In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doc Jen and Doctor Dom, both Doctors of Physical Therapy, interview Danielle Greenwich, clinical esthetician and CEO of Clear Stem. Danielle shares her personal journey with cystic acne and discusses the root causes of acne beyond traditional treatments, including genetics, diet, hormones, and the ingredients found in skincare products. The conversation debunks common acne myths, highlights the impact of supplements and lifestyle choices like diet and exercise, and explains how to identify pore-clogging ingredients in skincare products. Danielle also offers practical skincare tips and introduces Clear Stem’s science-backed, non-comedogenic products, empowering listeners to take a holistic approach to skin health and how it is important for women's health and optimal health overall.

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What You'll Learn from Danielle:

03:22 Discussion of common skincare products ingredients...

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In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom, both Doctors of Physical Therapy, discuss the sacroiliac joint (SI Joint), addressing common concerns about clicking, popping, and pain—especially during pregnancy and postpartum. They explain the anatomy, debunk myths about SI joint displacement, and share practical strategies for managing discomfort, including breathwork, progressive exercise, and mobility. The hosts emphasize early intervention, movement over inactivity, and the importance of building stability through tailored exercises to help manage SI joint pain and other discomforts that can arise during pregnancy.

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What You'll Learn:

02:47 Jen shares her postpartum SI joint clunking experience and addresses a listener’s question about ongoing symptoms.

04:54 Discussion on whether clinicians can actually feel SI joint movement and the limitations of manual assessment.

06:44 Explains causes of SI joint noises, including hormonal changes, connective tissue laxity, and hypermobility.

10:12 Jen describes her postpartum experience with SI joint noises and how she managed them mentally and physically.

12:55 Addresses common fears about movement with SI joint pain and emphasizes the need for progressive loading.

14:50 Importance of early exercise intervention during pregnancy for SI joint pain management.

16:53 Hands-on treatments provide short-term relief, but long-term improvement requires exercise and progressive overload.

18:53 Instructions on using breathwork and ribcage expansion to improve core and pelvic floor coordination.

20:18 Phase 1: Recommendation to start with slow, focused breathing to build pelvic and core stability.

21:42 Phase 2...

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In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, co-hosts Doc Jen and Dr. Dom, both doctors of physical therapy, are joined by Dr. David Clark to explore the origins and treatment of chronic neuroplastic pain. They discuss how stress, early life experiences, and emotional factors can reshape brain pathways, leading to real, persistent symptoms of chronic pain. The conversation highlights the importance of compassionate listening, self-care, the mind-body connection and nervous system regulation techniques. Dr. Clark shares patient stories, practical resources, and hope for recovery, emphasizing that even long-standing chronic pain symptoms can improve through neuroplastic recovery therapy and lifestyle changes.

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• PPD Association on Youtube
• Symptomatic.Me Website
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What You'll Learn from Dr Clarke:

03:24 Dr. Clark shares his journey into chronic pain specialization and the importance of recognizing brain-generated symptoms.

09:27 Dr. Clark explains how honoring patients’ experiences and breathwork can regulate the nervous system.

11:11 Discussion on how to help patients move beyond structural diagnoses and understand pain from a neuroplastic perspective.

12:15 Dr. Clark describes...

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