Pelvic Health Services
At Advanced Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine, we understand the unique challenges men and women face in this realm.
Pelvic physical therapy is a specialized area of physical therapy devoted to the musculoskeletal assessment and treatment of the pelvic floor, the group of muscles extending from the pubic bone to the tailbone.
The pelvic floor muscles support the pelvis and pelvic organs, provide stability to the trunk during movement, aid in sexual function, and help maintain urine and stool continence.
Unresolved pelvic floor dysfunction may contribute to chronic low back or hip pain.
The goal of pelvic physical therapy is to improve the function of the pelvic floor through evaluation of the musculoskeletal system, movement, posture, breathing, and appropriate treatment.
Our physical therapy services focus on helping you regain control, reduce discomfort, and improve your quality of life. Whether navigating motherhood, addressing incontinence, or recovering from surgery, our experienced therapists are dedicated to guiding you every step of the way.
Pelvic Health services are available at our Appleton North, Wisconsin Institute of Urology, Neenah and Ripon clincs.
Pelvic Health Physical Therapy can help:
General Pelvic Health:
Bladder and/or bowel dysfunction
Diastasis Recti
Feeling of heaviness or pressure in the pelvic region
Hip, low back, SI, or coccyx pain and dysfunction
Leaking when you jump, lift or move
Feeling like you need to go to the bathroom frequently while running
Pain with sexual intercourse
Pelvic pain and dysfunction
Pudendal nerve pain- pain with going to the bathroom, having sex, and/or sitting.
Women's Pelvic Health:
Pelvic organ prolapse
Before and after childbirth
Abdominal separation
Scar pain, adhesions, and mobility deficits following cesarean delivery
Urinary incontinence: stress incontinence, urge incontinence, overflow incontinence, functional incontinence
Menopause and related conditions
Men's Pelvic Health:
Before and after-prostatectomy
Urinary incontinence: stress incontinence, urge incontinence, overflow incontinence, functional incontinence
Pelvic floor weakness
Penile, testicular, scrotal, and spermatic cord pain
our approach:
We take a personalized, evidence-based approach to care:
Comprehensive Evaluation: With your permission, we assess your pelvic floor muscles, core strength, hip strength and mobility, back strength and mobility, posture and overall movement to identify the root cause of your symptoms. This may involve an internal exam; however, not all evaluations require this element.
Individualized Treatment Plans: Everyone’s needs and goals are different. Your care plan may include:
Exercises to stretch tight muscles and strengthen weak ones
Soft tissue work and joint mobilization to improve movement and decrease pain
Optimize body mechanics and safety with functional movement and activity
Electrical stimulation and biofeedback
How to adjust your environment to promote safety and protect bone health
Exercises to address the surrounding muscles and to improve overall health and quality of life
Breathing strategies to help maintain abdominal tension while lifting
3. Holistic Support: Beyond the physical, we provide you with emotional guidance and education to help you feel empowered and informed about your health and any decisions or tough conversations that you may need to have.
Why Choose Advanced Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine?
Convenient Location: Our Appleton, Ripon, Neenah, and Wisconsin Institute of Urology clinics are easily accessible and equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to make your visits comfortable and effective.
Expert Team: Our physical therapists are skilled in the latest pelvic and Women’s Health therapy techniques.
Supportive Environment: We prioritize your comfort and dignity, ensuring every session is as supportive as it is effective.
Take the First Step Toward Wellness
If you’re experiencing pelvic health concerns, don’t wait to seek help. You can regain strength, improve function, and enjoy a more active and confident lifestyle with the right therapy.
Schedule your appointment today at our Appleton, WI, Neenah, WI, Ripon, WI, or Wisconsin Institue of Urology - Appleton, WI, clinics and take the first step toward reclaiming your health and well-being.
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Our Team
Dr. Madeline Kehler
PT, DPT
Dr. Madeline Kehler is a physical therapist who is strongly committed to individualized, tailored care and deeply believes in the body's potential. She is here to guide you toward a stronger, healthier you. Madeline is also trained in treating pelvic floor conditions, including chronic and acute pelvic pain, incontinence, and pre-and post partum care.
Dr. Kehler practices in our Neenah clinic. Call 920-215-6225 to schedule today!
Dr. Jordan Fleming
PT, DPT
Dr. Jordan Fleming is a physical therapist who underwent an orthopedic residency program in California to enhance her expertise in orthopedic physical therapy, enabling her to assist her patients better. Jordan successfully obtained her Orthopedic Clinical Specialist certification, has special training in treating pelvic floor dysfunction (urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain), and is passionate about helping patients achieve optimal pelvic health!
Dr. Fleming practices in our Appleton North clinic. Call 920-991-2561 to schedule today!
Dr. hannah Donahue
PT, DPT
Dr. Donahue is an orthopedic clinical specialist certified in pregnancy and postpartum exercise. Physical therapy treatment can be geared toward a particular pain area, such as hip/back pain, or for general education in labor preparation, positioning for sleep, or safe exercise modifications. Other areas of treatment include diastasis recti, C-section scar desensitization, pubic symphysis dysfunction, external pelvic floor treatment, and round ligament pain. She is a mother and PT who enjoys helping women feel their best!
Dr. Donahue practices in our Appleton North clinic. Call 920-991-2561 to schedule today!
Dr. Melissa Ringwell
PT, DPT
Dr. Melissa Ringwell is a physical therapist who understands the importance of listening to her patients and uses various methods to get them feeling better and stronger than before. She emphasizes finding the root cause of the problem to provide long-term relief rather than simply offering a temporary fix. A practitioner who enjoys working with patients of all ages, Melissa has special training to treat pelvic floor muscle dysfunction (urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain).
Dr. Ringwell practices in our Appleton North clinic. Call 920-991-2561 to schedule today!