Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

We are excited to announce that MOMENTUM Physical Therapy, here in Okotoks, now offers Pelvic Floor Physio for Women!

Pelvic floor physiotherapy is effective at helping women with urinary incontinence, urinary urgency, pelvic pain, and pelvic organ prolapse. It is also recommended that women who have recently delivered a child see a pelvic floor physiotherapist to ensure pelvic floor health and proper function. Learn more about pelvic floor physio <here>.

Catherine Stoyles, MOMENTUM Physiotherapist, has completed advanced training and is offering pelvic floor physiotherapy out of our clinic in one of our private rooms. She is qualified to perform internal and external exams and treatments and is an excellent resource for your pelvic floor health.

If you pee when you laugh or jump, have any pelvic floor pain, or have recently had a child, call MOMENTUM today to find out how we can help keep your pelvic floor healthy.

FAQs- Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy:

What happens at a pelvic floor physio appointment?

Your physiotherapist will be working with you one-on-one for the entire duration of your pelvic floor physiotherapy appointment. She will:

  • Conduct all assessment and treatment, one-on-one, in a private treatment room

  • Take your medical history to ensure understanding of what is occurring

  • Screen out conditions that may require medical intervention and will inform your doctor of any findings - with your consent

  • Discuss your lifestyle needs

  • Perform a thorough physical assessment which may include examination of your back, pelvis, sacrum, pelvic floor muscles, and nerve function

  • The gold standard for conducting a pelvic floor assessment includes completing an internal vaginal and/or rectal exam. An internal exam is done by our pelvic floor physiotherapist inserting one gloved finger into the vaginal or rectal canal. This allows her to fully assess the strength and function of your pelvic floor muscles and organs.

  • Prescribe an individualized treatment plan that will include one-on-one treatments, and custom exercises to ensure you reach optimal success!

Do I Need a Doctor Referral to Receive Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Treatment?

No! As with all physiotherapy services in Alberta, a doctor referral is not required to access services. All pelvic floor assessments and treatments are also eligible for direct billing to your extended health benefit plan, should you have additional benefits through your employer. MOMENTUM is happy to offer direct billing to most insurance companies.