The Optimal Body Dr. Jen Fraboni & Dr. Dom Fraboni

Heard of Dry Needling? DocJen and Dr. Dom give you the rundown on what Dry Needling is, the effect it has on the body physiologically, and who might need it! They discuss the limitations of measurement bias in research, the benefits of dry-needling, how long it lasts, and what it means to have expectations and beliefs about dry-needling, also considering the role of supervision and emotions. Let's dive into all things dry needling and what the systematic reviews say about Dry Needling!



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What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl:

2:40 - What is Dry Needling?

5:30 - Dry needling - how is it used?

8:05 - Limitation of measurement bias

11:55 - Dry needling benefit

14:12 - How long does the benefit last?

15:20 - Expectations and beliefs of dry needling

19:13 - What the research says! Systematic reviews!

22:40 - Emotion ,Supervision, and Pain? 



To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch⁠⁠⁠

For the full show notes, visit the full website at: ⁠⁠https://jen.health/podcast/356



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Devin takes a deep dive into the complexities of sleep, beginning with his personal journey towards understanding its significance. He explores the development of insomnia and its implications for individuals. Continuing, Devin sheds light on the physiological processes our bodies undergo during sleep, emphasizing its importance. He also highlights common mistakes people make regarding sleep and offers insights into addressing these errors. Transitioning to practical advice, Devin shares screen recommendations and healthy sleep habits, along with tips for managing emergency sleep-related situations. He further discusses daytime practices to improve sleep quality and offers practical solutions for those with limited time. Exploring sleep aids, Devin examines the effectiveness of sleeping medications. Additionally, Devin discusses the impact of environmental factors on sleep, including the relevance of sound machines. He also addresses how menopause and hormonal changes can disrupt sleep patterns, as well as the role of movement in promoting better sleep. Let's dive in!



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Save your kids feet! Your feet have the components they need to support themselves! That's why we love ⁠⁠⁠VivoBarefoot⁠⁠⁠ because the shoes themselves help us gain mobility and strength in our feet. Live that barefoot life in style, choose VivoBarefoot and use code ⁠⁠⁠TOB at checkout to get 15% off⁠⁠⁠! Your foot and body will thank you (affiliate link)!

**Vivo offers a 100-day trial period. If you are not completely satisfied, you can send the shoes back and get a refund.

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What You Will Learn in This Interview with Devin Burke:

7:10 - What got Devin into the realms of sleep.

9:25 - How do you develop having insomnia?

12:47 - What our body is doing during sleep?

14:50 - Mistake you are making around sleep.

17:00 - The second mistake you are making to sleep.

19:02 - Screen recommendations and healthy habits for sleep.

21:25 - Emergency situations!

24:20 - What can you do during the day to sleep better!

28:45 - Don’t have time? Here are your practical solutions.

30:58 - Sleeping medications and aids.

32:06 - How much does your environment affect sleep quantity and quality?

36:15 - What about sound machines? Do you need one?

38:00 - Menopause an hormonal changes affecting sleep?

40:45 - How much does movement play a role in getting to sleep.

43:10 - Learn more from Devin.



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Have you heard of Blood Flow Restriction? DocJen and Dr. Dom dive into the researcher who developed the method of Blood Flow Restriction training, their story of innovation and the science behind its effects on the body. Diving into its clinical implications associated with sarcopenia, cardiovascular complications, muscle growth and pain perception, they provide you with the latest research insights into Blood Flow Restriction Training.



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What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl:

1:50 - How BFR training was born?

6:00 - How BFR training affects age related muscle wasting? 

8:50 - How BFR supports blood pressure regulation 

10:40 - Protocals to stimulate BFR for muscle growth 

13:00 - BFR training and pain sensitivity 

16:50 - The importance of supervision 



To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch⁠⁠

For the full show notes, visit the full website at: ⁠https://jen.health/podcast/354



Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Optimal Body Podcast. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute to ⁠⁠subscribe⁠⁠ and leave a quick rating and review of the show!


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Diving into the pillars and levers of holistic health, Dr. Mahboubeh described why it is important to focus practice on holistic health and how you can begin to create the best environment to allow healing to occur. Then, she speaks about treating the body systemically and holistically, defining her phrase, "We are not what we eat but how we live." Then, she provides a guide to hydration, blood sugar regulation, how to optimize your plate, and finally, what it means to heal in layers. Let's peel back the layers of health with Dr. Mahboubeh!



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**Vivo offers a 100-day trial period. If you are not completely satisfied, you can send the shoes back and get a refund.



What You Will Learn in This Interview with ⁠Dr. Mahboubeh:⁠

3:50 - Why focus practice on holistic health

5:47 - How do we create the best environment to allow healing to occur

8:00 - Why should we treat the body systemically and holistically

15:36 - We are not what we eat but how we live

19:55 Guide to hydration

22:00 - Guidelines for hydration

28:00 - Blood sugar regulation and Is there one best diet?

33:35 - How to understand what your plate should look like

37:00 - How do we heal in layers?

40:38 - Where can you learn more with Dr. Mahboubeh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠



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Seen or been told your shoulder blade is in a funky position during exercise? Perhaps popping out a little bit? Heard that scapular winging will cause pain inadvertently? Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom have your back as they explore all things scapular and debunk the common myths surrounding scapular winging. Tune into how scapular winging occurs, how you can begin to explore scapular range of motion, and how your scapular moves in coordination with its neighbors. Through this podcast, you’ll develop an appreciation for your scapulae and feel empowered to explore gaining control, awareness, and free expression through your scapulae!



What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl:

2:30 – What is Scapular Winging?

3:20 – Scapular Anatomy

5:11 – Does scapular winging cause pain?

6:56 – Are you aware of your scapular winging?

10:30 – It’s not only about the scapulae

14:56 – Scapular range of motion

17:59 – Videotape how your scapula moves... It’s pretty cool!

18:38 - How to test your scapular range of motion

20:51 - Funny movement does not mean pain or injury

To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, click here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch⁠



For the full show notes, visit the full website at: https://jen.health/podcast/352

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Stretching and strengthening may not be enough for Foot Health. Dr. Emily Splichal⁠⁠⁠ dives into the missing piece: sensory awareness! Describing the 4 pillars of foot health, she provides insight into the importance of sensory input through the feet, potential causes of neuropathy, and tools you can use to gain awareness in the feet. With a simple test to gauge your risk of falls, she provides simple methods to improve your foot proprioception and, ultimately, balance! From flat feet to high arches, she covers all our bases! Let's dive in!



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What You Will Learn in This Interview with Dr. Emily Splichal⁠:

6:00 - The 4 pillars of the feet

9:12 - Why is it important for our feet to “feel”

11:40 - Sensory Conditions: Neuropathy

12:30 - How to gain awareness in the feet?

16:00 - Can’t walk barefoot? Here’s what you can do!

18:40 - Foot proprioception and its affect on balance

21:00 - Why single leg balance is so important

22:00 - How foot type affects single leg stability

25:25 - Orthotics have a time and place!

29:50 - Is it possible to get out of an orthotic?

34:20 - Higher arch foot type: Does foot shape equate function

38:46 - High Arches - do you need to strengthen the arch?

41:33 - Exercises for strengthening the foot

49:45 - Learn more with Dr. Emily!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠



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