Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Brittinie Wick explores the physical toll of military service on women, emphasizing the importance of listening to your body, proper rehabilitation, and proactive health management after service. Key Topics: Musculoskeletal injuries in women veteransImpact of military training on the bodyImportance of proper rehab and recoveryPelvic health for active women and veteransBone health and stress fractures in trainingDifferences in injury risk between men and womenGradual load increase and strength buildingPostpartum recovery and MSK healthProactive health management after serviceResearch & Resources Mentioned in This Episode Want to dig deeper into the research behind this episode? Here are some of the studies and resources used to explore musculoskeletal injuries, pelvic health, and postpartum recovery among female service members: Musculoskeletal Injuries in Female U.S. Active-Duty Service Members Colahan, C., Pav, V., Yuan, X., Isaacson, B., Wagner, L., & Hando, B. (2024). Musculoskeletal injuries in female U.S. active duty service members: Prevalence/incidence, health care utilization, and cost analysis spanning fiscal years 2016–2021. Military Medicine, 189(Supplement_4), 10–21. https://doi.org/10.1093/milmed/usae308 Pelvic Floor Disorders Among U.S. Military Active-Duty Females Allen, M. K., Nelson, D. A., & Stone, G. W. (2024). Pelvic floor disorders among U.S. military active-duty females. Urogynecology, 30(11), 880–887. https://doi.org/10.1097/SPV.0000000000001533 Pregnancy and Musculoskeletal Conditions in Active-Duty Service Members Roach, M. H., Nelson, D. A., Koreerat, C. M., Foglia, L. M., & Mauntel, T. C. (2025). Association between pregnancy and musculoskeletal conditions in active-duty military service members. Journal of Athletic Training, 60(3), 245–251. https://doi.org/10.4085/1062-6050-0414.24 Urinary Incontinence Among Female Soldiers Davis, G., Sherman, R., Wong, M. F., McClure, G., Perez, R., & Hibbert, M. (1999). Urinary incontinence among female soldiers. Military Medicine, 164(3), 182–187. https://doi.org/10.1093/milmed/164.3.182 A note for listeners: This episode is intended for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing persistent pain, pelvic health symptoms, or difficulty returning to activity, consider speaking with an appropriately qualified healthcare professional. About Brittinie: Brittinie Wick is an USAF veteran, military spouse, mom of four, Doctor of Physical Therapy, strength and fitness coach, and host of Women Serve Too. Her work brings together her experiences in military service, physical therapy, strength training, and women’s health to help women better understand their bodies, build strength, and stay active throughout every season of life. Through Women Serve Too, Brittinie creates space for the stories and experiences of women who have served—because their voices, health, and experiences deserve to be part of the conversation. Connect with Brittinie 🎙️ Women Serve Too Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2302785 📸 Instagram — Women Serve Too: https://www.instagram.com/womenservetoo/ 💼 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/brittiniewick 🩺 Telehealth Physical Therapy: Coming soon! Contact Brittinie to join the waitlist. 📩 Work with me / Questions: brittiniewick@gmail.com Support the show SUBSCRIBE and SHARE! Women Serve Too Merch (10% of Profits Benefits Female Veterans): https://www.etsy.com/shop/WomenServeToo