The Dr. Jess Show is a pelvic health and chronic pain podcast exploring fascia, the nervous system, prevention, and whole-body healing. Hosted by Dr. Jessica Papa, DPT—pelvic health and chronic pain specialist and Barnes' Myofascial Release Expert, founder of Arancia Physical Therapy, creator of the Conquer Incontinence® Method, and author of Conquering Mystery Pain and Postpartum Is Forever. Episodes cover pelvic pain, incontinence, postpartum recovery, chronic pain, and regenerative care like…
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How often should you actually be peeing? How much can your bladder hold? And could frequent trips to the bathroom or that constant urge to go be connected to how your bladder has learned to function? In this episode of The Dr. Jess Show , we’re taking a closer look at bladder capacity and what’s considered normal when it comes to urination. We’ll talk about how the bladder fills, how your brain…
If you've ever been told to "just strengthen your pelvic floor" after experiencing bladder leaks, you're not alone. It's one of the most common pieces of advice women receive, and while strengthening absolutely has its place, it isn't always the right place to start. In this episode, Dr. Jess unpacks one of the biggest misconceptions in pelvic health and explains why so many women continue leaking…
Marilyn Dellit Wellness Why Your Core Work Isn't Stopping Your Bladder Leaks 👉 Conquer Incontinence Course Dr. Jess Papa Book a Phone Consult! Arancia Physical Therapy @aranciapt @marilyndellitwellness Youtube: @aranciaphysicaltherapy5131
Why Your Core Work Isn't Stopping Your Bladder Leaks 👉 Conquer Incontinence Course Dr. Jess Papa Book a Phone Consult! Arancia Physical Therapy Instagram: @aranciapt Youtube: @aranciaphysicaltherapy5131
Endometriosis doesn’t exist in isolation—and neither do its symptoms. In this episode, Dr. Jess explores the often-overlooked connection between endometriosis and bladder urgency, breaking down why the constant “I have to go” feeling isn’t about a full bladder, but a sensitized system under stress. Instead of focusing on symptom management, this conversation zooms out to ask the bigger question:…
If bladder symptoms are part of your picture, you don’t have to wait months for appointments or keep guessing what to do next. I created Conquer Incontinence to walk you through the exact framework I use in my clinic — helping women reduce urgency, leaking, and frequency by addressing the root system (not just squeezing harder). This isn’t another “do more Kegels” program. It teaches you: ✔ How to…
If you’re dealing with bladder leaks, urgency, or fear of movement—and you’ve been told to “just do Kegels” or live with it—this is for you. In this free masterclass , Dr. Jess breaks down: Why leaking happens (and why it’s not a willpower issue) The most common mistakes women make that worsen bladder symptoms How fascia, breath, and pressure management actually affect continence What to focus on…
In this deep-dive episode of The Dr. Jess Pelvic Health Show , Dr. Jess Papa uncovers one of the most misunderstood — and most life-changing — relationships inside the body: the gut–pelvic floor connection. If you struggle with bloating, constipation, IBS, abdominal heaviness, urinary symptoms, painful intercourse, pelvic pressure, or chronic pelvic pain, this conversation will finally make…
In this episode, Dr. Jessica Papa explores the often-overlooked issue of pelvic floor hypertonicity, emphasizing that many individuals mistakenly believe their pelvic floor is weak when it may actually be overactive . She discusses the causes of this condition, including stress, posture, and trauma, and highlights the importance of relaxation and proper breathing techniques. Dr. Jess provides…
Kegels are often prescribed as the go-to solution for bladder leaks and pelvic floor issues—but what if they’re not the magic fix we’ve been told they are? In this episode, we dive into why Kegels don’t always work for incontinence. From overactive or tight pelvic muscles to poor breathing patterns and posture, we explore the deeper reasons your pelvic floor might not be responding—and what…
