Welcome to the first episode of Pelvic Pain, unPacked, a podcast dedicated to breaking the silence around a common yet often misunderstood condition. Hosts Tamar Hill and her sister, Dr. Charity Hill, introduce the purpose of the show and share why pelvic health challenges deserve more awareness, compassion, and thoughtful, patient-centered care.
Dr. Hill, a physiatrist specializing in discomfort management, discusses how both her medical training and personal experience with pelvic discomfort shaped her career focus. The conversation explores why pelvic discomfort is frequently underrecognized, how medical dismissal can impact patients, and why a multidisciplinary approach — including pelvic floor physical therapy — is often considered an important part of comprehensive support.
The episode also introduces the endocannabinoid system and the emerging role of plant-based options like CBD as potential supportive tools in discomfort management conversations. Listeners can expect expert perspectives, patient-centered discussions, and a welcoming space focused on education, validation, and encouragement for those navigating pelvic discomfort.
In this episode, you will hear:
- Why pelvic discomfort is common, valid, and often misunderstood
- Personal and clinical perspectives from a pain management physician
- The impact of medical dismissal and underdiagnosis
- What pelvic discomfort can include for different bodies
- Limits of traditional discomfort treatments and opioid-centered approaches
- Role of pelvic floor physical therapy in recovery
- An introduction to the endocannabinoid system and plant-based comfort support
Resources from this Episode
- Guest’s website – https://medroots.com/
- https://www.brownhealth.org/be-well/women-and-pelvic-pain-what-you-should-know#:~:text=Sarah%20D
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