Episode 6 - Why am I Constipated?

This week we delve into the root causes of constipation with Dr. Michelle Weeks a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Orthopedic Physical Therapist, and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist. As a board-certified Women’s Health Clinical Specialist, she brings a wealth of knowledge to the topic.

We talked about the common reasons why constipation occurs, the steps you need to take to avoid constipation and the reason behind these, and more!

Let’s get to it: 

• 00:36 – Introduction to the topic and of the guest 
• 3:31 – Some common reasons why constipation occurs 
• 5:21 – The importance of slowing down and chewing for digestion 
• 6:36 – Diet in relation to constipation 
• 9:25 – Hydration in relation to constipation 
• 15:26 – Upper Abdominal Dysfunction 
• 22:02 – How exercising and diaphragmatic breathing helps with pooping 
• 24:47 – Hormonal issues that cause constipation 
• 26:50 – The motion of pushing 
• 28:17 – Providing options to patients so they can decide what route to take 
• 31:17 – How can Physical Therapy help with constipation 
• 39:01 – Being constipated when traveling 
• 45:13 – Conclusion

If you want to reach out to Dr. Michelle, you can message her on Instagram via the handle @weekswellness. She also owns three clinics, one is in Massachusetts, and the two are in Florida namely Panama City and Tallahassee.

If you have any other questions or topics you want to talk about, send me a message on Instagram. And if you loved this episode, please leave me a rating and a comment with your feedback. Please share this with your friends and loved ones, too!

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I’ll see you in two weeks!