PELVIC FLOOR PHYSICAL THERAPY
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy at Breathe Life PT is specialized care aimed to treat female-related pelvic dysfunction and promote optimal pelvic health for women . There are a multitude of reasons one may need pelvic floor physical therapy. The pelvic floor is an integral part of the core stabilization system, which works intimately with the organs, bones and joints in the region. When pelvic muscles become weak or tight, there is an imbalance within the surrounding area including the lower back, hips, bladder, vagina and rectum. Hormonal changes during periods, pregnancy and perimenopause can affect the pelvic muscles and abdominals too.
The pelvic floor is always working throughout the day and is often overlooked as the cause of a wide range of diagnoses including:
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Urine or fecal leakage
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Pelvic pain including low back pain and hip pain
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Tailbone pain (coccyx pain)
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Scar tissue related to cesarian birth, hysterectomy and laparoscopic surgeries
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Discomfort or pain with sex, intimacy, gynecological examination
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PRE & POST PREGNANCY CARE
Women need specialized care throughout their lifespan; however, the right type of care during and after pregnancy is imperative. The American College of Obstetrics (ACOG) now recommends all post partum care should include physical, social, and psychological well-being and social assessment, so women can be appropriately referred to other obstetric care providers, including pelvic floor physical therapists.
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Our team understands the anatomical, physical and emotional changes women go through from the start of conception to birth and beyond. The woman's body is just as important as the new baby, and an evaluation is recommended as soon as day 1 postpartum for the following:
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Learn to prepare your perineum for birth
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Pelvic Pain during/after pregnancy
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Perineal tears or birth related trauma
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Urine or bowel leakage
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Low back or tailbone pain
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Pain or discomfort with intercourse
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Scar tissue related to C-section
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Diastasis Recti (abdominal separation)
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Pressure in the pelvis
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Changes in daily bladder or bowel habits
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Postural changes related to breastfeeding and caring for baby​​
Hear what our Clients Say
I “pushed” physiologically, never forced it and just breathed deep into an exhale when my body said to. My last session with Dr Becca really helped me connect the dots in order to do that! Just wanted to say THANKS y’all are doing a good work for us first time moms!
-Gabi
I have been dealing with leakage and frequency issues since having my son 12 years ago! After just three weeks of working with Breathe Life Physical Therapy & Wellness I have noticed so many differences. Breathe Life PT will put you at ease and get your on the right track at your first visit. You won't regret it.
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-Kristie
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Therapist makes you feel very comfortable and address all your concerns . She suggested tools to help with relaxing the pelvic floor.. It was so much more than just a tight pelvic floor. An overall awareness of the lack in hip mobility and how my nerve was contributing to my issues. The team as a whole are great to work with!
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-Heather