Pelvic Health Therapy
Pelvic Health Occupational Therapy
Serving Whitefish, Montana
Compassionate, Convenient Care for Your Whole Body
Pelvic health issues affect both the body and the mind. Whether you are pre or post-partum, recovering from pelvic surgery, dealing with incontinence, sex and intimacy issues, or managing chronic pelvic pain, we understand how important it is to have a safe and comfortable environment that supports your healing. Our occupational therapy services give you the tools and support to create spaces that enhance your recovery while promoting your physical, emotional, and social well-being. We offer stress free appointments either in clinic or in the comfort of your own home.
COMMON PELVIC HEALTH CONCERNS IN WHITEFISH, MONTANA
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
Hypotonic Pelvic Floor (weak pelvic floor muscles): Can cause incontinence (urinary and fecal), prolapse, and sexual dysfunction. Therapy focuses on strengthening exercises and improving coordination of pelvic floor muscles.
Hypertonic Pelvic Floor (overactive or tight pelvic muscles): Symptoms include pelvic pain, painful intercourse (dyspareunia), urinary retention, and constipation. Treatment may involve relaxation techniques, trigger point release, and stretches
Urinary Incontinence
Stress Incontinence: Leaking urine with physical activity like coughing, laughing, or exercising. Therapy often includes pelvic floor strengthening and bladder training.
Urge Incontinence: Frequent, sudden urges to urinate that may result in leakage. Therapy can involve bladder retraining, pelvic floor relaxation, and neuromuscular reeducation.
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Prolapse occurs when pelvic organs (bladder, uterus, rectum) descend due to weakened pelvic floor muscles. Therapy focuses on strengthening the pelvic floor muscles, managing intra-abdominal pressure, and educating on body mechanics.
Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia)
This can be caused by pelvic floor muscle tightness, scarring, or inflammation. Therapy often involves myofascial release, relaxation exercises, and education to reduce pain during sex.
Pre & Postpartum Pelvic Health
We offer push prep to optimize your pelvic health during pregnancy and help ease your birth experience and postpartum services. After childbirth, women may experience pelvic floor weakness, diastasis recti, incontinence, or difficulty returning to intimacy. Pre and postpartum pelvic health therapy helps with pelvic floor rehabilitation, strengthening, core recovery, and lifestyle/environmental modifications to optimize function and overall quality of life.
Constipation & Fecal Incontinence
Pelvic floor dysfunction can contribute to constipation, difficulty passing stools, or fecal incontinence. Therapy may include nervous system management, pelvic floor retraining, and manual therapy.
Vulvodynia and Vestibulitis
Chronic pain in the vulvar region. Pelvic health therapists often use desensitization techniques, myofascial release, and core strengthening to reduce pain and discomfort.
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Often related to pelvic floor dysfunction, chronic pelvic pain can arise from conditions like endometriosis, interstitial cystitis, PCOS, or pelvic inflammatory disease. Pelvic therapy may include manual therapy, relaxation techniques, and nervous system management.
Sex and Intimacy
Pelvic health therapy aims to address pain, weakness, or hypertonicity of the pelvic floor, as well as facilitate improved intimate interactions with your partner, difficulty with reaching orgasm, decreased or mismatched arousal levels, and body awareness and relaxation techniques to improve overall sexual function.
Pre- and Post-Surgical Pelvic Health (e.g., After a Hysterectomy, C-Section, or Pelvic Surgery)
Rehabilitation after surgery can focus on regaining pelvic floor strength, improving bladder and bowel control, and reducing pelvic pain.
Therapists often use a combination of approaches, including manual therapy, nervous system management, strengthening exercises, posture and body mechanics correction and ergonomics, and patient education to treat these conditions effectively.
At Northern Lights Functional Therapy we believe in THRIVING, not just surviving after giving birth. Here’s how we help:
Eliminate leaking naturally
Your pelvic floor is like any other muscle in your body. It needs to be able to move over a range of motion. Most leaking is resolved after we work on restoring your pelvic floor’s natural range of motion.
Enjoy intimacy again
Experiencing pelvic pain is incredibly common post-partum. But, with our holistic approach and innovative strategies we can help reduce the pain symptoms and give you a wide variety of techniques to start enjoying intimacy again. No matter how long it’s been.
Discover the Northern Lights Functional Therapy Difference: Where Expert Care Meets Personal Touch
Our clinic isn't just about treatments; it's about creating a personalized healing experience that resonates with your unique needs, especially during the transformative post-partum period. We understand that choosing a pelvic health specialist is a significant decision, and it's essential to find a place where you feel understood, cared for, and confident in the expertise provided. Below are the top reasons why our clinic stands out as the premier choice for mothers seeking specialized, compassionate pelvic health care.
Focused Expertise in Pelvic Health: We're not just any clinic; we specialize in pelvic health. Our advanced training means you're getting care that's tailored, precise, and effective.
Consistent, Personalized Care: Every time you visit, you'll see the same therapist. This consistency means we really get to know you and your journey, providing care that feels familiar and reassuring.
A Welcoming Healing Space: Our clinic is more than just a treatment center; it's a comfortable, calming place where healing feels natural. We've created an environment that supports your recovery journey.
Full-Hour, Focused Sessions: Each session with us is a full hour dedicated to you. This means more time for treatment, more attention to your needs, and a quicker path to feeling better.
Empowering You with Knowledge: We do more than treat symptoms; we educate and empower. You'll leave not just feeling better, but also equipped with the knowledge to maintain and improve your pelvic health.
Specialized Care, Real Results: Our approach is like the detailed work of a skilled specialist. We offer precise, effective treatments that make a real difference in your recovery and overall well-being.
Proactive Health Decision: Choosing our clinic is a proactive step towards better health. It's about not settling for discomfort or delay, but taking control and moving towards a healthier, stronger you.
Feel like yourself again
Being a Mom takes its toll physically and emotionally. We know that the answer isn’t to just give you a set of exercises and send you on your way. We work with you on strategies to move pain-free, feel less overwhelmed, and more confident in your new role. And we do it in a way that fits into YOUR lifestyle.
