Pelvic Health

Select locations within the Ivy Rehab Network can provide non-surgical approaches to rehabilitation of male and female pelvic health, including Pelvic Floor Dysfunction (PFD).

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What is PFD?

Pelvic Floor Dysfunction (PFD) is a condition that renders a person unable to control their pelvic floor muscles. PFD affects many women, especially as a result of pregnancy, delivery, trauma such as a fall or car accident, surgery, obesity, or other pelvic health conditions including endometriosis, interstitial cystitis, or prolapse.

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What are some of the symptoms of PFD?

Common symptoms of PFD include, but are not limited to, a feeling of pain or heaviness/pressure in the area of the lower abdomen or vagina, incontinence, leakage, or urgency. Symptoms tend to occur when upright, straining or coughing.

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How can we help?

The Ivy Rehab Network has physical therapists that can provide a non-surgical approach to rehabilitation of dysfunctions in the pelvis that contribute to bowel, bladder, sexual health, and pain complaints.

Approaches may include:

  • Behavioral strategies
  • Manual therapies
  • Modalities
  • Therapeutic exercise
  • Education
  • Functional retraining

What are tips to support pelvic health?

  • Strengthen your pelvic floor muscle. Kegel exercises can be incorporated into your daily routine to help.
  • If your pelvic muscles are overly tight, consider practicing meditation or guided relaxation.
  • Consume sufficient fiber and fluids as well as exercise regularly to help avoid constipation.
  • Refrain from pushing too hard during bowel movement.
  • Lower your intake of caffeine, alcohol, and other dehydrators to help avoid urinary incontinence or a urinary tract infection.

