Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
on the North Shore
We are pelvic floor experts treating perineal scar pain, low back pain, pelvic pain, incontinence, constipation, chronic pain, prolapse, pain with sex, tailbone pain, and more. We find the root cause to give you lasting relief
“Liz is wonderful!! She helped me through some very rough patches of awful tailbone pain after childbirth. 10/10 would recommend for pelvic floor PT.” - Laura Klein
“Kate was absolutely thorough and thoughtful! She took into consideration all aspects of what was occurring, and made sure I had the correct exercises to help in my situation. It is a customized and unique plan that she creates for each one of her patients! You cannot ask for a better person with whom to work to solve your issues! She truly listens and works with you to be successful!” - Carol Carlson
You don’t have to suffer with pelvic health concerns, we’re here to find the root cause of your symptoms and give you lasting relief.
Pelvic health impacts every aspect of our lives. Many of our clients come to us with a number of pelvic health concerns and wondering if anyone can help. That’s where we come in. When multiple pelvic health symptoms are present, they are usually interrelated and connected. That’s why you should find an expert to help you find the root cause and resolve all of your symptoms once and for all. Only have one symptom? We can find your root cause too!
Pelvic Health Therapy for you
Whether you are experiencing pelvic pain, bladder issues, bowel issues, pain with intercourse, prolapse, or pain you cannot explain we are here to help you resolve your symptoms and achieve long-term results. No matter how complex, or how simple, you think your symptoms are. We are up to the task. This is what we do! We are skilled at finding the important pieces of the puzzle to determine your “why”.
Even if you have been told nothing can be done, or been treated elsewhere first, without results. We would be happy to show you the New Journey difference!
I began working with Nadia with some hesitancy, having previously tried physical therapy without any success. She is easy to work with, clearly knowledgeable in her field, and always explains the “why” behind her guidance. Highly recommend! - Amy Bricker
Pelvic Pain
Persistent pelvic, hip, low back, or tailbone pain require a specialized whole-body approach to find the root causes help you see the results you need to feel your best. Many people with pelvic pain feel lost after months, or years, of searching for answers. Our medical system that seems ill prepared to help offering only medication to mask symptoms or risky surgery which may not work.
When pelvic pain is present, it’s easy to lose hope, but we’re here to give you hope again.
We specialize in treating:
Tailbone Pain (Coccydnia or Coccyx Pain)
Painful Intercourse
Piriformis syndrome
Vaginismus
Endometriosis
Vulvodynia
Pelvic Venous Disorders
Levator Ani Syndrome
Pudendal neuralgia
Don’t see your diagnosis? Don’t have a diagnosis? That’s ok, give us a call or send a message, one of our team members can answer questions related to your specific care.
Urinary Health
Urinary issues can have you running to the bathroom, embarrassed to workout (or even spend time with friends in public), or leave you in pain. We’re here to help, by finding the root cause of your unique symptoms. We use customized exercise programs (not just Kegels) to address your pelvic floor muscle function and improve the coordination of your pelvic floor with the rest of your core, and body. Your plan is for you, developed to address the root causes of of your urinary symptoms
We’re here to help you get control of your urinary symptoms, so your bladder is no longer controlling you.
We specialize in treating:
Overactive Bladder
Urinary Frequency
Stress Incontinence
Urge Incontinence
Painful bladder syndrome
Interstitial cystitis
Urinary urgency
And more!
Don’t see your diagnosis? Don’t have a diagnosis? That’s ok, give us a call or send a message, one of our team members can answer questions related to your specific care.
Bowel Health
Bowel dysfunction is complex. Healthy bowel function relies on normal sensation, awareness, and response to the material present in the rectum. In order to release stool from the rectum, you need coordination of your abdominal muscles, diaphragm, and pelvic floor. We help you understand and respond reliably to bowel sensation, regain control to stop gas and feces from leaking, and have easier bowel movements by improving colonic movement and coordinating release of stool.
We’re here to help you have consistent and reliable bowel movements, without pain.
We specialize in treating:
Pain with Bowel Movements
Constipation
Bowel Incontinence
Fecal Leakage
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Hemorrhoids
Fissures
Anal pain, burning, itching
Abdominal pain and bloating
And more!
Don’t see your diagnosis? Don’t have a diagnosis? That’s ok, give us a call or send a message, one of our team members can answer questions related to your specific care.
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Pelvic organ prolapse symptoms often present as a feeling of pelvic pressure or something falling out through your vagina or rectum. Depending on the type of prolapse you can experience urinary issues, bowel issues, pelvic pain, or back pain as well. We help improve muscular support, pressure management, tissue sensitivity, and use pessaries when indicated to improve fascial support and symptoms.
We help you keep your organs on the inside, where they belong!
