Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

Reclaim control and comfort with specialized pelvic floor therapy tailored to your needs.

What is the Pelvic Floor?

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles and connective tissues located at the bottom of the pelvis, supporting organs such as the bladder, uterus, and rectum. Everyone has a pelvic floor and these muscles play a crucial role in posture, controlling urinary and bowel functions, as well as sexual health in all genders. Weakness or dysfunction in the pelvic floor can lead to issues like urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, and sexual dysfunction, highlighting the importance of maintaining its strength and function.

What is Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy?

Pelvic floor physical therapy is a specialized form of therapy focused on addressing issues related to the pelvic floor muscles and surrounding structures. The practitioners at BPHAC are highly specialized in the most effective methods and nuances of pelvic floor therapy.

What does it treat?

Common diagnosis treated with pelvic floor therapy include:

Incontinence
Interstitial Cystitis
Endometriosis
Painful penetration
Pelvic pain
Prolapse
Diastasis recti
Pelvic congestion syndrome
Post hysterectomy surgery
Physiological changes during pregnancy and postpartum (vaginal or Caesarean births) are also indicated for treatment.

Benefits

Benefits of pelvic floor physical therapy include:

Improved bladder control
Improved bowel control and function
Alleviation of pelvic pain
Enhanced sexual function and sensation
Preparation for childbirth and postpartum recovery
Prevention of pelvic organ prolapse
Prevention of pelvic floor issues
Improved posture and stability
Enhanced quality of life!

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What to Expect in Pelvic Floor PT

Your First Appointment

The first appointment starts with a practitioner who will listen to your story and your concerns to best understand your individual needs. It will include an assessment of the integrity of the pelvic floor muscles intravaginally or intrarectally (with patient’s consent), or externally using an assessment of movement, abdominal mechanics and breathing. Treatment will also begin during the first session.

What Does Treatment Look Like?

We take a very personalized approach to treatment and will craft a custom plan that addresses your specific symptoms, diagnostics, lifestyle and goals. Treatment will include some combination of exercises, manual therapies, activity modification and at-home movement prescription.

Respect, Compassion, and Privacy

We recognize that issues related to pelvic floor dysfunction are very personal and have a great impact on many areas of your life. We treat each of our patients with the utmost respect and provide care that puts your needs and goals first. As with all aspects of care at BPHAC, you can expect a completely private and confidential experience.