Specializing in Pelvic Floor PT for Pregnancy, Birth, Postpartum, Perimenopause, Menopause, and Everything in Between
Women’s Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy | Oregon City and Portland Metro Area
We Start at the Source
Purpose of the Pelvic Floor
The pelvic floor is a woman’s core. It includes key muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues that house vital organs, including the bladder. As a structure that facilitates essential body functions, such as using the restroom, the pelvic floor serves as one of the most important factors in a woman’s overall health.
The question is, when might a woman need pelvic floor physical therapy?
What Is Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Women?
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Women are absolutely resilient and deserve to chase their wildest dreams. However, there comes in a time in nearly every woman’s life where her pelvic floor falters – whether it’s due to giving birth, becoming injured, or something else. You may experience hip or back pain, have an uh-oh moment while sneezing, or face low belly pain that is so severe it leaves you bedridden, calling out of work, or canceling plans.
More often than not, these symptoms are signs of a bigger problem – pelvic floor dysfunction. How do you get to the bottom of that problem? One such way is through women’s pelvic floor physical therapy. In Oregon City, we have a comfortable home office where our skilled physical therapist performs a full-body assessment to better understand what you’re facing. Many problems originate from issues with the pelvic floor, so we start there, first identifying and diagnosing the issue. Next, we treat the symptoms and design a custom plan of care to help you live your best life again. After all, you deserve it!
Signs You May Need Pelvic Floor Therapy
Sound Familiar?
- Urinary Incontinence
- Fecal Incontinence
- Bladder Control Issues
- Constipation
- Pelvic Pain
- Pain With Sex
- Closed Vaginal Opening
- Low Belly Pain
- Back Pain
- Hip Pain
- Other Pelvic Floor Disorders
Benefits of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Women | Oregon City
How Pelvic Floor Therapy Supports Women’s Health
You don’t have to put your life on hold due to pelvic floor dysfunction. You should be in charge of your life. Women’s pelvic floor physical therapy is a great first step to putting yourself back in the driver’s seat.
It doesn’t matter whether you’ve had a hysterectomy, six kids, or endometriosis for 30 years, pelvic floor physical therapy is likely the answer for women in these situations. We can’t always solve the original diagnosis, but we can, at a minimum, treat your symptoms so that you can do what you want when you want to do it.
Consider women’s pelvic floor physical therapy in Oregon City, and enjoy benefits such as:
- Decreased Pain
- Improved Symptoms
- Stronger Muscles and Core
- Increased Stability
- Better Sleep
- Improved Bladder Control
- And Much More
What to Expect at Your Appointment
How It Works
When it comes to women’s pelvic floor physical therapy in Oregon City, symptom relief is our first goal. We start on the pelvic floor and work outward, identifying dysfunctions and resolving them along the way. A big focus for women’s pelvic floor work is strengthening the pelvic floor muscles and the support muscles, such as the hips and belly muscles, to relieve your symptoms in the next few visits.
No two pelvic floor physical therapy appointments are the same. We look at how the body is moving. Then, we find and address any deficits. At our clinic, we practice manual therapy techniques inspired by visceral mobilization, craniosacral therapy, functional mobilization, and other soft tissue work. However, we also teach you exercises and movements that you can do in the comfort of your home to truly improve your pain and function.
At Bottoms Up! PT, we believe in empowering our patients with education so that you feel confident in understanding the issues you are experiencing and the path to resolve them. If you have any questions, we are here for you.
Why Choose Our Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Services?
Women’s Pelvic Health Specialists in Oregon City and the Portland Metro
- Years of Experience
- Female Pelvic Physical Therapist
- Skilled in Handling Trauma
- Ongoing Consent
- Personalized Service
- Warm and Comfortable Home Office
- Exceptional Attention to Detail
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FAQs About Pelvic Floor PT for Women
Is an internal pelvic exam required?
How often should I do pelvic floor physical therapy?
Is pelvic floor physical therapy worth it?
What should I expect after the appointment?
Your muscles might not be weak, but you might not be able to use them effectively, and they may need manual therapy. If you go too far, that could affect your stability. We try to find the line and see what needs to happen to stimulate healing. If you are experiencing urinary incontinence due to urgency, we generally recommend drinking more water, and when you do so, you may need to urinate more often than normal for a few days. It’s all part of the process!
Request an Appointment for Women’s Pelvic Floor PT in Oregon City Today!
Let’s Work Together
Your symptoms don’t define you. It’s time to reclaim your life. Contact Bottoms Up! PT today to talk to a pelvic health specialist about women’s pelvic floor physical therapy in Oregon City.
“I’m so glad I found Bottoms Up! Dr Lindsey is very knowledgeable, a great listener and thorough at each appointment. After years of pain she has helped me understand the mechanics of my body and I’m so excited about the improvements I’m already seeing. Her home office is so comfortable and seeing a little cat or dog peek around the corner is honestly a bonus.”
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