Common Prolapse Diagnoses
Cystocele
Rectocele
Enterocele
Uterine Prolapse
Urethral Prolapse
Rectal Prolapse
Don’t see your diagnosis? Don’t have a diagnosis? That’s ok, give us a call or send a message, one of our team members can answer questions related to your specific care.
Common Prolapse Symptoms
Pelvic heaviness (even if not always present
Something falling or bulging at the vagina or rectum
Bowel or bladder urgency or frequency
Frequent nighttime urination
Difficulty emptying bladder or bowel
Sexual Health
Sex is a normal and healthy part of life. It should be enjoyable for all parties involved whether your desired sexual activity includes external play or penetration. You should enjoy yourself and not experience pain whether you are participating in manual, oral, vaginal, anal or all of the above. Many people go through a phase of of life that includes decreased sexual pleasure or pain with sexual activities. Pain during sexual activities is usually due to overactivity of pelvic floor muscles or perineal scar restrictions. Decreased sensation is often due to vaginal laxity.
You have come to the right place. New Journey Physical Therapy is prepared to discuss and address your sexual health in a non judgmental environment. We are sex positive, trauma informed practice here to support you on your journey to enjoyable sex.
We specialize in treating:
Pain with penetration (vaginal or anal)
Painful orgasm
Decreased vaginal sensation
Persistent genital arousal
Changes in sexual pleasure and function due to menopause or postpartum
Vaginismus
Perineal scar restrictions
Decreased intensity or enjoyment of orgasm
Inability to participate in desired sexual activities
Clitoral pain
Pain related to trauma
Don’t see your diagnosis? Don’t have a diagnosis? That’s ok, give us a call or send a message, one of our team members can answer questions related to your specific care.
Perimenopause & Menopause Support
Perimenopause can begin as early as your mid-30s, bringing changes in urinary, sexual, bowel, and overall physical health. Changes in hormone levels change more than your menstrual cycle. Changes in your hormonal cycle also affects your ligaments, muscles, bones, fascia, vaginal lubrication, vaginal tissue health, tissue extensibility, and tissue sensitivity.
Pelvic floor therapy can help by improving core coordination (hips, spinal support muscles, pelvic floor, and abdominal muscles), decreasing tissue sensitivity, improving blood flow to the pelvic floor, and changing life lifelong habits that are not working for you in your next stage of life.
New Journey Physical Therapy is here to help you feel better so you can thrive in this next phase of life.
We specialize in treating:
Hip pain
Low back pain
Urinary urgency
Changes in sexual pleasure and function due to menopause
Urinary frequency
Urinary incontinence
Pelvic organ prolapse
Bowel issues
Pudendal neuralgia
Don’t see your diagnosis? Don’t have a diagnosis? That’s ok, give us a call or send a message, one of our team members can answer questions related to your specific care.
Can you really help me?
Are your symptoms between your belly button and your mid-thigh? Then we can probably help. Our patient care coordinators are prepared to answer any questions you have about our clinic and the care you will receive here. Call now to find out more.
What should I expect at pelvic floor therapy?
Every new evaluation starts with an unrushed conversation about your current symptoms and goals for treatment. You can expect to receive a full body evaluation. We will likely uncover more valuable information over your first few sessions. This helps us uncover the root causes of your symptoms, to address all related factors and ensure long-term relief.
How long will it take to feel better?
Our goal is to help you feel better as soon as possible, but it’s hard to estimate your exact timeline prior to your evaluation. It can take a few visits to determine how your body is going to respond to treatment and ensure we have uncovered all related root causes. We are passionate about not putting a bandaid on your symptoms and instead giving you lasting long-term relief.
What if I tried pelvic floor therapy without results in the past?
Not all pelvic floor therapy is created equal, at New Journey Physical Therapy we specialize in pelvic health. This means we spent extensive time advancing our skills. We are constantly keeping reading research and advancing our skills in pelvic health. We are confident in our ability to help, even if you haven’t seen improvement with other pelvic therapy. Our thorough evaluation process to uncover the root causes of your symptoms allows us to develop a customized treatment plan to fully reach your goals. Decreasing symptoms or masking them is not enough.
Don't see your issues listed? Our specialists have seen just about everything. Our team members can answer any questions about your specific case call or message to find out how we can help!
Why New Journey?
Because we’ve seen it before. This is what our experts do, all day long, and that makes a big difference in the care we can provide.
I started going to New Journey Physical Place Therapy for prenatal care. Liz is amazing and makes me feel comfortable and more confident as I journey through my first pregnancy. I highly recommend!! - Veronica Marin
If you are hoping to have an easier birth and return back to a sense of normalcy postpartum, I highly recommend New Journey Physical Therapy! - Courtney Bass Sherizan