For many people, spring and fall bring mild inconveniences—sneezing, itchy eyes, and a runny nose. But for individuals living with mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), and hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS), allergy season can trigger a cascade of symptoms that go far beyond typical seasonal discomfort. If you’ve ever felt like your entire system “flares” when pollen counts rise, you’re not imagining it. These conditio

If you’re navigating menopause and  living with hypermobility and dysautonomia, you may have noticed that your symptoms feel… amplified. Bladder urgency seems stronger. Pelvic heaviness shows up out of nowhere. Your heart races when you stand, and now sleep disruption and hormonal shifts are adding fuel to the fire. You are not imagining it. Menopause can meaningfully impact connective tissue, autonomic regulation, and pelvic floor function — especially in bodies already mana

Supporting Pelvic Floor Health, Hypermobility, and POTS — Together With Physical Therapy If you currently receive care at our physical therapy clinic, you may notice that an occupational therapist (OT)  is now part of the care team. This addition is intentional — and it’s designed to support you more fully in daily life , especially if you’re managing pelvic floor symptoms, joint hypermobility, autonomic conditions like POTS, or chronic pain and fatigue. Physical therapy and