faqs about pelvic floor physical therapy

Yes! Pelvic floor PT isn’t just for postpartum moms. It can help women of all ages who have had children or not improve issues like pain with sex, urinary leaking, constipation, and more.

We will need a place to sit and discuss your symptoms with Dr. Emily, such as your kitchen table or living room furniture. We will also need space for her table to be set up (about 3×7ft) and 1-2 pillows.

Wear comfortable clothing you can move in. If an internal pelvic floor exam is performed, you’ll undress from the waist down and will be draped with a sheet to maintain your privacy and comfort.

A pelvic floor physical therapy internal exam involves a vaginal and/or rectal assessment to check pelvic floor muscle strength, tone, coordination, and identify any areas of pain or dysfunction. The exam is always done with your informed consent and is used to guide your personalized treatment plan. Please feel free to ask Dr. Emily any questions before, during, or after your session.

No, you do not have to have an internal exam in order to do pelvic floor therapy. The most important part of physical therapy is informed consent! You and Dr. Emily will create your treatment plan together and only use treatment techniques that you are comfortable with.

Yes! You're welcome to bring your partner, friend, or family member to your appointment.

In general, Dr. Emily will drive within 15 mi radius of the 75204 zip code. This includes: Frisco, McKinney, Richardson, Plano, Carrollton, Dallas, Irving, Arlington, Oak Cliff, and more.