Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Pelvic PT helps women and men reconnect with their bodies, reduce pain, restore function, and feel confident again.
Pelvic floor PT can help with bladder or bowel symptoms, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, pregnancy and postpartum changes, prostate concerns, or symptoms you have been told are just part of life.
At Envision Pelvic Health & Wellness, pelvic PT is never rushed, never cookie cutter, and never limited to just one muscle group. Our pelvic therapists treat women and men across the lifespan using a whole-body, evidence-based approach so you can move, feel, and live better.
What Is Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy?
Pelvic floor physical therapy, often called pelvic PT, is a specialized form of physical therapy that focuses on the muscles, nerves, joints, and connective tissues of the pelvis, and how they work with the rest of your body.
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that supports the bladder and bowel in both women and men, and plays a major role in reproductive and sexual function. These muscles are also essential for:
Bladder and bowel control
Sexual health and function
Core stability and posture
Pregnancy and postpartum recovery for women
Prostate health and recovery for men
Breathing and nervous system regulation
When the pelvic floor is too tight, too weak, uncoordinated, or not responding at the right time, symptoms can appear. Pelvic PT may help with bladder leaks, pelvic pain, pain with sex, erectile dysfunction, pelvic pressure, or low back pain.
Pelvic floor PT is not just Kegels, and it is not only internal work. A pelvic therapist may use:
Education and body awareness
Hands on manual therapy, external and or internal, only with consent
Breathing and nervous system regulation
Functional strengthening and movement retraining
Postural and orthopedic assessment
Our goal as pelvic therapists is to treat the root cause, not just manage symptoms.
Who Can Benefit from Pelvic Floor PT?
Pelvic floor PT can benefit women and men of all ages and life stages.
You may benefit from working with a pelvic therapist if you are:
Leaking urine when coughing, sneezing, running, or jumping
Experiencing urinary urgency or difficulty emptying
Struggling with constipation or bowel control
Experiencing pain with sex or intimacy
Dealing with pelvic, testicular, penile, vaginal, or rectal pain
Pregnant and wanting to prepare your body for birth
Postpartum and unsure what recovery should feel like
Preparing for or recovering from prostate surgery
Trying to conceive or undergoing fertility treatments
Managing chronic hip, groin, or low back pain
An athlete wanting to return to sport confidently
Pelvic PT is for both women and men. You do not need to be postpartum, leaking, or in severe pain to benefit from pelvic floor physical therapy.
Conditions We Treat with Pelvic Floor PT
Pelvic floor physical therapy addresses a wide range of concerns in women and men, including:
What Makes Pelvic Floor PT Different from Regular Physical Therapy?
Pelvic floor physical therapists receive advanced training beyond traditional physical therapy education. This allows pelvic therapists to assess and treat conditions that general PT often cannot.
Pelvic PT training includes:
Specialized pelvic floor muscle assessment
Internal and external treatment options
Male and female pelvic anatomy across the lifespan
Nervous system and stress-related pelvic symptoms
Pregnancy, postpartum, and prostate care
Pelvic pain and complex pelvic conditions
Scar tissue and surgical recovery
Bladder, bowel, and sexual health conditions
Continuing education
Advanced certifications
Professional pelvic health conferences
Pelvic floor PT is always consent based and trauma informed. Nothing is done without your understanding and permission, and internal exams are never required.
Not All Pelvic Floor PT Is the Same
Many patients come to us after being told by their medical provider or trying pelvic PT elsewhere and being told:
Just do your Kegels
This is normal after childbirth, surgery, or with aging
You will just have to live with it
Some pelvic floor PT clinics offer short visits, exercise only programs, or one size fits all protocols.
At Envision, we believe pelvic floor PT for women and men deserves time, expertise, and individualized care from a pelvic therapist who truly specializes in this work.
Why Choose Envision Pelvic Health and Wellness for Pelvic PT?
We created Envision to provide high quality pelvic floor PT in a calm, supportive, and expert environment.
What sets our pelvic therapists apart:
60-minute, one-on-one pelvic PT sessions
Care that is never rushed
Whole body, individualized treatment plans
Evidence based pelvic floor physical therapy
A private, welcoming clinic environment
Collaboration with your healthcare team
Education so you understand your body and recovery
Meet Our Pelvic Therapists
Our team specializes in pelvic floor physical therapy for women and men.
Each pelvic therapist brings advanced pelvic health training and a commitment to personalized care.
Dr. Erika Darbro
Dr. Alison Saum
Dr. Kelly StevensWhat to Expect at Your First Pelvic PT Visit
Your first pelvic floor PT visit focuses on listening, education, and building a plan that fits your body and goals.
You can expect:
A detailed conversation with your pelvic therapist
A whole-body assessment
Education about pelvic floor function
Hands on treatment only with consent
A personalized pelvic PT plan
You are always in control of your care.
All appointments are 60 minutes, one-on-one with a specialized pelvic therapist
Payment, Insurance and Reimbursement
Envision Pelvic Health and Wellness is an out-of-network provider for pelvic floor PT for women and men. This allows our pelvic therapists to provide longer visits and individualized care.
We offer:
Transparent pricing
Superbills for potential reimbursement
HSA and FSA acceptance
Learn more on our Payment and Reimbursement page.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Our pelvic therapists specialize in pelvic floor PT for women and men.
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In most cases, no referral is required to start pelvic floor PT. Illinois is a direct access state, which means you can see a pelvic therapist without a physician referral. Some insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement, but we are happy to help you navigate that process if needed.
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No. Pelvic floor PT is much more than internal assessment or treatment. Pelvic therapists take a whole-body approach that may include external and internal techniques, mobility work, breathing, exercise, and education. Internal treatment is never required and is only performed with your full consent.
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Your first visit focuses on listening, education, and assessment. Your pelvic therapist will review your history, discuss your goals, perform a whole-body evaluation, and begin treatment as appropriate. You are always in control of your care.
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Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move easily. You do not need to wear anything special, and you will never be asked to change unless it supports your comfort and treatment.
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Pelvic PT can be beneficial at any point during pregnancy and postpartum. Many patients start around six weeks postpartum, though some begin earlier or later depending on goals and recovery.
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Getting started with pelvic floor PT is simple. You can fill out the contact form on our website and our team will reach out to you, schedule a free discovery call to ask questions and see if pelvic PT is the right fit, or if you are ready to begin, book your pelvic floor PT evaluation online today. You are also welcome to call or text our clinic and we will be happy to help you take the next step.
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Envision Pelvic Health & Wellness is an out-of-network provider. This allows our pelvic therapists to offer longer, one-on-one pelvic floor PT sessions and highly individualized care. We provide superbills after each visit that you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement, and we accept HSA and FSA funds. Coverage and reimbursement vary by plan, and our team is happy to help you understand your benefits and options.
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The frequency of pelvic PT depends on your symptoms, goals, and life stage. After your evaluation, your pelvic therapist will create a personalized treatment plan and recommend a visit frequency that best supports your recovery and progress.
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Every body is different. Some patients notice improvement within a few visits, while others require more time. Your pelvic therapist will regularly reassess progress and adjust your plan as needed.
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Yes. You can still attend pelvic floor PT during your period, and treatment can be modified based on your comfort.
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Yes. Babies and support people are welcome. If you plan to bring someone, letting us know ahead of time can help us prepare.
