In this episode of Root to Rise, Dr. Emily Splichal is joined by Jaime Passaglia, pediatric physical therapist and Chief Health Strategy & Clinical Officer of Solodome, to explore how immersive spatial audio and vibroacoustic technology support nervous system regulation, recovery, and whole-body wellness. Together, they discuss how sound and vibration influence physiology, where vibroacoustic therapy fits within modern healthcare, and why sound may be one of the most underutilized tools in human performance and resilience.

Key Topics

• How sound and vibration influence pain, sleep, and nervous system regulation.
• Where vibroacoustics fit within functional and traditional healthcare.
• Why sound is a powerful tool for calming and organizing the nervous system.
• Solodome's shift from movement and gaming into wellness and clinical care.
• How sound and frequency may reshape wellness, healthcare, and performance.

About Jaime Passaglia

Jaime Passaglia is a pediatric physical therapist and Chief Health Strategy & Clinical Officer at Solodome Audio, where he helps create immersive spatial audio and vibroacoustic experiences that support nervous system regulation, recovery, and whole-body wellness. His work bridges sound science and human physiology, transforming sound into a powerful tool for focus, balance, and resilience.

• Website: solodome.com
• Instagram: @solodomeaudia

In this powerful solo episode, Dr. Emily Splichal dives into a topic rarely discussed — yet deeply felt by millions of women: how female hormones shape foot health across every stage of life.

From the menstrual cycle to pregnancy and menopause, hormonal shifts profoundly influence collagen, ligament integrity, bone density, circulation, and nerve health — all of which directly impact how your feet look, feel, and function. If you've ever wondered why your feet changed during pregnancy, why arches collapse later in life, or why foot pain seems to "suddenly appear," this episode delivers the science — and the solutions.

Dr. Emily breaks down estrogen, progesterone, and relaxin through a functional lens and explains how women can proactively protect their foundation with strength, sensory input, recovery, and smart support. This is an empowering roadmap for staying grounded, strong, and mobile through every hormonal transition.

Key Takeaways

• How estrogen loss impacts collagen, ligaments, tendons, bones, nerves, and fat pads in the feet
• Why women can lose up to 2% of collagen per year during menopause — and what that means for foot integrity
• How pregnancy hormones like relaxin alter foot structure, gait, and arch stability
• Why injury risk changes throughout the menstrual cycle — and how to train smarter
• The connection between menopause, stress fractures, and delayed healing
• Practical tools to protect circulation, nerve health, and foot strength at every life stage

In this episode of Root to Rise, Dr. Emily Splichal sits down with Bill Parisi — legendary coach, entrepreneur, and founder of Parisi Speed School and the Fascia Training Academy — to explore what it truly means to build resilient, high-performing athletes for the long term.

With over 30 years of experience and more than one million athletes coached, Bill shares how his work bridges science, coaching, fascia, and human behavior. Together, Emily and Bill unpack the evolution of performance training, why fascia may be the missing link in athletic development, and how movement quality, sensory input, and foot function shape human potential from the ground up.

Together, they discuss:

• Bill Parisi's journey from elite athlete to founder of Parisi Speed School
• Why fascia is the missing link in speed, power, and resilience
• The foot's role in ground mechanics and athletic performance
• How to train durable humans, not just fast athletes
• What's next in performance training, recovery, and education

About Bill Parisi

Bill Parisi is the founder of the Parisi Speed School and a leading authority in human performance and speed training. Over the past three decades, he has coached more than one million athletes, ranging from youth beginners to NFL and Olympic competitors.

A pioneer in integrating fascia science into athletic development, Bill combines biomechanics, connective tissue research, and real-world coaching to help athletes move better, stay injury-resistant, and reach their full potential. He is the author of The Anatomy of Speed and Fascia Training: A Whole-System Approach, and continues to educate coaches and organizations worldwide on the future of performance training.

• Instagram: @bill_parisi
  
  

Parisi Speed School: parisischool.com