Being in Balance Physical Therapy

03/05/2026

I’m now one of 10 practitioners in the US to have completed the McLoughlin Scar Tissue Release Level 2 training!

This gentle and effective work makes such a difference for scars from

Mohs surgery
Breast cancer
Top surgery
C-sections
Joint replacements
Any abdominal surgery

Wondering if you could benefit? Schedule a free phone consult at 510-543-1637.

02/18/2026

In dogs, improved posture = better muscle strength = a more resilient body.

It doesn’t take much to make a difference.

Check out the difference in Harlow’s standing posture with JUST 2 WEEKS of foundational exercises.

Hind legs wide = core and hind limb weakness = increased risk for falls/injuries

Hind legs narrower = improved core and hind leg strength = increased chance of a longer and healthier life!

02/02/2026

01/26/2026

I love learning new manual physical therapy techniques. I especially love it when the technique works well on both humans and canines!

After a single session of Dermoneuromodulation, here is what a human client had to say:

“My arm is doing great! When I was getting ready for bed, I was able to lift my arm fully above my head AND put it behind my back! The band of pain around my upper arm hasn’t been there and the back of my shoulder feels much more relaxed.”

I tried the same technique on the dog below.

She usually moves around a lot, and it’s hard to get her to stay in one place (even when motivated by wonderfully tasty treats).

While I performed the Dermoneuromodulation technique, she sat still in my lap for 4 minutes! That’s a win!

01/19/2026

I have had a couple of clients this week with pain after rock climbing.

One was a minor exacerbation of an existing issue.

One was a new and moderate injury.

The beginning of the year often involves starting new physical activities.

If you end up with pain that’s lasting more than 48 hours, call me for a free phone consult at 510-543-1637.

Letting the pain continue will create compensation patterns that increase your risk of injury in the future.

01/14/2026

Some days at work, everyone wants to sit in your lap. 🐾💛🐾 We got some good work done, too! Home programs for strengthening, manual therapy that calms the whole system down, and plans to maintain conditioning for the future.

01/13/2026

2026 marks 10 years of private practice and almost 30 years of working in the physical therapy industry.

How time flies!

Today, I run an exclusive practice devoted to providing specialized physical therapy for dogs and humans.

Access to your PT between appointments.

Premium care at competitive prices.

Office visits or home visits available.

Free phone consults before booking. 510-543-1637

12/19/2025

Treating scars isn’t just about how the scar looks. It’s about re-wiring the way your brain uses muscles near the scar.

Have you ever had a surgery and then felt like your muscles just worked a bit differently afterwards?

These compensation patterns often lead to pain in neighboring areas.

Exercise alone is NOT enough to correct the compensations.

You will see significant change in just a few sessions.

Text me at 510-543-1637 to set up a free phone consultation.

www.mstr.international

Also see our new free presentation about fascia and scarring at:

www.mcloughlin-scar-release.com

11/19/2025

I met a practitioner recently who said that they wish that every client could have an MRI so that we know exactly what’s going on. They felt like they were just guessing otherwise.

I’ve been treating people long enough to know that bodies don’t work like that. Pain doesn’t work like that.

Some people have severe findings on imaging and have minimal pain. There isn’t always a direct correlation.

We aren’t machines. We aren’t cars. You can’t “fix” a part and expect the whole thing to return to baseline.

There are many potential contributors to pain that don’t show up on MRIs…

Soft tissue adhesions
Scars
Fascial restrictions
Nerve compression away from the spine
Muscle compensations
Past experience of pain
Nervous system dysregulation

Treating what is seen on MRIs will only get you so far.

Bodies—human and canine—are infinitely complex. Having experience, the ability to physically feel changes in the body, and taking the time to look at what makes each body unique goes a long way towards figuring out why there is pain.

Picture of an American Beautyberry bush in November.n

10/25/2025

If you have had a C-section and are experiencing back / hip pain, have a McLoughlin Scar Tissue Release practitioner check your scar.

The article below illustrates how scars lead to discomfort in other areas.

It’s never too late. I’ve worked on 50 year old C-section scars with great results.

How MSTR® Supports Recovery After Caesarean Section Discover how McLoughlin Scar Tissue Release® can help restore comfort, mobility, and connection after C-section surgery. Research Get in Touch

10/22/2025

🐾💛🐾 Someone asked me yesterday if they were crazy for getting physical therapy services for their dog.

I don’t think so.

They are more than “just dogs.” They make every moment better, and that is so very important these days.

From my book, Dog People

10/08/2025

My client said, “If my dog could talk, he would have asked to come see you today! I’m so glad that we have an appointment.”

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Sometimes their bodies need a bit of extra TLC, too!