding behaviour change. With an emphasis on the Habenula, a part of the brain associated with the "failure" mindset, she discusses the dual function of the Habenula and how to avoid its stimulation. With the Habenula as the underlying theme of this discussion, she distinguishes the iterative mindset from the performance mindset, further speaking into resilience, GRIT, self-efficacy and competence as an outcome. Finally...2023-01-1843 min