Michele Green DPT
Holistic Health Coaching & Essential Physical Therapy
In-person & Virtual Services Available
Pelvic floor physical therapy
We use an evidence-based approach
for the treatment of common conditions related to pelvic floor dysfunction.
You may recognize or have experienced some or all of the following
Urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, chronic pelvic pain, chronic constipation, urinary frequency and/or urgency, decreased urinary flow and incomplete urination, and sexual dysfunction. Just a few of the common problems associated with pelvic floor dysfunction.
DID YOU KNOW?
As many as 1 in 3 of all US women are affected by pelvic floor dysfunction
34% of older women are affected by incontinence, 25% of mid-life women
Men, children, and athletes can also experience pelvic floor dysfunction
"I would give 10 stars if I could. I completed 2 months of pelvic floor therapy with Michele. She has truly changed my life."
— marsha h.
Why pelvic floor physical therapy?
An accurate evaluation and treatment program is essential
With an accurate diagnosis and evaluation of your symptoms and pelvic floor musculature, an effective treatment program is designed. Common interventions used include pelvic floor muscle retraining and biofeedback. Exercise-based pelvic floor muscle retraining leads to an ~70% reduction in symptoms. Biofeedback training leads to an ~80-90% reduction in symptoms. Your treatment program will be designed based upon your needs and goals.
"After my second pregnancy I had a uterine prolapse. I came to see Michele and I couldn’t be more thankful that I found her. She is wonderful at her job and always made the process seamless.”
— gina M.
Pelvic floor dysfunction is not a normal course of aging
Numerous causes, effective solutions
While cause can range from pregnancy and childbirth, injury, surgery, infection, and many others, pelvic floor therapy has shown to be effective in treating pelvic floor related conditions.
What to expect
Pelvic floor muscle treatments and evaluations are performed in a secure, private space. Your comfort is a priority. Pelvic floor muscle therapy is a safe and effective treatment designed to meet your needs.
Initial evaluation
Your therapist will discuss with you symptoms you’ve experienced, your medical history, and your goals. Questions about your bowel and bladder function, as well as your sexual history will be asked. A physical exam is also part of the initial evaluation.
Treatment plan
From the initial evaluation, a treatment plan will be designed that will be most effective for your symptoms and your goals. Typically, treatment plans include strengthening and flexibility exercises, biofeedback to improve muscle control, manual therapy, electrical stimulation, and lifestyle and behavior changes to support healthy functioning of your pelvic floor muscles and your genitourinary system.
Sessions
PT sessions generally are between 60-90 minutes, 1-2 times per week, dependent upon your needs and situation. Sessions may include exercise, anatomy education, the use of equipment, and discussion on lifestyle impacts and beneficial changes. The time you will spend in therapy will depend on your needs. Some patients find that they experience results in a few weeks while others need longer-term therapy.