Are you fed up from struggling with any of the following?
Now, perhaps more than ever, you are really feeling the brunt of a lot of change and uncertainty. Yet, this is a deeply fertile time where you have the opportunity to really shift the foundation of your being away from the things in our culture designed to keep you from trusting your body.
The goal of our work together is for you to:
+ feel more alignment with your deepest needs + feel more connected to the joys of nature surrounding you + be embodied and centered in your power + learn to release models of power over others + fall confidently into power within and from your highest self + heal your pelvis and feel a sense of balance at the root
GYNO CHIROPRACTIC IS A PROFOUND WAY TO HELP:
+ develop a deeper sense of being in your own body + decrease stress + improve sensation + encourage self-care and body intuition + enhance your sense of balance + improve function + enhance physical and creative fertility + fertility support and pregnancy preparation + post partum recovery + pelvic pain and cramping + decreased/painful mobility in hips & pelvis + tailbone pain + pain from cysts, fibroids and scar tissue + organ prolapse + recovery from pelvic procedures + transition to menopause + stress incontinence (when you pee a little/lot with coughing, sneezing, laughing, jumping, etc.) + a sense of heaviness in the pelvis + hemorrhoids + pain with intercourse
GYNO CHIRO IS A BLEND OF:
* Gentle Spinal Care: a foundational practice to keep your joints in proper alignment for optimum nerve system balance, with a focus on the structures of the pelvic bowl.
* Pelvic Myofascial Release: trauma-informed myofascial release for the internal and external female pelvis for decreased congestion + tension and optimum alignment.
* Nervous System Support / Energy Medicine: to bring a sense of vibrancy to your body, health, and life expression, which is particularly helpful for those with high stress, sensitivity, or a history of trauma.
* Pelvic Education to keep you informed about the functions of your body and how to best take care of this sacred space.
Frequently Asked Questions
HOW MANY VISITS WILL I NEED?
Our bodies move slowly and it can take time to make lasting changes to deeply held patterns. Chiropractic care is designed to make small adjustments to your system over a period of time to facilitate nervous system balance. Gyno Chiro work is designed to release tension and increase function starting at the root of the female body. Energy work offers wellness support to release blockages and feel more grounded in your body. Most begin with our foundational package designed for optimum results with a therapeutic does of 6 hours of bodywork. During your detailed Initial Intake, Dr. Danielle will provide you with specific recommendations.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT IN A PELVIC FLOOR SESSION?
In the first session, we will discuss your history and goals. Then, I will briefly introduce you to the pelvic anatomy with a skeletal model and answer any questions you have before we move on to the physical exam, which consists of a spinal exam and a Gyno Chiro pelvic exam. During the treatment session, the pelvic muscles are assessed intravaginally to determine how the muscles are engaging during a pelvic squeeze (or “Kegel”) followed by techniques such as intravaginal massage, myofascial release, trigger point, breathwork and visualization tools to assist core physical and energetic balance. Each session includes an assessment of the joints and any necessary adjustments. Follow-up sessions begin with a brief re-assessment and then focus primarily on treatment. Each session ends with a review of pelvic self-care.
HOW IS A PELVIC FLOOR SESSION DIFFERENT THAN AN APPOINTMENT WITH MY OB/GYN?
In allopathic medicine, women’s health consists of an exam with a speculum to check for abnormal cervical cells. As a bodyworker and chiropractor, I will ask many of the same questions as your OB/GYN, but our exam and "treatment" differ as I am primarily focused on the positions of the skeletal system and pelvic organs, and tone, texture, and function of the muscles and fascia of the pelvic floor — what I can feel with my hands. I do not do PAP exams — you will see no stirrups in my office! Women often comment on what a relief it is to experience a doctor's visit for this part of the body that does not feel so cold and clinical.
WHAT EFFECTS WILL I NOTICE AFTER A PELVIC FLOOR SESSION?
Many women describe an immediate feeling of a renewed sense of connection and awareness of their pelvic space and more of a sense of being in their body. They also report feeling calm, centered and grounded. Energy and blood flow are increased to the pelvic bowl, and many women report a decrease in overall symptoms and a strengthening of pelvic floor muscle engagement.
PLEASE NOTE: This work is designed to restore physical and energetic balance, which can sometimes bring up emotions stored deep in the body. It may be necessary for a referral to a trained counselor in which case, you will be referred to a trusted specialist. If you have a history of trauma, please be sure to have a current relationship with a counselor.
DO YOU PROCESS INSURANCE?
I am out-of-network with insurance companies. If you receive out-of-network chiropractic benefits, I can provide a “superbill” for reimbursement, which sometimes covers some of this work.
CAN I WORK WITH YOU EVEN IF I AM NOT IN PORTLAND?
Absolutely! After working with women in person for over a decade, I have created -- the Zhiva Method -- for those wanting to work with me virtually. You can also check out our directory to find a Gyno Chiro in your area. In addition, people often come in from out of town for extended sessions, which can also be very powerful. Contact me directly for details around these options.
For over a decade, my focus on the healing arts of chiropractic care, trauma-informed pelvic myofascial release, energy medicine, and other esoteric feminine healing practices, has taught me deep reverence for the female body and energy system.
I created the Gyno Chiro Method as a way to bring pelvic floor care to the chiropractic profession, after studying with mentors from a variety of healing methodologies. The pelvic floor is deeply connected to this spine, Gyno Chiro offers a holistic perspective to the field.
We help women with all sorts of physical pelvic issues. I have learned that the root of the majority of these issues is ENERGETIC. My job is simple, really. I help you reclaim what your body already knows ... how powerful you are.
I am here to offer deep support for the vibrancy of the female root.
HOW CAN I SUPPORT YOU?
Physical Medicine is a non-invasive way to help with pelvic musculoskeletal issues you may not have considered a hands-on care for like incontinence, prolapse, preparing for and healing from pregnancy and birth, scar tissue healing, and enhanced fertility.
