The Lab - Episode 100: Unlocking the Keystone- Pelvic Health Considerations in Sports Medicine
Fri Sep 26 2025
In this episode, Lou sits down with Adelaide Cooke Sperling, a third-generation physical therapist specializing in pelvic health and sports medicine. Adelaide, a former D1 track and field athlete at the University of Albany, discovered pelvic floor physical therapy while studying at Northwestern University.The discussion focuses on pelvic health in athletic populations, emphasizing the importance of addressing pelvic floor issues across all genders and ages. Adelaide shares her expertise as both a physical therapist and former athlete, covering topics such as Relative Energy Deficiency in Sports (RED-S), sacroiliac joint pain, and pregnancy/postpartum considerations.The conversation highlights the need for healthcare providers to feel comfortable discussing sensitive topics and conducting thorough assessments.
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In this episode, Lou sits down with Adelaide Cooke Sperling, a third-generation physical therapist specializing in pelvic health and sports medicine. Adelaide, a former D1 track and field athlete at the University of Albany, discovered pelvic floor physical therapy while studying at Northwestern University.The discussion focuses on pelvic health in athletic populations, emphasizing the importance of addressing pelvic floor issues across all genders and ages. Adelaide shares her expertise as both a physical therapist and former athlete, covering topics such as Relative Energy Deficiency in Sports (RED-S), sacroiliac joint pain, and pregnancy/postpartum considerations.The conversation highlights the need for healthcare providers to feel comfortable discussing sensitive topics and conducting thorough assessments.