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

In this episode, DocJen and Dr. Dom delve into the difference between flexibility and mobility, providing insight into increasing hamstring range of motion. They dive into the role of flexibility as an addition to mobility to improve quality of life as we age, as well as the research insights on the physiological effects of different types of mobility training. Let's dive in!



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What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl:

1:50 - Is mobility the same as flexibility?

9:05 - What does mobility help with?

14:50 - The hamstring example.

18:03 - The role of eccentric load on muscles.

21:23 - Active loaded mobility.

23:50 - Studies on passive and active stretches.



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Could reciting your past trauma be more detrimental than beneficial? Let's discuss the current approaches in Western talk therapy and how we can begin to transform personal development more effectively, through a nervous system lens. From diving into the value of personal development and self-reflection to honing into tools to start your personal development journey, Thais identifies how you can identify subconscious limiting beliefs, find the piece of meaning that will inform your re-programming work, and you can build an intimate relationship using the Gibson Integrated attachment theory. Let's dive in!



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What You Will Learn in This Interview with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thais Gibson⁠⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

5:20 - The value of personal development.

6:30 - The importance of self-reflection.

10:05 - Do we need to look back at childhood for personal development.

14:07 - Tools to start your personal development journey.

20:20 - How to identify subconscious limiting beliefs.

26:20 - Finding meaning to do the re-programming work.

29:00 - Do you use subconscious strategies to ignore issues in your relationships?

35:30 - How to build an intimate relationship?

39:00 - Gibson Integrated attachment theory - what’s unique about it?

43:24 - How to learn more with Thais?



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In this episode, DocJen and Dr. Dom delve into degenerative disc disease, what is happening within the body, and what the diagnosis entails. As they dive into some critical research around degenerative disc disease and back pain, they empower you with the tools and education to gain control over your back pain and spine health again! Let's dive in!



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What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl:

1:56 - How do different postures affect your height?

6:41 - Is imaging for back pain necessary? 

11:50 - Is DDD the reason for your pain?

17:20 - How to get to a state of no pain and the factors that influence your spine health.

20:46 - Movement strategies for DDD



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If the normal prescriptions for your pain (i.e. rest, mobility, strength, sleep, nutrition) aren't affecting you and your pain is still recurring, this one is for you! Missy did all the things she was recommended and advised to do for her knee pain to a tea and she lived her life with knee pain as her new normal until she was directed towards neurology. From Missy's story to defining neurology, navigating ankle sprains, diving into eye work and sense of smell, as well as playing around with neuro tests you can try at home, this podcast is filled with a variety of "brain hacks" that may be the answer to ridding your symptoms or enhancing your performance goals. Let's dive in!



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What You Will Learn in This Interview with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Missy Bunch⁠:⁠⁠⁠

06:15 - The origins of Missy’s passion for neurology and movement

13:05 -  The neuroscience behind how Missy got rid of her knee pain.

15:30 - Is the pain real or in your head?

20:20 - What does neurology mean and what systems are involved?

22:55 - Why are cranial nerves so special + a test to try!

28:05 - What are eye exercises and why would they help pain?

33:53 - Do differences in eye movements correlate with side-to-side differences?

37:20 - How to use neurology to improve mobility + another test to try!

45:00 - If the normal things didn’t work, where can you get additional help?

47:00 - The role of the breath!



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In this episode, DocJen and Dr. Dom delve into cold laser treatment and how it affects the body physiologically. They dive into the latest proposed mechanisms and the research behind their efficacy, exploring when cold laser treatment is best used and for what scenario. In doing so, they discuss how placebo interventions play a role! Let's dive in!



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What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl:

3:50 - The birth story of cold laser therapy.

8:30 - Research review on high intensity laser therapy.

12:55 - What is the mechanism behind cold laser therapy?

17:00 - The effect of placebo.

20:30 - Where is cold laser therapy most beneficial?



To Watch the PT Pearl on YouTube, check out DocJenFit on Youtube here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

For the full show notes, visit the full website at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jen.health/podcast/362⁠



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Join Dr. Bill in this insightful episode as he dives into the world of cosmetic dentistry and oral hygiene. He discusses his passion for cosmetic dentistry and emphasizes how oral hygiene is crucial for overall health, touching upon the importance of verniers in maintaining oral health. Dr. Bill explains what constitutes good oral hygiene and addresses common dental concerns, such as whether cavities can be reversed and factors contributing to rapid tooth decay. He also delves into the topic of teeth stains and the safety of whitening products, offering tips on managing sensitive teeth and effective brushing techniques. For those looking to maintain dental health through all stages of life, Dr. Bill shares strategies for staying vital into later years. To explore more insights from Dr. Bill, tune in!



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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)!

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Although the journey of pregnancy is so personal and individual, Jen's number one question goes back to what she did to help her conceive and maintain the pregnancy. While there were a myriad of factors that contributed, she reliably counted on Needed supplements that supported her journey! Men need support as well via sperm support and men multivitamins. while women are supported by egg quality supplementation, CoQ10, prenatal Omega 3, iron, and choline in tablet or powder form. Used by over 4000 health professionals, Needed is available to support pregnancy, fertility, and postpartum, as well as women's and men's health in general. Check out needed if you know there's a gap in your nutrition via code ⁠⁠OPTIMAL⁠⁠ for 20% off.



What You Will Learn in This Interview with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Bill Dorfman:⁠

03:19 - Why cosmetic dentistry?

06:50 - Oral hygiene is a health issue.

09:42 - Verniers and oral hygiene.

11:54 - What does good oral hygiene look like?

15:10 - Can you reverse cavities?

16:05 - What contributes to the quickest tooth decay?

19:11 - Developing stains on the teeth - are whitening products bad?

24:10 - How to work your way out of sensitive teeth.

27:00 - How to brush well.

29:52 - Remaining vital into later years.

40:30 - Learn more with Dr. Bill.



To learn more about this episode⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and view full show notes, please visit the full website here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jen.health/podcast/361⁠⁠



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