69. Trauma, the nervous system and the pelvic floor with Anniken Chadwick

In this episode, I sit down with fellow physiotherapist, Anniken Chadwick to discuss: 

• How common it is for clients to have experienced some form of trauma in their past
• What questions pelvic health physiotherapists may ask in history taking and why we ask them
• Non verbal signs that we may observe that can suggest that a client may have experienced trauma
• The importance of having a trauma informed practice as a pelvic health physiotherapist
• How a previous trauma can be influencing your physical symptoms
• Examples from previous clients who have had various forms of trauma including birth trauma, medical trauma, sexual trauma and emotional trauma
• Different ways that we work with clients to acknowledge how the trauma affects them physically and how to work to change the nervous system and the symptoms experienced
• How we work alongside mental health care providers

Anniken Chadwick describes herself as a half 'English sense of humour' and half 'Norwegian Viking' immigrant settler in BC. As a cishet woman, she is sensitive, courageous, and intuitive.  Her passion for innovation allowed her to create her businesses, The Cheerful Pelvis and The Cheerful Academy, which are her greatest achievements to date. She is passionate about making waves, critically challenging norms, and creating spaces for people to grow.

Anniken has been a physio since 2007, a pelvic health physio since 2010, has trained in somatic psychotherapy and has earned MEd in contemplative learning. She loves integrating learning from these professions to treat complex persistent pain and trauma clients, and teaching others how to do the same. Follow her thoughts and learnings at The Art of Physio.
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More about the C-Section Program:
This initiative is sponsored by Health Canada as a part of the competitive Innovative Solutions Canada program, for which RxPx has been selected. The program is designed for mothers who are expecting a planned c-section, or who may have to undergo an unplanned c-section. The program includes evidence-based content to help mothers prepare for and recover from their c-section.  Participants will also have the opportunity to connect with and support other mothers who are anticipating a c-section or educating themselves about a c-section in case it is something they will need.

How to join the app:
STEP 1: download the ‘Stronger Together’ App from Google Play or Apple App Store
STEP 2: use code C-SECTION when onboarding
STEP 3: attend weekly expert Q+A sessions in February
STEP 4: participate in group chats and share what information you would like to have
For a limited time, individuals who join and choose to  participate in the evaluation portion of the initiative will receive a $100 gift card. This involves participating in a one-time interview about your experience with the app.

Thanks for joining me!
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