Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy in North York
Compassionate, Evidence-Based Pelvic Health Care
Pelvic floor physiotherapy at Heal Physiotherapy & Chiropractic North York
Compassionate, Evidence-Based Pelvic Health Care
About Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Pelvic floor physiotherapy at Heal Physiotherapy & Chiropractic in North York focuses on the assessment and treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction in women and men. Our approach is gentle, evidence-based, and individualized, with the goal of restoring function, reducing pain, and improving quality of life.
Pelvic floor conditions are common and treatable. Many people live with symptoms longer than they need to, often believing they are a normal part of aging, pregnancy, or childbirth. Pelvic floor physiotherapy can help address these concerns in a respectful, supportive, and private environment.
What Is the Pelvic Floor?
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles and connective tissues that support the bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs. These muscles also play a key role in bladder and bowel control, core stability, posture, breathing, and sexual function.
When the pelvic floor muscles are weak, tight, or uncoordinated, symptoms such as leakage, pain, or pressure can occur. Pelvic floor physiotherapy helps restore proper muscle function through education, movement retraining, and hands-on treatment when appropriate.
Conditions We Treat
Pelvic floor physiotherapy can help manage and improve symptoms related to:
- Urinary incontinence (leakage with coughing, sneezing, or exercise)
- Pelvic pain
- Pain with intercourse
- Pregnancy-related pelvic and low back pain
- Postpartum recovery
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Diastasis recti (abdominal separation)
- Constipation and bowel dysfunction
- Core weakness and instability
- Pelvic pain in men, including post-prostate surgery concerns
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy for Pregnancy & Postpartum
Pregnancy and childbirth place significant physical demands on the pelvic floor, abdominal muscles, and spine. Pelvic floor physiotherapy can support you during pregnancy and after delivery by helping to:
- Reduce pelvic, hip, and low back pain
- Prepare the pelvic floor for delivery
- Support healing after childbirth
- Address bladder leakage and pelvic heaviness
- Improve core strength and stability
- Guide a safe return to exercise
Treatment is tailored to each stage of pregnancy and postpartum recovery.
What to Expect at Your First Appointment
Your initial pelvic floor physiotherapy appointment includes a thorough assessment and a clear explanation of findings. This may involve:
- A detailed health history
- Postural, breathing, and movement assessment
- Pelvic floor muscle assessment (external and internal only with your consent)
- Education about your condition
- A personalized treatment plan
Your comfort, privacy, and consent are always prioritized throughout your care.
Do I Need a Referral?
No referral is required to book a pelvic floor physiotherapy appointment in Ontario.
We also accept referrals from OB/GYNs, family physicians, midwives, and other healthcare providers.
If you are experiencing pelvic floor symptoms or would like support during pregnancy or postpartum recovery, pelvic floor physiotherapy can help.
Heal Physiotherapy & Chiropractic – North York
π 416-222-6729
π 701 Sheppard Ave E, Unit 215, North York, ON
π Online booking available