Is Pelvic Physical Therapy Worth It?
👋 Dr. Tanya Goodrich, PT, DPT – Founder of Healthy Pelvis Physical Therapy
We get this question all the time—and the answer is a resounding yes.
If you:
Leak when you sneeze, laugh, or run 🏃♀️
Avoid exercise for fear of leaking
Feel pressure or pain during intimacy
Constantly scout for the nearest bathroom
Feel "off" post-childbirth or with aging
You’re not alone. These issues are common, but they are not normal—and they are absolutely treatable.
💡 What Is Pelvic Physical Therapy?
At Healthy Pelvis PT, we specialize in restoring pelvic function and confidence. Our five expert pelvic floor therapists serve:
Postpartum and menopausal women
Athletes, dancers, and performers
People recovering from surgery
Anyone aged teens to 80s+
🧠 What to Expect in a Session
Your first visit includes a full-body assessment:
Breathing, posture, movement, alignment
Core and pelvic floor strength, tone, and control
Internal assessment only if you're comfortable and consenting
We look at how your body moves, how you sit, lift, and even how you poop—because pelvic health is whole-body health.
✋ Why We're Different
No cookie-cutter Kegels here.
We combine:
Hands-on manual therapy
Minimal, personalized exercises (just 2–3)
Holistic care for real-life function
We’ll address scar tissue, breathing, fascia, and how your pelvic floor works with your hips, back, and core.
Even one session can give you clarity and a plan.
⏱️ Does It Take Forever?
Nope.
Many patients feel improvement after just a few sessions. The earlier you seek care, the easier your recovery. But it’s never too late—we’ve worked with people in their 80s who say, “I wish I’d known about this years ago.”
📚 Want to Learn More?
Here are trusted reads to dive deeper:
Can Pelvic Floor Therapy Relieve Postpartum Pain?
The New York Times – April 17, 2020
PFPT can help new moms recover from childbirth-related injuries like muscle tears and scar tissue. The article explains PFPT techniques and highlights how postpartum pelvic pain is often dismissed in the U.S., urging women to seek care for persistent discomfort.
Why Men Shouldn’t Ignore Their Pelvic Floors
The New York Times – July 1, 2025
As many as 1 in 6 men may suffer from pelvic floor dysfunction. The article shares a PT’s personal story and explains how PFPT is helping men recover from post-prostatectomy complications, chronic pelvic pain, and sexual dysfunction.
‘Just do Kegels’ Is Tired. What’s Next for This Hot Women’s Health Market?
Los Angeles Times – May 30, 2023
Explores rising interest in pelvic health and the severe shortage of PFPT providers. Highlights how countries like France offer routine postpartum PFPT, contrasting with gaps in U.S. care and calling for more access and education.
What Is the Pelvic Floor and How Pandemic Life Could Be Harming Yours
Washington Post – August 19, 2021
Pandemic stress and prolonged sitting have triggered more pelvic floor dysfunction. The article explains symptoms and how PFPT can help retrain weak or overactive pelvic muscles in both women and men.
A Modest Proposal to Save Mothers’ Lives
The Atlantic – November 1, 2023
Advocates for automatic PFPT evaluations after childbirth, like in France. Argues that physical therapy should be routine for recovery from labor trauma, helping prevent long-term issues.
Finding Solutions to Bladder Problems That Often Come With Age and Childbirth
Washington Post – September 19, 2022
Discusses stress incontinence and bladder control problems. Highlights PFPT—including Kegels and muscle retraining—as a first-line treatment, especially postpartum.
It Turns Out There’s a Right and Wrong Way to Pee
Washington Post – July 28, 2025
Breaks down unhealthy urination habits and how they affect the pelvic floor. Recommends PFPT to retrain voiding posture, relax tight muscles, and prevent chronic bladder dysfunction.
What to Do If You Have an Overactive Bladder
Washington Post – June 30, 2025
Outlines treatment options for overactive bladder, with PFPT—including guided Kegels and behavioral training—as a foundational approach before medication or surgery.
I Had a Kid. Will My Bladder Ever Be Normal?
New York Magazine (The Cut) – August 28, 2015
Explores postpartum urinary issues and how PFPT and tools like vaginal weights were prescribed to retrain muscles. Normalizes seeking help instead of accepting symptoms as inevitable.
Living With a Disease That Feels Like a Never‑ending UTI
New York Magazine (The Cut) – July 3, 2018
A personal account of chronic pelvic pain misdiagnosed as infection. Internal PFPT, including trigger-point therapy and manual release, led to meaningful relief—highlighting PFPT’s role in pain management.
💬 Final Word
Pelvic floor therapy isn’t just worth it—it can be life-changing. If something feels “off,” don’t wait. Let’s get you moving, living, and feeling better.
📍We’re here when you’re ready.