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NorthStar Physical Therapy

Dr. Shirlea North, PT, DPT, GCS, CLT

72 episodes

6 days ago

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In this episode, I tackle one of the most common — yet often misunderstood — symptoms I see...

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Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In this episode, I tackle one of the most common — yet often misunderstood — symptoms I see...

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#71: Urinary Urgency & Frequency: Is it normal and common?

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In this episode, I tackle one of the most common — yet often misunderstood — symptoms I see...

2 weeks ago

19 minutes

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#70: PT Awareness Month - Why are Pelvic Health & Lymphatic Health PTs sought after?

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In this episode, I dive into one of the most important — and fastest-growing — trends...

4 weeks ago

18 minutes

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#69: Celebrating 3rd Anniversary!!

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In this special anniversary episode, I reflect on three years of NorthStar Physical T...

1 month ago

15 minutes

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#68: Return to Sport/Run Screen - What does that include?

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In this episode, I will explore what it really takes to safely return to running, spo...

1 month ago

14 minutes

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#67: September Awareness Month for Pelvic & Lymphatic Health

Hey there, welcome to another NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! In this special awareness episode, I will highlight two important health observances that fall in September: Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and Lymphoma Awareness Month. With my unique dual specialty in pelvic health and lymphatic health, I will explore with you how these conditions overlap, what symptoms to watch for, and why it’s critical to advocate for yourself in the healthcare system. I will also share how pelvic fl...

2 months ago

15 minutes

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#66: Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause/Lactation: What is it?

Hey there, welcome to another NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! In this episode, I break down the newer, more accurate terminology that's revolutionizing how we understand hormonal changes and pelvic health symptoms. Discover why "vaginal atrophy" and "geriatric vagina" are outdated, harmful terms, and learn about Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause and Genitourinary Syndrome of Lactation. I explain how estrogen affects your entire pelvic region, why you might feel like you have chronic UTI...

2 months ago

12 minutes

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#65: Connection with Lipedema and Pelvic Health

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In this episode, I will reveal the powerful connection between lipedema, lymphedema, ...

3 months ago

19 minutes

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#64: Pregnancy and Labor Prep Programs: What's the big deal?

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In this episode, I break down everything you need to know about pregnancy and labor ...

3 months ago

19 minutes

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#63: Collaboration with Physical and Mental/Behavioral Professionals in Pelvic Health

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In this special collaboration episode, I am joined by Dr. Amanda Skowron Roman...

4 months ago

47 minutes

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#62: Prostatitis and Male Pelvic Pain

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In this eye-opening episode, I tackle one of the most misunderstood diagnoses in men’...

4 months ago

15 minutes

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#61: Men Need Pelvic Health Too!

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In honor of Men’s Health Month and Father’s Day, let me shed some light on a topic t...

5 months ago

19 minutes

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#60: Celebrate Pride Month!

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In this heartfelt episode of North Star Physical Therapy Podcast, I take a meaningful p...

5 months ago

13 minutes

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#59: Perimenopause: From Menstrual Years Through Menopause Pelvic & Lymphatic Health Considerations

In this episode, Dr. Shirlea North discusses the important — and often overlooked — pelvic and lymphatic health considerations during the transition from menstruation through perimenopause to menopause. Dr. North dives into how hormonal changes, tissue health, lymphatic flow, and lifestyle factors all impact pelvic floor function and whole-body well-being during this transformative stage of life. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the complex (and often confusing) journey o...

6 months ago

19 minutes

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#58: Peripartum Care: From Fertility Through Postpartum Pelvic and Lymphatic Health Considerations

Welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy Podcast — your go-to resource for understanding lymphedema, lipedema, pelvic health dysfunctions, and empowering you to take control of your health and advocate for yourself. In this episode, Dr. Shirlea North, pelvic floor and lymphatic health specialist, shares her expertise on the vital role pelvic floor and lymphatic therapy plays throughout the peripartum journey — from fertility to postpartum recovery. Whether you’re trying to concei...

6 months ago

24 minutes

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#57: To Kegel or Not to Kegel: The Debate Continues

Welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy Podcast — your go-to resource for understanding lymphedema, lipedema, pelvic health dysfunctions, and empowering you to take control of your health and advocate for yourself. In this episode, Dr. Shirlea North, PT, DPT, revisits the debate surrounding Kegels — a common but often misunderstood recommendation for pelvic floor health. Are Kegels really the answer for everyone? Dr. North explores when Kegels are beneficial, when they may cause harm,...

7 months ago

21 minutes

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#56: Pelvic Health & Wellness: Collaboration with Personal Trainers and Pelvic Health Physical Therapists

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In this episode, I will be sharing with you my guesting in the podcast “Empowered wi...

7 months ago

58 minutes

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#55: Lymphatics & Pelvic Health Connection

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In this episode, we explore the powerful connection between lymphatic health and pel...

7 months ago

23 minutes

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#54: Collaboration of Chiropractors & Pelvic Floor PTs

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In this episode of the NorthStar Physical Therapy Podcast,I am joined by Dr. Kevin W...

8 months ago

26 minutes

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#53: Sitting Positions - Are They Functional?

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! In this episode, I dive into the importance of proper sitting posture and how it imp...

8 months ago

11 minutes

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#52: Intercourse and Dyspareunia

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast! I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health! For this episode, let’s talk about Intercourse and Dyspareunia. As Valentine’s Day i...

9 months ago

20 minutes