
What We Do:
What is Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Who We Treat
Our Treatments
Appointment Types & FAQs
At Restore, our mission is to deliver individualized, research-based, and high quality care to patients who need pelvic physical therapy. We provide a safe and inclusive space for patients to rehabilitate any condition. Together, we will resolve your symptoms and find a lasting solution.
What Is Pelvic Health Physical Therapy?
Pelvic Health Physical Therapy (PHPT) is a specialization within the physical therapy profession that primarily focuses on body systems within and around the pelvis - largely targeting the muscles that make up the pelvic floor. PHPT is currently an under-represented niche of physical therapy, and there are often misconceptions and lack of understanding of what PHPT embodies and who can benefit.
PHPT not only targets the pelvic floor musculature but also any joints, nerves, or organs in the area. This may include joints like the lower back, hip and sacroiliac joints, the tailbone (coccyx), the pubic symphysis. It can also include nerves that run from the spine through the pelvis and down the legs, and to the pelvic organs and genitals. PHPT also improves bladder function, bowel function, and even reproductive function.
PHPT focuses on strengthening, lengthening, relaxing, and improving the coordination of the pelvic floor muscles and nerves. Strengthening the pelvic floor muscles may be required to help improve pelvic organ prolapse or urinary incontinence. Lengthening and relaxing the pelvic floor muscles may be used to improve symptoms of pelvic pain or prepare the pelvic floor for vaginal childbirth. Improving coordination of the pelvic floor may be necessary to help you hold in and fully empty your bladder and bowels.
Who We Treat
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Pregnancy & Post-Partum
C-section scars & perineal tearing
Diastasis Recti
Menopause and Peri-Menopause
Vaginismus
Vulvodynia
Endometriosis
Pelvic Inflammatory DIsease
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Pre- / Post-Hysterectomy
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Pre- / Post-Prostate Cancer Treatments (Prostatectomy, Radiation)
Pre- / Post- TURP Surgery
Testicular Pain
Penile Pain
Erectile Dysfunction
Prostatitis & Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome (CPPS)
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Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Urgency & Frequency
Incomplete Bladder Emptying
Nocturia (getting up at night to urinate)
Interstitial Cystitis (IC)/ Painful Bladder Syndrome
Overactive Bladder (OAB)
Fecal Incontinence
Fecal Urgency
Constipation
Anal Fissures
Dyssynergistic defecation
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Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
Pelvic Floor Muscle Tension
Pudendal Neuralgia
Nerve Compression & Irritation
Scar tissue after pelvic surgery
Bladder Pain Syndrome / Intersitial Cystitis
Reproductive Organ Pain/ Endometriosis
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Dyspareunia (pain with Intercourse)
Difficulty with orgasm
Painful Erection or Ejaculation
Premature Ejaculation
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Low Back Pain & Related issues
Hip Pain & Related issues
Sacroiliac Joint (SIJ) Dysfunction
Pubic Symphysis Pain
Tailbone Pain/ Coccydynia
Our Treatments
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Our therapist specializes in treating the whole person, head to toe. We offer a number of tools and treatment techniques to address the root of your symptoms and provide extensive home education to empower you at home with continued progress. We aim to get you back to living your life without restriction, however possible.
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Tailored and specific exercises designed to work on your strength, endurance, flexibility, mobility, and coordination.
We aim focus on returning to movement and exercise after pregnancy & delivery, pelvic or abdominal surgery, or orthopedic injury.
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Dry Needling
E-Stim
Cupping
KT Taping
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Internal or external pelvic floor tissue/ muscle release
Visceral Mobilization
Cupping
Scar mobilization
Joint mobilizations
Myofascial release
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Education on your diagnosis, prognosis, exercises, diet considerations, etc.
Retraining for your bladder, bowels, and nervous system.
Appointment Types & FAQs
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You come to us!
Initial Evaluation
Follow-Up Appointments (60 & 90 minutes)
Dry Needling Only (only eligible if therapist recommends)
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We can both participate from the comfort of our own homes!
Initial Evaluation
Follow-Up Appointments
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Dr. Davidson will come to you.
Follow-up appointments only
Increased rate & travel fee may apply
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What do we do during an initial appointment?
This appointment will include a detailed history, movement assessment and possible pelvic exam (internal or external - only if you are comfortable!), followed by suggested treatment. A follow up email and exercise program will be sent to you along with a Superbill if requested!
What do we do for follow-up appointments?
Based on the plan you and your therapist come up with during your first visit, your follow-up appointments will continue with the treatments discussed. We will continuously re-evaluate your condition to make sure you are getting the best, up-to-date care possible.
Is internal assessment/ therapy required?
No! We will only do as much as you are comfortable with.
Can I come if I am on my Period?
YES! There is absolutely no problem with this unless you would prefer to schedule around your cycle.
What do I wear?
Whatever you’re already wearing or anything you are comfortable in.
Are Concierge visits more expensive?
Yes, due to mileage, driving time, and not being able to schedule patients back to back, concierge appointments may be subject to an increased appointment cost and a travel fee. Contact us for more details.