Christine Lawrence

"You're just really flexible!" It's a phrase many of my patients have heard throughout their lives - from dance teachers, yoga instructors, and even healthcare providers. But for those living with joint hypermobility, this seemingly positive trait can have surprising implications for pelvic health that often go unrecognized and unaddressed. Beyond Being "Double-Jointed" If you can (or could) easily do splits, put your palms flat on the floor while standing, or bend your thumb to touch your...

"I've seen every specialist and tried everything, but no one can tell me why sitting has become so uncomfortable." I hear variations of this statement almost weekly in my clinic. While pudendal neuralgia is often associated with cycling injuries, I frequently see it in postmenopausal women who are puzzled by the sudden onset of mysterious symptoms. After years of specializing in pelvic health, I've learned that this condition often goes unrecognized, leaving many women feeling frustrated and...

As your pregnancy progresses into the second trimester, you might find yourself experiencing increasing back discomfort. While many women...