The diaphragm is actually a large muscle with 3 main attachments: the xiphoid process of the sternum, internal side of the ribs 7-10, and the lumbar vertebrae. If this muscle is tight, it can limit breathing mechanics, thoracic or lumbar mobility and cause pelvic floor issues. Feel like you can’t take a deep 360° breath? Try these mobilizations and see if you can find relief. Comment and let us know how it goes! #diaphragm #diaphragmaticbreathing #pelvicfloor #pelvichealth #pelvicfloorphysicalth

The abdomen is divided into 4 quadrants and there are some common causes of pain in each one. This list is only our first thoughts and it’s more complicated that this, but here it is! Also women’s pelvic pain can cause abdominal pain but that is covered separately. #abdominalpain #stomachache #stomachpain #vomiting #medicaladvice #doctors #drjoemd | Dr. Joe, MD