The short answer: Yes! 

The long answer is we rarely have someone come in for an evaluation that won't benefit from pelvic floor therapy. 

If you are curious if we are able to help your symptoms or are not sure if you need to see your doctor first, reach out to us via email or give us a call. We will happily provide you with a complimentary phone consultation to determine if physical therapy, including dry needling or pelvic health treatment, is right for you. 

You can also check out this list of diagnoses we treat to see if your symptoms are listed. 

We treat EVERYbody and everyBODY! No matter what your gender identity and expression is, we are here to help. So, YES, we treat men and penis-owners for pelvic floor physical therapy at Pelvic Pride Physical Therapy.

Yes! We are happy to offer physical therapy treatment to patients who have undergone gender affirmation surgery.  This includes addressing scar tissue and range of motion limitations with top surgery as well as scar tissue, pain, and sensitivity from phalloplasty, metoidioplasty or vaginoplasty (including dilator protocols).  Treatment in a trauma-informed, safe space should be available to all patients.  

Curious to learn more? Check out more about our Gender Affirming Care here.

Yes! Occupational therapists (OTs) are likeminded rehab providers who are a great addition to the world of pelvic floor therapy. 

While the training in school for PTs & OTs looks different, the end result is rehab providers who focus on providing whole-body, holistic care intended to improve function, mechanics, and structure to meet our patients' goals. 

Both undergo extensive training in the assessment and treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction to be able to call ourselves experts in the field. 

Learn more about how OTs work with pelvic floor patients here.

During your first visit we will perform a comprehensive evaluation of your current symptoms to determine the cause and contributing factors. As a result, we will establish an evidence-based, patient-centered plan of care to return you to your best self. 

To do this effectively, we ask that you complete your intake paperwork prior to your visit, wear loose fitting or workout clothes, and bring a list of questions you may have.

Curious to know more about treatment? Check out The Four Pillars of Pelvic Health

or The 3 Treatment Methods of Pelvic Therapy

Your pelvic health evaluation will occur in a welcoming, private setting to allow you to discuss your symptoms and ask questions in a safe and judgement-free zone. Once we have had an in-depth conversation about your health history and current situation, we will perform our hands-on pelvic examination. We will use manual palpation (touch) to assess various muscles and soft tissue which may include external and/or internal pelvic floor musculature for pain, guarding, strength, and endurance. You are in complete control of this and your consent will always be obtained first. If you are not ready for an internal examination during the first visit that is okay. We will discuss all possible options and determine what is best for you.

Each person is different and will require a different treatment plan. Many factors go into your recovery including your health history, current symptom duration, your lifestyle outside of therapy and your commitment to rehabilitation. During your first visit we will discuss your expected treatment plan while taking into consideration your specific situation and availability to set you up for success. Most patients notice improvements in a few visits.

Of course! We are here to support you in any way we can to ensure you receive the care you need. Sometimes that means welcoming your little one into the session to make sure we continue making progress. We also offer telehealth sessions if you need to stay home when your kiddo is feeling under the weather. 

No need to worry about picking out a therapist before you call. Our Patient Care Coordinator will help you schedule with the best provider based on the concerns that are bringing you to therapy. 

Each of our clinicians brings their own unique treatment philosphy to the clinic that has been crafted with years of experience working with pelvic floor patients. Regardless of who you see, you are in expert hands at Pelvic Pride.

We work hard to ensure we can see patients as soon as possible. While some appointment spots (like early morning and after work) tend to fill more quickly, we have a variety of times to fit your schedule. 

We don't want our schedule to stop you from getting the care you need, especially with time sensitive issues like pregnancy or pre-op. Oftentimes we are able to schedule a new evaluation within the same week. 

Pelvic Pride is an out-of-network clinic and each session is paid for at time of service via debit/credit card, FSA (flexible spending account) or HSA (health savings account) card. We will provide you with a ‘superbill’ to self-submit for reimbursement by your insurance company.  While  all services provided by Pelvic Pride are covered under out-of-network benefits by insurance, Pelvic Pride does not guarantee reimbursement by insurance companies. 

Find out more about why we chose to be an out-of-network clinic.

No, Maryland is a direct access state and does not require a referral from your doctor to be seen by a physical therapist. 

This means if you see a video on Tik Tok and think "that's me!", sprain a muscle over the weekend or wake up with a pain from how you slept there is no need to schedule a visit with your primary care provider just to be sent to physical therapy. You have the choice to be seen by a physical therapist first. 

We will always perform an evaluation and if it is determined that we are not the correct provider we will work to make sure you are seen by the right person. 

Once you have scheduled your evaluation appointment at Pelvic Pride, we will register you with our patient portal. You can find the New Patient Intake Forms under the Documents tab. Click here to access the Pelvic Pride patient portal.