Pelvic Floor PHYSICAL THERAPY
WHAT IS PELVIC FLOOR PHYSICAL THERAPY?
Did you know the muscles that support your bowel, bladder and reproductive organs can be improved using manual treatments, dry needling, cupping and exercise? Just like any other muscle, the structures between your hips and pelvis can be examined and treated in a physical therapy setting. The muscles of the pelvic floor play a vital role in daily activities such as going to the bathroom, picking up your toddler from their crib, and coughing, laughing and sneezing! They also share connections with the lumbar spine and hips, making them an often overlooked piece in lower back and hip dysfunction. When coming in for a pelvic floor PT initial evaluation, you will be welcomed with a private space to share your concerns then educated on a proper plan of care, emulation and treatment. During your IE and treatment session thereafter, an internal pelvic floor assessment may be right for you, which will be thoroughly defined by your physical therapist.
Pregnancy and postpartum care
Labor and delivery preparation
Vaginismus
Pain with sex both male and female concerns
Menstrual pain
Endometriosis and PCOS
Incontinence
Because everyone has a pelvis, pelvic Floor PT is for everyone! Males, females and even adolescents. Below are common conditions and concerns we treat.
CONDITIONS WE TREAT
Tailbone pain
Sciatica
Return to run and impact activity
Lower back pain
Labral tears
Constipation
Our pelvic floor physical therapist Rachel Chirichella, PT, DPT, CSCS will help to address all your pelvic health concerns. Whether you’re pregnant or postpartum, had a baby 5+ years ago or are looking to prevent or treat chronic lower back pain, addressing the pelvic floor can be a key player in your journey.