How We Treat Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
At Holistic Physical Therapy and Pilates, we combine advanced physical therapy methods with a holistic understanding of how the body, mind, and nervous system work together. Our goal is to address not just symptoms, but the root causes of pelvic floor dysfunction — whether they’re physical, emotional, or a mix of both.
Every pelvic floor therapy session is tailored to your unique history, body patterns, and comfort level. Healing begins with awareness, gentle connection, and the right environment for your body to trust and release.
Comprehensive Pelvic Floor Evaluation
Your first visit includes a thorough evaluation of posture, breathing, movement, muscle coordination, and pelvic alignment. We discuss your symptoms, history, and lifestyle to understand how your body developed its current patterns.
When appropriate, we may include an internal pelvic floor assessment to evaluate muscle tone, coordination, trigger points, or areas of restriction. Internal work is always done with your full consent, clear communication, and at your own pace.
This personalized assessment allows us to design a plan that addresses your specific needs — from pain reduction and improved muscle control to relaxation and nervous-system regulation.
Techniques We Use in Treatment
Our pelvic floor therapy sessions blend gentle manual therapy and myofascial release to ease restrictions in muscles, fascia, and connective tissue that may contribute to pain or dysfunction. We may work internally or externally on the pelvic floor, hips, or abdomen to improve circulation and alignment.
Nerve and fascial mobilization techniques help calm irritation and restore natural nerve gliding, while pelvic floor muscle re-education teaches how to contract and relax with the breath for better control and comfort.
Integrated breathwork and vagus nerve regulation help the body shift into a parasympathetic, “rest and digest” state, supporting nervous system balance.
When appropriate, we may incorporate shockwave therapy (SWT) to promote tissue regeneration, release adhesions, and enhance circulation—especially beneficial for Peyronie’s disease, post-prostatectomy recovery, or chronic pelvic pain—as well as laser therapy to reduce inflammation and support cellular healing.
Finally, movement, posture, and core integration bring it all together through functional strengthening, gentle Pilates-based exercises, and breath-supported coordination—helping you feel grounded, strong, and confident in your body.
What Makes Our Approach Different
Pelvic floor therapy here is never just about the muscles. It’s about your entire system — physical, emotional, and energetic.
We recognize that pain and dysfunction often have multiple layers, including stored stress or emotional tension. As your body releases physical restriction, it often finds psychosomatic relief as well.
Our space is designed to be safe, private, and supportive, so you can heal without judgment or discomfort.
Who Can Benefit
Women recovering postpartum or after gynecologic surgery
Men after prostate surgery or with chronic pelvic pain
Individuals with pelvic pain, dyspareunia, constipation, or incontinence
People seeking balance, confidence, and body awareness
Anyone ready to reconnect with their body and restore natural function
Your Healing Journey
At Holistic Physical Therapy, we understand how vulnerable you can feel talking openly about it. So we have private, comfortable treatment rooms where we can talk and treat confidentially.
Healing is not a one-size-fits-all process. Our goal is to meet you where you are and guide you toward the best version of your health — one session, one breath, and one movement at a time.