Conditions We Treat
Painful intercourse and vaginal pain
Pain with intimacy can be a devastating blow to a woman’s sex life and self-esteem. Many women don’t seek help or can’t find the right help, so they suffer in silence. The good news is that after a course of pelvic floor physical therapy, the majority of women can start to enjoy pain-free, pleasurable sex—some, for the very first time.
Incontinence, overactive bladder, pelvic organ prolapse, and constipation
Bladder and bowel problems can be embarrassing and uncomfortable, and can disrupt daily life. Too often, women assume they “just have to live with” these conditions. Fortunately, after completing pelvic floor physical therapy, most women can return to a normal, comfortable life—free of leakage, bathroom emergencies, and distress.
Pain and incontinence during pregnancy and after childbirth
Pain and incontinence may go unaddressed during the exciting, exhausting time before and after childbirth. Women may not seek help for their vaginal pain, pubic pain, joint pain, or urine leakage. But after pelvic floor physical therapy, most moms and moms-to-be are much better—even back to normal.
Back and hip problems that can make sex hurt
Debilitating in their own right, back and hip problems can trigger a musculoskeletal chain reaction ending in pelvic pain and painful sex. Fortunately, pelvic floor physical therapy can unwind this twisted chain of pain, restoring ease of movement and sexual pleasure.
Diastasis recti (gap in the abdominal muscles)
Diastatis recti can afflict many new moms—but is diagnosed by too few doctors. It can cause “baby pooch,” pain, and bladder and bowel problems. Standard core exercises can actually make matters worse. But physical therapy can close the gap and make all the difference.
Vaginal tearing during labor
To help minimize or even prevent vaginal tearing during childbirth, moms-to-be can begin perineal massage at 34 weeks of pregnancy. With a little instruction, they can supplement their physical therapy office visits with quick home sessions. Perineal massage and pelvic floor physical therapy are common in France. Vive le massage!