Pelvic Health Physical Therapy is uniquely designed to treat female and male pelvic anatomy with conditions that relate to urologic, musculoskeletal, sexual, and colorectal health.
Our therapists perform a comprehensive evaluation which includes an assessment of posture, pelvis alignment, lumbar spine and hip joint mobility, strength, and soft tissue mobility. All treatments are individualized and focus on a whole body approach to help achieve your goals.
Pelvic Health Physical Therapy can make a difference for the following diagnoses:
Vulvodynia
Vaginismus
Endometriosis
Pudendal Neuralgia
Urinary Incontinence (Stress and Urge)
Diastasis recti (separation of abdominal muscles)
Pain related to pregnancy such as pubic symphysis pain and separation
Pain associated with scars (postsurgical or postpartum)
Low back, coccyx, pelvic and hip pain
Neck/upper back/shoulder pain, headaches, and thoracic outlet syndrome
IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)
Bowel dysfunction (constipation or incontinence)
Return to fitness after pregnancy
Musculoskeletal limitations related to bed rest (high-risk pregnancy)
Pregnancy can lead to:
Increased blood volume can lead to swelling
Changes in hormone levels cause ligament and joint laxity which can contribute to pain
Weight gain causes postural changes
Forward shift in the body’s center of gravity
Vaginal delivery and caesarean delivery: possible injury to the pelvic floor muscles, which can lead to incontinence, pain, prolapse, scar adhesions, and core weakness\
Pain during pregnancy:
Low back, pelvic, hip pain
Pubic symphysis pain/separation
Neck and upper back pain
Shoulder/arm pain and tingling
Carpal Tunnel
Headaches
Urinary incontinence
Leg/foot pain, weakness, and/or swelling
Diastasis recti (separation of abdominal muscles)
Musculoskeletal limitations related to bed rest (high risk pregnancy)
Pain during Postpartum:
Low back, pelvic, and hip pain
Pain associated with scars
Urinary incontinence
Postural and body mechanics challenges while
lifting and breast feeding
Pelvic floor weakness
Difficulty returning to exercise
Physical Therapy treatment will consist of:
Identifying individual goals and developing a treatment plan to achieve those goals through physical therapy.
Manual Therapy: joint and soft tissue mobilization
Therapeutic Exercise: education and instruction in individualized exercise prescription for your specific pregnancy and postpartum needs. Exercise can consist of strength training, endurance exercises, flexibility exercises and balance training.
Bracing/Supports: to add stability and reduce pain and stress on the body to allow for greater functional mobility
Education: posturing training for breast feeding, lifting strategies, carrying infant/child in/out of car seat, safe labor positions to reduce current orthopedic conditions and concerns, relaxation techniques
Safe return to fitness and exercise after delivery
