Pelvic Floor Therapy in Atlanta and Alpharetta, GA

Pelvic floor therapy is a crucial part of women’s gynecological and reproductive health, as pelvic muscle strength is vital in sustaining control of the organs it encases. At Northside/Northpoint OB-GYN, we understand this and hence make pelvic floor therapy an integral part of our services in Atlanta and Alpharetta, GA.

Whether you seek relief from pelvic pain or other issues, our pelvic floor physical therapy helps you regain control and confidence. Our pelvic floor therapy services are tailored to support your journey to better reproductive health. Work with our therapists and achieve relief today.

Understanding Pelvic Floor Therapy

Pelvic floor therapy is a specialized form of physical therapy that helps strengthen or relax the muscles in your pelvis. Firm muscles in this region play a crucial role in supporting the bladder, uterus, and bowel. When they are weakened or overactive, they can lead to various health issues.

Pelvic floor physical therapy uses exercise and manual therapy to help improve muscle functioning and reduce symptoms of pelvic floor issues.

Who Needs Pelvic Floor Therapy?

Therapy targeted for the pelvic floor muscles is beneficial in improving your quality of life by providing relief from:

Urinary incontinence: is a lack or decreased ability to control urination where you may experience sudden urine leeks as you go about your day or at night as you sleep. Correcting urinary incontinence through pelvic floor therapy helps women improve bladder control, thus correcting the issue, and reducing anxieties over peeing accidents.
Pelvic pain: can be experienced when there is too much tension in the pelvis. This pain often comes with lower back pain or cramps and can cause irritability and disruptions in daily activities. In these cases, pelvic floor therapy is geared towards releasing tension and helping the muscles relax.
Postpartum recovery: Childbirth often causes loss of muscle tone in the pelvic region. When this happens, you might experience symptoms such as urinary or fecal incontinence, as pelvic muscle integrity is vital to controlling these organs.
Bowel incontinence or constipation: These can happen as a result of weakened or tense pelvic muscles, respectively. Both cases cause discomfort and disruptions, especially if you’re used to a regular bowel movement. Additionally, bowel incontinence can lead to accidents which may cause you to feel embarrassed; improving control of the pelvic muscles should help remedy or avoid this.
Pain during sexual intercourse (dyspareunia): This is another consequential result of too much tension in the pelvic region. Similar to pelvic floor therapy as a remedy for pelvic pain, the goal for dyspareunia is to release tension to improve your sexual experiences.

The Role of a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist

Rehabilitating your pelvic floor muscles requires the aid of a physical therapist. Whether you aim to strengthen or release tension in that area, a specially trained pelvic floor physical therapist will be your closest collaborator.

Our specialized therapists are trained to evaluate and manage disorders affecting pelvic floor muscles, providing targeted and effective interventions. Their expertise in pelvic floor therapy includes the following:

Conducting comprehensive assessments to evaluate and identify the specific issues you’re dealing with. They will conduct a series of thorough health history-taking and physical exams and use diagnostic tools to assess muscle strength, flexibility, and function.
Developing individualized treatment plans based on the findings of their assessment. This plan may include exercises, manual therapy, biofeedback, and education on lifestyle modifications to support pelvic health.
Manual therapy techniques to release muscle tension, improve blood flow, and enhance muscle strength and coordination. These techniques are essential for addressing muscle spasms, pain, and tightness.
Prescribing rehabilitative exercises targeted at strengthening or relaxing the pelvic floor muscles.

Physical Therapy Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Process

The physical therapy pelvic floor rehabilitation process at Northside/Northpoint OB-GYN is designed to provide practical, personalized care to address your specific pelvic floor issues. Here’s what you can expect during therapy sessions:

Initial evaluation.We comprehensively assess and evaluate your pelvic floor strength, medical history, and current symptoms. We also perform a physical examination to understand the exact nature of your pelvic floor dysfunction.
Customized treatment plan. We then tailor a treatment plan based on the findings from our initial evaluation. This plan covers a regimen for exercise, manual therapy, and other techniques that help address your condition.
Therapy sessions. During pelvic floor therapy sessions, you will engage in various activities and exercises to rehabilitate your pelvic floor muscles. These may include:

- Pelvic floor exercises like Kegels to help improve muscle control and function.
- Manual therapy to help release muscle tension, improve blood flow, and enhance muscle coordination.
- Biofeedback techniques use special sensors and devices to provide real-time feedback on muscle activity, helping you learn how to control and strengthen your pelvic floor muscles effectively.
- Education and training in proper body mechanics, posture, and lifestyle modifications that can support your pelvic health. You will also learn techniques to prevent future issues and maintain the progress achieved during therapy.
- Progress monitoring to ensure your treatment plan is effective and adjusted as needed based on your progress and feedback.
- Home exercise program to ensure continuity of your rehabilitation outside of the clinical setting. It will include specific exercises and activities to reinforce the benefits of the therapy and maintain your pelvic floor health.

Our Approach to Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

At Northside/Northpoint OB-GYN, our approach to pelvic floor physical therapy is distinguished by our established partnerships with the best experts in the field. With our collaborators in care we help you access the following:

An expert team of therapists specially trained in rehabilitating pelvic and other supporting muscles. Armed with their expertise, you are assured access to the highest standard of care suited to your needs.
State-of-the-art facilities and modern techniques that follow the latest best practices in pelvic floor therapy. It also allows you to tap into sophisticated biofeedback technology that gives real-time treatments and adjustments, resulting in adaptive approaches to care.
Holistic and compassionate care that ensures optimal outcomes and continuity of health. At Northside/Northpoint, we approach your care considering personal and external factors contributing to your health.

Start Your Pelvic Physical Therapy Journey with Northside Northpoint

Schedule your consultation with Northside/Northpoint OB-GYN today and take the first step towards better pelvic health. Let our dedicated pelvic floor physical therapists help you regain strength, confidence, and a better quality of life. We strive for nothing less than the highest standards of care.

Pelvic Floor Therapy in Atlanta and Alpharetta, GA

Understanding Pelvic Floor Therapy

Who Needs Pelvic Floor Therapy?

The Role of a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist

Physical Therapy Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Process

Our Approach to Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

Start Your Pelvic Physical Therapy Journey with Northside Northpoint

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