cWomen's Pelvic Health
Reasons to see a Pelvic Specialist
During pregnancy and postpartum your body may go through many changes that require muscle reconditioning. Our team uses a variety of hands on therapy techniques to solve for weak pelvic floor muscles and other common issues.
Incontinence
Urinary or bowl leakage often stems from pelvic muscle imbalance. We help females of all ages control their need to frequently urinate and control emptying of bladder with hands-on training and personalized education from a therapist. Urinary Leakage
Pelvic and Back Pain
Weakness or imbalance in your pelvic floor can cause pain throughout your body. An individual care plan will involve hands on therapy for muscle training, exercise program development, internal and external pelvic work, and lifestyle education. Weak vs. Tight Pelvic Floor
What Patients Should Expect
Our women's health occupational therapy team has pursued specialized pelvic health training to treat a variety of women's health issues.
Patients can expect:
- Private one-on-one evaluation and treatments
- Ongoing treatments can range from 1-3x/week
- Appointment times are based on the severity of the patient's condition, but generally 45-60 minutes
- What to Expect on Your First Visit
Common Treatment Options
Each plan of care is based on a patient's goals and can include:
- Manual therapy techniques and bracing options
- Therapeutic exercises and aquatic therapy
- Education on postural awareness
- Kinesio-tapping and dry needling
- Body mechanics
Common Conditions Treated
We treat:
- Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome
- Pudendal Neuralgia
- Endometriosis
- Vulvar Pain
- Dysmenorrhea
- Dyspareunia
To schedule an appointment, request a therapy prescription from your physician to see our Occupational Therapist for your pelvic floor health concerns.
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Rehabilitation
Sarah is amazing. She walked me through everything we did and gave me the "why" behind it. She listened to my concerns and made sure to address then.
Andrea W. -
Rehabilitation
The rehab team was great to work with!!
Keith D. -
Rehabilitation
I am extremely pleased how the progression of my therapy has helped in my everyday life. Both O.T. & P.T. showed me the correct way to maneuver to adapt to my home life situation.
Mary E. -
Rehabilitation
All personnel made me feel very comfortable. Gave privacy when needed.
Sandy B. -
Rehabilitation
Every single PTA, PT + registration clerk are wonderful!! This is the best place for P.T., everyone is so caring + professional.
Becky P. -
Rehabilitation
Everyone on staff treated me with respect and was very helpful in my recovery.
Jacqueline Y. -
General, Primary
This team at Henry County really strives together. They have a unique style of caring for their patients. If you have to be in a hospital, I highly recommend you consider Henry County Hospital. It will be my first choice from now on!
Sarai B. -
Birthing Care, Riverview
My wife and I recently had our first child and had an amazing experience with the whole staff at Henry County Hospital.
Jeff B. -
Rehabilitation
They do a great job.
Ernesto E. -
Rehabilitation
I have always had kind and patient therapists. They were encouraging and glad when I showed progress. They are all very friendly and courteous.
Betty C. -
Rehabilitation
Very pleased with the program and everyone is so nice. Thorough.
Cathy H. -
Felt like you were part of the team. They all cared about my outcome. Wanted to see you do well. Appreciated letting Greg be part of the team.
Julie T. -
Rehabilitation
The facility was very clean and neat. Easy to get to. Therapists were very friendly and knowledgeable in their field of work.
Phyllis M. -
Great place for therapy. Friendly, concerned about progress. Cleanliness during Covid.
Peggy J. -
General
"Amazing nurses and other staff."
Deb H. -
Rehabilitation
Very flexible with scheduling. Approachable staff.
Natalie N. -
Rehabilitation
Sarah and Molly in OT were fantastic in my rehab.
Barb S. -
Rehabilitation
Molly made me feel comfortable and ready to address my needs. I came in with weak bladder control. By the end, I have regained strength and don't have to take as many breaks while teaching or playing with my children. It improved my life.
Amanda M. -
Rehabilitation
I was not sure what to expect when my doctor suggested Pelvic Floor Therapy, but I'm so glad she did. My quality of life has improved so much! Molly made therapy a comfortable experience with a full explanation and how therapy could help.
Jerri H.