Living with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) can feel overwhelming. From unpredictable symptoms and widespread pain to digestive issues, fatigue, and dizziness, MCAS can affect nearly every aspect of daily life. At Intrinsic Physical Therapy, we understand that managing MCAS often requires more than one treatment approach. Physical therapy can help address nervous system regulation, movement tolerance, pain and overall function while supporting your body's ability to mana

We all know it. We need to poop. Every day, if possible. If you've ever been constipated, you know how awful you can feel when you just can't have a bowel movement. You may feel bloated, uncomfortable, heavy, nauseous, or just plain off. It can be incredibly frustrating when something that should happen automatically suddenly becomes something you have to think about, plan for, and work at. And constipation is incredibly common. But constipation isn't always as simple as “you

To brace or not to brace, that is the question! One of the most common questions I get from our patients who live with symptomatic hypermobility is, “But is it ok to wear a brace?” Let’s break it down so you feel like you have a solid understanding of the why behind wearing a brace and if it might be a good treatment strategy for you. Ok, so we’re talking about bracing for people living with symptomatic hypermobility, most commonly diagnosed with hEDS or HSD (though many are