What happens when an old spark reignites and reshapes your entire career?

Welcome to Down There, a podcast dedicated to pelvic health and wellness for men and women. In this episode, Laura McKaig, PT, MSPT, shares her deeply personal journey from leaving her physical therapy career to rediscovering her passion, overcoming setbacks, and ultimately finding her calling as a pelvic floor therapist. If you’ve ever wondered how someone finds their true path or if you’re facing your own crossroads, this story is for you.

⏱️ Timestamps:

[00:00] – Laura’s leap of faith

[00:31] – How Did I Get Into Pelvic Floor Therapy?

[01:56] – Life changes, setbacks, and a wake-up call

[02:25] – Injury & Realization

[03:20] – The challenges and doubts she faced re-entering the profession

[04:03] – Rediscovering passion for physical therapy

[07:42] – The Spark: Discovering Pelvic Floor Therapy

[08:45] – Passing the Board Exam & New Opportunities

[10:00] – Discovering pelvic floor therapy and what it means

[11:45] – How personal struggles with pain and pelvic floor issues inspired me to help others

[13:00] – Options for Pelvic Health Help

[15:01] – Overcoming Embarrassment & Finding Purpose

[15:51] – Why This Work Matters

[16:43] – What’s Next & How to Connect

Connect & Share:

Have questions or want to connect?

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Visit: https://www.pelvicconnection.com/ for online programs, resources, or to work with Laura in person.

Find a pelvic floor therapist near you:

https://pelvicglobal.com/directory/

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Music Credits:

Musician: Forest Stewart

Original composition “Down There”

***DISCLAIMER***The content of this video, description, links, and comments, is intended for educational and informational purposes. It is not intended as medical advice or a personalized treatment plan. Pelvic Connection Physical Therapy & Wellness LLC is not liable for any injuries or damages related to the practice of any exercise or activity shown on this video. Injury risk is possible if you do not follow due diligence and seek qualified professional advice about your medical condition or injury. Please consult your healthcare professional for specific concerns. No guarantees of specific results are expressly made or implied from this content.