Pelvic Physical Therapy
Feel Stronger, Live Freer
Pelvic floor training is widely recognized as an effective first-line therapy for individuals experiencing urinary incontinence. Studies have shown that women who receive individualized instruction in pelvic floor exercises often experience high cure rates for stress incontinence. Additionally, incorporating physical therapy both before and after surgery has been shown to enhance physical outcomes and improve overall quality of life.
Pelvic floor physical therapists are specially trained to treat a range of conditions that affect the pelvic region. These include urinary and fecal incontinence, urinary retention, constipation, pelvic pain, and coccyx (tailbone) pain. During your sessions, your therapist will work closely with you to identify the underlying causes of your symptoms and create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Your treatment may involve a combination of pelvic floor and core exercises, tracking symptoms through a bowel or bladder diary, and learning techniques for mindfulness, meditation, and posture. Therapists may also use relaxation strategies, manual therapy, and biofeedback to support your progress and help you regain control and comfort.
Comprehensive Evaluation
The first step in your treatment is a comprehensive evaluation, which includes:
- A review of your medical and surgical history
- In-depth questioning regarding your bladder, bowel, and reproductive functioning
- A general exam to assess your posture, motion in your back and legs, reflexes, and lower extremity strength
- An abdominal assessment
- External and internal pelvic muscle assessments (with patient consent)
Your therapist will work with you to design a treatment plan based on the results of your evaluation and your individual needs.
We see and treat you as a whole person—not just your condition—focusing on your goals, recovery and overall well-being.
Related Specialties
Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (Urogynecology)