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"Fibromyalgia is bad, but with (Marnie's) help it can be maintained to an extent- tolerable. What's not to like about someone who can help you?" Sharon. Fibromyalgia-Chronic Pain

"I would love for other women to know that this kind of care is available for their pain. Each visit worked towards reducing the pain until I was no longer having it. What a joy to know this didn't require surgery.  Anita. Pelvic Pain

"After a few weeks of therapy and training my pain levels began to greatly improve! ...Understanding the frustration and needs of her patients makes Marnie a number one PT in her field of expertise. I am forever thankful for her." Angela Pelvic Pain-IC

"It helped to talk to someone who really understood that the pain and soreness I had was real and there was a reason for it. For the first time I really understood what was causing it and there was something I could do about it." Karen. Pelvic Pain-IC

"When you think that the therapy is too simple or easy is when it is working the most. Shannon. Neck-Dizziness

"Go before you get really bad and then relief happens sooner." Tim.  Back Pain

"Until I began therapy with Marnie, I did not fully understand my condition(s) and what to do to improve it. She not only provided me with a caring environment for treatment, but provided me knowledge and information to be able to try to work on issues at home."  Dawn.  Pelvic Pain

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Entries in IC- Interstitial Cystitis (2)

Thursday
Jan272011

* Celebrate Hot Tea Month with IC Friendly Teas

There is nothing like the cold temperatures to get your mind thinking “hot drink”.  Most people who have interstitial cystitis (IC) cannot tolerate the go-to beverages for winter warmth like regular coffee and tea. These drinks cause pain and overactive urination in those with IC. So what’s a person to do to celebrate National Hot Tea Month? 

While regular coffee and tea are off limits, most IC sufferers can tolerate some herbal teas.  Some of the following might work just fine:

  • Chamomile
  • Peppermint
  • Rooibos (from an African bush)
  • Blueberry
  • Warm pear juice
  • Cinnamon (heat up cinnamon sticks in water)

All people with IC do not respond well to the above drinks, but these have been noted to be the least likely to cause a flare.  Just make sure they are all herbal with no regular tea leaf in the mix (this includes green tea). 

So with temperatures dropping this winter, grab your favorite mug and enjoy.  These IC friendly drinks might just be your “cup-o-tea”.



AuthorClemens Physical Therapy, PLLC | Comments Off |
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DateThursday, January 27, 2011 at 12:00PM
Friday
Oct092009

* What is IC?

IC stands for Interstitial Cystitis.  It is a condition in which the lining of the bladder becomes irritated and causes significant pain.  Besides pain, sufferers typically also have a lot of frequency of urination due to the bladder irritation. There currently is no known cause.  Diagnosis involves a history of the above symptoms combined with ruling out other possible causes (such as a bladder infection) and looking inside the bladder to see the condition of the bladder lining (cystoscopy).  There is no known cure.  Treatment involves a combination of medication, dietary changes, and physical therapy including electrical stimulation, biofeedback, and manual therapy directed at treating the pelvic floor. 

 
AuthorClemens Physical Therapy, PLLC | Comments Off |
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DateFriday, October 9, 2009 at 12:54PM