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I came to him with lower back pain and had a goal of improving my strength, mobility, and stability. He explains the ‘why’ behind each exercise and in a way which is easy to follow. After a handful of sessions I feel much better and have the confidence to continue the program at home. Tyler also is great for those looking to improve their golf game and fitness.. I highly recommend the TPI screening.Response from the ownerThat’s wonderful to hear – thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Conshohocken ★★★★★ Today was my last appointment with Hannah, and it’s definitely bittersweet for me. She has been so wonderfully patient, kind, and encouraging in my postural restoration journey.I first visited BIA Apex to address concerns I’ve had with my posture. I’ve dealt with posture issues for most of my adult life, but Hannah helped me make so much more progress than I’ve ever had before. She’s helped me become equipped to identify and address concerns with my body and to enjoy exercise again by being able to do it safely.If I could hire Hannah as a personal trainer, I would. I had a lot of fun picking her brain about muscles, nerves, and the body as a whole while she taught and guided me through new exercises to challenge and strengthen me.Julie, who works reception, is also very hardworking, patient, and kind. She helps give BIA Apex its friendly and welcoming atmosphere along with the rest of the staff.I can’t recommend BIA Apex enough. I genuinely can’t think of a single complaint against them. I’ve had so much fun learning and growing there, and I’m very thankful that I got to work with them. They care about their patients as people.-Andrew Brooks ★★★★★ Kyle treated me for a disc injury over the course of 4 months and was extremely knowledgeable and helped me to manage my constant pain. He went above and beyond- from assisting me in getting an appointment with a specialist to explaining my imaging results/healing process. He always encouraged me and kept a positive attitude when I was frustrated. I also saw Catherine a few times and she was great as well! ★★★★★ I’ve been dealing with severe tailbone pain for several years and had seen 6 or 7 different doctors and therapists with no relief when I finally found Back in Action. The therapists there were welcoming and knowledgeable and Hannah worked so hard finding many different strategies until she finally found the root of my issue and created a treatment plan. I can finally sit for long periods of time without crippling pain! She is so gifted, kind, thoughtful and creative and I’m so glad to have found her! ★★★★★ Effective place for PT. AK helps his patients not only with therapy to help the immediate problem, but also with exercises that build strength to keep the problem from recurring. Niso and the staff is always welcoming. A very friendly place with personal attention and productive methods!Response from the ownerThank you so much for your positive feedback, it means the world to us! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Naperville ★★★★★ These folks really know how to put you on the path of recovery. get you back in action. Great PTs who are excellent at what they do. You can’t go wrong hereResponse from the ownerThank you for taking the time to share this review, it means so much! – The team at Back in Action, Apex! ★★★★★ I have degeneration in my neck that limited my ability to turn my head without serious discomfort. I have been treating with Ian for a number of months. Through his exercise program and hands on work on my neck, he help me to increase my range of motion significantly and the pain level has decreased to a very low level. He is thoughtful in his approach and is an excellent practitioner. I highly recommend him.Response from the ownerThank you so much for sharing your thoughts, we appreciate you! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Philadelphia – Center City ★★★★★ Ivy Rehab was a great experience. My Physical Therapist Dan was a wealth of knowledge. He brought a balanced combination of professional and personal skills to communicate and collaborate that were key to my recovery from shoulder surgery. The facility was well equipped and clean with a collegial atmosphere among the PTs to support their clients’ recuperation.Response from the ownerThat’s wonderful to hear – thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us! – The team at Ivy Rehab, King of Prussia! ★★★★★ My second time around (for different problems). Chris and staff areknowledgable and dedicated to patients. In addition, they are nice people to work with. Definitely, will recommend Ivy. ★★★★★ Outstanding group of PT specialist helped me through a successful knee replacement recovery. Tyler and Brie tailored a program that was easy to follow and provided great support along the way. Tyler was the only specialist my surgeon recommended and for good reason!! Thanks guys.Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Conshohocken ★★★★★ I will highly recommend Excel Therapy to my family & friends. I suffer with back issues. I’ve had severe muscle spasms in my back. My therapist Joe is so knowledgeable, professional & most of all caring . That means so much when you’re suffering with pain. The front receptionist ladies are just awesome, very friendly! Thank you to all Excel staff for caring!Response from the ownerThank you for your kind words; we appreciate your feedback! – The team at Excel Physical Therapy, West Deptford ★★★★★ Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy is fantastic. I’m way late on writing this review but I was treated, last year for hip and lower back pain, primarily by Kenedy Fraleigh but also Chelsea Gendvil, and they are wonderful PTs. First visit, Kenedy was able to tell me what the issue was and started me with a few gentle stretches and exercises that had me feeling so much better that same day. I was put on a program that had me seeing steady progress that helped to not only few me of pain but also to strengthen some areas to help protect me from future injury. The therapists and staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and encouraging. I couldn’t record them more.Response from the ownerIt’s great to hear this feedback! Thank you for taking the time to share your review! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Hoboken ★★★★★ I have received stellar rehabilitative care from Ivy Rehab. Caroline Trezona is extremely knowledgeable and is adept at clearly communicating the necessary steps to achieve maximum benefit and patiently guides me toward the optimum motions personally tailored for my individual needs. I have been to physical therapy in the past where you’re given basic instruction and then left to perform while the therapist attends to another patient. Ivy Rehab, and Caroline in particular, provides personal one-on-one care throughout each session to ensure maximum benefit.Response from the ownerThank you for your kind words; we appreciate your feedback! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Cary ★★★★★ The Park Sports Team was great in helping me navigate insurance and a treatment plan for my injury. They were very responsive and accommodating when I needed to move appointments around, and never made me feel like it was an issue. Emmanuel at the front desk always got back to me quickly for scheduling and payment options. Megan, my therapist, was very professional and always gave me her full attention, even when the place was busy. She helped get my shoulder back into working order and I’ve got a slew of exercises I can do at home to maintain my new strength. Can’t say enough nice things about the team!Response from the ownerThank you for sharing this with us! – The team at Park Sports Physical Therapy, Brooklyn – Williamsburg ★★★★★ The therapists really work with you with your best interest in mind. They select the best exercise and activity programs designed to restore your physical injury back or as close as possible to its normal condition.Response from the ownerThank you for taking the time to share your experience, it means so much! – The team at Ivy Rehab PT, Rhinebeck ★★★★★ From the second you pull into the parking lot you feel welcomed, accommodated and cared for. These guys just “get it” and are committed to helping you reach your goals. Hobble till you can run to this place, they are so worth it!Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Conshohocken ★★★★★ I worked with Cosimo for tendonitis in my left shoulder and he was great! He was very thorough and really listened to me and he made sure I was always comfortable and not in pain. Very good and knowledgeablephysical therapist and a nice person too! Everyone at Excel in Hackensack is very friendly and helpful and the place is always very clean and organized. I will definitely see Cosimo again if I ever need physical therapy.Response from the ownerHi Deborah, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We’re always happy to hear from our patients and are so glad that you had a good experience with Cosimo. ★★★★★ I like to share Alex, Amy, Lise,V andMckenzie are the best working hard in keepingthe system in place. Working with everyone in a timely matter. Not to rush you but showing new possible or different excerise that can help you inprove your daily health.Response from the ownerThanks so much for the great rating! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Bala Cynwyd – North ★★★★★ When you first walk into Ivy Rehab, you are greeted with a huge smile and kindness from Shannon. She has been an amazing asset to both my progress and the center itself.Due to a diagnosis of advanced degenerative disc disease, and advanced osteoarthritis, I will have continuous future surgeries, and require continuous Physical Therapy. Having been mandated in the past to conduct post surgical physical therapy within the institution where my surgery took place, I can honestly speak to the differences in terms of quality of care.I have worked with Kevin Sandborn for the last year. His willingness to both communicate and listen, has, and will continue to be, a critical part to my continued progress. 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