Pelvic Floor Occupational Therapy
Kate specializes in visceral manipulation of the pelvis, particularly for women who are in the pre and post-partum stages of pregnancy. Pelvic Visceral Manipulation targets adhesions of the reproductive organs, surrounding ligaments, muscles, joints and support structures of the pelvis, abdomen, hips and lower back. Releasing this area of the body helps women who are trying to conceive, experience painful periods, and are recovering from birth. Before pregnancy, Pelvic Manipulation will strengthen the pelvic floor and core, preparing the body for carrying a child and will also address discomfort or pain during sex that could make conception difficult or become more painful during pregnancy. After birth Pelvic Manipulation helps to restore strength to the pelvic floor, can help resolve issues of incontinence, Diastasis Recti, pain in the pelvic area, uterine prolapse and can prevent C-section scars from healing in a way that causes adhesions and pain.
This form of therapy is traditionally known as Pelvic Floor Therapy. Pelvic manipulation (stated above) is an added modality that has positive effects in treating pelvic floor dysfunction. Kate has attended Herman and Wallace classes which enable her to treat pelvic floor dysfunction.
Accepting Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO and various PPO plans.
Pelvic Manipulation has proven to be effective in addressing a wide range of issues
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Coccydynia (pain in the tailbone)
- Dyspareunia
- Endometriosis
- Hip / Groin Pain
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Crohn’s Disease and other digestive issues
- Muscle Spasms in the Pelvic Floor
- Pudendal Neuralgia
- Prenatal and Postpartum Care
- Post-Surgical Rehab (C-Section, Hysterectomy, Episiotomy, Abdominal or Pelvic Surgeries)
- Organ Prolapse (Bladder Prolapse, Uterine Prolapse)
- Sciatica
- SI Joint Pain or Dysfunction
- Vaginismus (involuntary contractions causing painful sex)
- Vestibulodynia and Vulvodynia (burning, stinging, or rawness of the vulva)
- Urinary Incontinence, Retention, Frequency, and Urgency
- Chronic musculoskeletal pain
- Headaches and Migraines
- Back, hip and knee pain
- Repetitive strain injuries, e.g. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Whiplash and other physical trauma
- Shoulder periarthritis and capsulitis
- Restricted range of motion
- Acid Reflux and Heartburn
- Anxiety and Depression
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder