Have you ever peed yourself a little when running or when you sneeze?!? Please know that this is NOT normal and PT can help! Women’s health is so much more than mammograms, breast health and pap smears. As women, our bodies go through a heck of a lot in a lifetime. We at Fitzgerald PT see women’s health care through the lens of specially trained medical professionals who understand how women’s bodies work differently.
Our specialized Women’s Health Physical Therapists evaluate and treat the musculoskeletal disorders that may occur to women throughout their lifespan, with specialized understanding of the physiological differences and the impact of hormones on their condition and recovery. The health concerns of women are as varied as the women themselves and can include everyone from young athletes to postmenopausal women.
There are some conditions that women may be hesitant to discuss with their health care providers. The good news is that incontinence, pelvic and/or SI joint pain, diastis rectis, and many other conditions are treatable. Physical therapy offers solutions that do not involve surgery or long-term use of prescribed medicines.
Pregnancy
Pregnancy and delivery places an enormous strain on a woman’s body. There is strong research showing that skilled physical therapy can significantly reduce pregnancy-related back and pelvic pain and improve quality of life. Difficult deliveries may result in pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, or incontinence. Physical therapy can improve the stability of the pelvis to eliminate pain and incontinence, often preventing the need for surgery or medication.
We specifically treat:
Pelvic Pain & Sexual Dysfunction:
- Vulvodynia
- Vaginismus
- Vestibulitis
- Dyspareunia (painful penetration)
- Painful intercourse
- Painful orgasm
- Pudendal neuralgia
- Rectal/ vaginal pain
- Endometriosis pain
- Levator ani syndrome
Bowel & Bladder Dysfunction:
- Urinary urge/frequency
- Urinary hesitancy
- Interstitial Cystitis (IC)
- Urinary incontinence
- Fecal incontinence
- Constipation
- Painful voiding/ bowel movements
- Pelvic floor dyssynergia
General Pelvic Dysfunction:
- Coccyx (tailbone) pain
- Sacroiliac joint pain
- Low back pain
- Hip pain
Pregnancy & Post-partum:
- Diastasis recti
- C-section scar pain
- Episiotomy pain
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Core weakness
- SI joint pain
- Back pain
- Hip pain
At Fitzgerald PT, we have highly specialized physical therapists who evaluate and treat conditions that specifically affect women. We design treatment plans for each woman’s needs, challenges, and goals. We now treat patients in both our Woburn and Melrose locations!
We’d also like to introduce you to the amazing PT’s at our practice who specialize in Women’s Health:
Stop putting off the help you need and come see us! Did you know that you didn’t need a prescription from a Physician to receive Physical Therapy? We want to help you feel better.
Visit our website here to learn more. Or easily book your appointment online now!
