30: The Missing Link in Endometriosis Care with Physiotherapist Jill Mueller
Release Date: 04/11/2025
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In this engaging conversation, Kristen Parise speaks with Jill Mueller, a pelvic health physiotherapist, about her journey into pelvic health, the complexities of endometriosis, and the importance of understanding sensitization in chronic pain. They discuss the connection between endometriosis and gastrointestinal dysregulation, the evolution of diagnostic methods, and the innovative Endometriosis 360 program that takes a holistic approach to treatment. Jill shares practical tips for managing pain and emphasizes the need for a comprehensive understanding of the patient's experience.
Key Takeaways
- Jill's journey into pelvic health was influenced by her own fertility struggles and endometriosis diagnosis
- Sensitization plays a crucial role in chronic pain, affecting how the nervous system responds
- Endometriosis is complex and can manifest in various ways, including outside the pelvis
- GI dysregulation is common among endometriosis patients and can exacerbate symptoms
- Diagnosis of endometriosis is evolving, with less invasive methods like ultrasound gaining traction
- Endometriosis 360 offers a holistic, interdisciplinary approach to treatment involving physiotherapy, psychology, and nutrition
- Understanding the patient's life context is crucial for effective care
- Pain management should consider both physical and psychological factors
- The tissue is just one aspect of understanding pain; the brain's role is significant
Chapters
- 00:00 - Journey into Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
- 03:20 - Understanding Sensitization and Chronic Pain
- 05:37 - Exploring Endometriosis: Definition and Perception
- 10:17 - The Connection Between Endometriosis and GI Dysregulation
- 14:50 - Diagnosis of Endometriosis: Traditional vs. Modern Approaches
- 23:25 - Introducing Endometriosis 360: A Holistic Approach
- 27:14 - One-on-One Client Care: Addressing Sexual Pain
- 32:44 - Cutting Edge Care for Endometriosis
- 35:51 - Practical Tips for Managing Pain and Sensitization
- 41:46 - Future Directions and Resources for Patients
Resources Mentioned
- Natasha Orr - Researcher focused on sensitization and endometriosis - natashaorr.com
- "Healing Pelvic Pain" by Dr. Peta Wright
- "Tame the Beast" - Educational video on YouTube about pain science
- Endometriosis 360 - endometriosis360.ca
- Endo Together - endo-together.com
About Jill Mueller
Jill Mueller has been a physiotherapist since 2001 and is the founder of Endo Together and a lead physiotherapist at Endometriosis 360. After her own experiences with endometriosis and fertility challenges, she shifted her focus to pelvic health. She practices at Healthy Balance Physiotherapy and Wellness in Oakville, Ontario, and is dedicated to empowering people with pelvic health conditions.
Connect with Jill
- Clinic: Healthy Balance Physiotherapy & Wellness, Oakville, Ontario
- Instagram: @endotogether, @endometriosis360, @oakvillephysio
- Websites: endotogether.com, endometriosis360.ca, hbpw.ca
Connect with The Hole Shebang
- Instagram: @blueberrytherapypelvichealth
- Website: blueberrytherapy.ca/podcast