Question 1

What is pelvic floor physical therapy, and how can it help me?

Accepted Answer

Pelvic floor physical therapy is a specialized form of therapy focused  on evaluating and treating issues related to the pelvic floor muscles  and surrounding structures. It can help address concerns such as urinary  incontinence, pelvic pain, and pelvic organ prolapse by utilizing  various techniques including exercises, manual therapy, and education  tailored to your specific needs.

Question 2

What Can Pelvic Floor Therapy Treat?

Accepted Answer

Since the pelvic floor is a group of muscles controlled by a group of nerves that plays a huge role in human movement and function, the diagnoses really span the gamut.

1) Anything urinary from pain with urination to leaking when you don't want to.

2) Pain anywhere, from the pelvis, low back, abdomen, hips etc.

3) Sexual dysfunction: anything from inability to orgasm to pain with penetration.

4) Anything bowel related from functional constipation to leaking when you don't want to.

5) Difficulty exercising, especially after a big life event like c-sections, pregnancy, or fractures. Don't forget about diastasis recti healing during postpartum. To read more about pregnancy and postpartum PT, click here!

6) Tailbone issues, as the entire pelvic floor is attached to the tailbone.

7) Heaviness and pressure, often equated with (but not always caused by) pelvic organ prolapse (POP).

8) Nerve pain, such as pudendal neuralgia, sciatica, or vulvodynia.

This isn't a fully comprehensive list. If you have more questions, schedule your free call here.

Question 3

Who can benefit from pelvic floor physical therapy?

Accepted Answer

Anyone experiencing pelvic health issues such as urinary or fecal  incontinence, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, pelvic organ prolapse symptoms or difficulty with bowel  movements can benefit from pelvic floor physical therapy. It's not  limited to any specific gender or age group! Pelvic floor physical therapy can also help people are pregnant or postpartum!

Question 4

What do they do at pelvic floor physical therapy?

Accepted Answer

During your session, the first part will consist of a long conversation regarding your health history, goals, experiences, and whatever else is needed. Given your responses, some type of physical assessment/exam will be next.

Depending on the condition, the first visit could consist of a thorough evaluation of your pelvic  floor muscles and surrounding structures. This may involve both  internal and external assessments. Sometimes an internal exam can be appropriate but not required. Logan respects all individual's boundaries on this and will always  explain all options.

Based on the findings, Logan  will develop a personalized treatment plan, which may include  exercises, manual therapy techniques, and education about pelvic health.

Question 5

Do I NEED to have an internal exam?

Accepted Answer

The short answer is NO! Pelvic floor physical therapy is very personal and sensitive. If you are not comfortable with an internal (or external exam) that is ok! There are a lot different exercises we can get started on without an internal exam.

Question 6

Will I need a referral from a doctor to see a pelvic floor physical therapist?

Accepted Answer

No referral from a doctor is required to start working with Logan! Logan is an out of network provider meaning she does not take insurance. This means insurance does not dictate your care. Many times a referral is required for insurance purposes. The great part about working with Logan is she has short wait times, no referral is needed, and your treatment and care plan is not dictated by what insurance will cover!

Question 7

Do I need to reschedule my session if I am on my period?

Accepted Answer

No! Not at all!

Your period in no way impacts the ability to have a comprehensive exam. Tampons should be removed during the session. Menstrual cups sit higher up towards the cervix so they do not get in the way. Periods are a part of being a healthy human. You only need to reschedule if you want to for your comfort.​

Plus, sometimes our sessions are focusing on something entirely different than the inside of the vulva.

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