Author Archives: Christy Collins

The SI joint and hypermobility

Hi everyone, In my recent posts, I’ve been talking about how, in my 30’s, I finally learned that I have a genetic hypermobility condition. My body produces connective tissue differently than a “normal” person. As a result, my ligaments, tendons, and other connective tissues are a little bit “stretchier” than they’re supposed to be. ForContinueContinue reading “The SI joint and hypermobility”

My hypermobility history, Part 2: “You need to always keep your muscles strong”

Hi everyone, So this post picks up where my last post left off… where a doctor told me, at age 19, that I needed to “always keep your muscles strong… or else you’re going to have a very difficult life.” I didn’t understand what he meant, didn’t understand that sorrowful, grave look on his face.ContinueContinue reading “My hypermobility history, Part 2: “You need to always keep your muscles strong””

My hypermobility history, Part 1: The first time someone ever told me I was hypermobile

The first time someone ever told me I was hypermobile, it was my orthopedic surgeon, when I was 19. I went back to him after he’d more or less fixed the running injury I’d had in my lower legs, compartment syndrome. I was supposed to be getting better– I was free!  This was supposed toContinueContinue reading “My hypermobility history, Part 1: The first time someone ever told me I was hypermobile”

A “rough” workout that made me super happy

Hi everyone, I wanted to share with you my experience going for a hike the other day, and why it was such a great feeling… even though I totally overdid it. This is maybe something that people who’ve had SI joint dysfunction, or have been injured for a long period of time, will understand. SoContinueContinue reading “A “rough” workout that made me super happy”

How I learned I’m hypermobile

Okay… this is a post I’ve been meaning to write for a long time. It’s just so important to me, and so complex, that in these times, it’s been hard to find the right time to say it. But I know it is going to be relevant to so many of you out there, soContinueContinue reading “How I learned I’m hypermobile”

When you’re in it for the long haul: Isometric Exercises

Hi everyone! How are you all doing? Interesting times we’re living in, to say the least. I haven’t been on my blogs as much recently, because I’ve been pretty busy volunteering for the Covid-19 effort. I’ve been lucky to find ways to help from home (most recently, making phone calls and doing outreach for GetUsPPE–ContinueContinue reading “When you’re in it for the long haul: Isometric Exercises”

Why a PT should always be clear about what they’re adjusting, and why

Hey everyone! Here’s a subject that’s been coming up pretty frequently during my coaching calls recently– There are a lot of you out there who’ve been to multiple PT’s (and chiropractors, which I don’t totally recommend). And they’ve tried different types of manual adjustments and mobilizations to the SI joints… and you’re not totally sureContinueContinue reading “Why a PT should always be clear about what they’re adjusting, and why”

I am now offering coaching calls!

I’m excited to offer one-on-one coaching calls for those dealing with SI joint dysfunction. After hearing from many of you about your struggles and successes, I’m now able to help more directly through personalized coaching. If you’ve hit roadblocks with treatments or feel unsure about your next steps, I can guide you through your optionsContinueContinue reading “I am now offering coaching calls!”

Can pelvic floor physical therapy help the SI joint?

Hi everyone! Here’s a question that’s been coming up pretty frequently, so I wanted to take some time to answer it for all of you. People want to know if pelvic floor physical therapy can help them, and my answer is, of course, yes! Let me go on to explain some key points. First… whatContinueContinue reading “Can pelvic floor physical therapy help the SI joint?”