My “Why”

Another question I often encounter is:  what made you want to become a pelvic floor physical therapist? Why did you get into this field? 

I am a pelvic floor physical therapist because no one shouldhave to limit their physical and social activities because of pelvic floor problems. And no one should have to feel the embarrassment or shame that often accompanies pelvic floor issues:

• No one should have to cover up their wet backside with a tied-on jacket or sweater due to leaking with sneezing, coughing or because they couldn’t get to the bathroom on time. 
• No child should have to experience the embarrassment or shame that comes with having to wear a different pair of pants from the school nurse’s office due to wetting themselves at recess or in class.
• No one should have to feel embarrassed or worried about smelling bad at work or with friends because of incontinence.
• No one should have to modify their daily routine or travel because they can’t make it more than 30 minutes without having to find a bathroom.
• No one should be afraid to go out with friends and family or afraid to exercise because of leakage. 
• No one should have to be careful when carrying and caring for their newborn due to fear that their muscles aren’t strong enough or due to pelvic discomfort or pain. 
• No one should have to be afraid of daily activities or sexual activities due to pelvic pain. 

These are just some of the many reasons that drive me to be the best pelvic floor physical therapist I can each day. These very real lifestyle limitations are often minimized by medical professionals and people in general as issues that “come with aging,” or “come with having a baby,” or “he/she/they’ll grow out of it.” But these are very real issues and limitations that significantly impact a person’s life and they are why I do what I do: help people with their pelvic pain, their incontinence, and their strength during and after pregnancy. 

To learn more about the why, what, and how of pelvic floor physical therapy, please contact me through the website or call Foundations Physical Therapy at (928)350-8270. I look forward to helping you figure out how to live your best life without limitations due to pelvic floor problems.
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