Stop Treating Pelvic Floor Symptoms... Treat the System

In this episode of From the Ground Up, host Becky welcomes Dr. Allison Heffron, a rehab-based chiropractor and acupuncturist with over 12 years of experience, to discuss her unique approach to patient care. Dr. Heffron shares her journey through personal and professional challenges, including a significant turning point in 2022 when she shattered her ankle during a roller derby. This injury shifted her perspective, making her both a clinician and a patient. The conversation dives deep into the importance of treating the body as a system rather than focusing on isolated symptoms, which has shaped Dr. Heffron’s approach to integrating biomechanics, performance, and mindset in rehabilitation. They discuss the importance of communication, empathy, and the mental hurdles faced by both patients and clinicians in their journeys towards recovery. Dr. Heffron also shares how her recent breakthroughs have inspired new directions in her practice, including the development of an online program aimed at helping people regain their strength and athleticism. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of movement, performance, and holistic patient care.(00:00) - Introduction and Guest Overview(02:15) - Allison's Journey into Rehab-Based Care(04:48) - The Impact of Personal Injury on Professional Perspective(07:49) - Navigating Patient Communication and Mindset(15:03) - The Importance of Soft Skills in Clinical Practice(26:21) - Allison's Breakthrough and New Program(29:42) - The Spoon Bending Ceremony(32:11) - Breakdown to Breakthrough(36:57) - Planning the Beta Launch(38:25) - Mindset and Business Growth(47:19) - Final Thoughts and TakeawaysThanks to Dr. Allison for coming on the show! Make sure to follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.allisonheffronWant to learn directly from Dr. Allison? Join the waitlist for her Limitless Athleticism program here: https://limitlessathleticism.bfsrehab.com/interest-list-registrationLearn more about her online program for knee pain here: https://bfsrehab.com/resilient-knee-on-demandIf you’re in New Jersey, be sure to visit Dr. Allison at BFS Health & PerformanceJoin the waitlist for the next cohort of Becky’s course: How to Treat the Pelvic Floor Without Kegels: https://www.thepelvicpowerhouse.com/treatingthepelvicfloor. In this course, you’ll learn how to identify the root cause of pelvic floor dysfunction and confidently treat your patients without relying on Kegels. Becky runs this course only twice a year, so be sure to join the waitlist!Grab your free guides:* From the Ground Up: The Foot + Pelvic Floor Connection: https://www.thepelvicpowerhouse.com/fromthegroundup* From the Top Down: From the Ribcage to the Pelvic Floor: https://www.thepelvicpowerhouse.com/fromthetopdownClinicians, be sure to learn about Dr. Becky and Dr. Corrie’s Pelvic Powerhouse Clinical Mastermind: https://www.thepelvicpowerhouse.com/group-clinical-mastermind-2026-liveFollow Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckypelvicpt/Follow Genesis PT and Wellness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genesisptwellnessSubscribe to "From the Ground Up with Dr. Becky Allen”:* Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/47eQP84* Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4QMmH0LDL0CrCEvVpJaOzd* YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FromTheGroundUp-u4n/Pelvic health professionals, if you want to grow your practice, provide great patient care, and create the life and business you love, then visit The Pelvic Powerhouse: https://www.thepelvicpowerhouse.com/"From the Ground Up with Dr. Becky Allen” is the podcast for pelvic health pros who are done playing small in the clinic or in business. Your host is Dr. Becky Allen, a physical therapist and the founder and visionary of Genesis PT & Wellness. As your coach, Becky will share with you what it really takes to lead a mission-driven, team-powered, game-changing pelvic health practice.