Pelvic Physical Therapy

Synergy Physical Therapy specializes in physical therapy for pelvic floor disordersincluding gynecologic, obstetric, and urologic conditions for women, men, and non-binary people.

Synergy Physical Therapy provides the most comprehensiveevaluation and treatment for pelvic floor physical therapy in Madison, Wisconsin.

Pelvic physical therapy addresses aspects of anatomy and physiology related to or within the pelvis.  The pelvic floor is at the base of the spine including your genitals, muscles,

nerves, and connective tissue. The pelvic floor supports the abdominal organs, facilitatesurinary and bowel continence, and aids in sexual appreciation.

Pelvic physical therapy requires specialized training. Physical therapists at Synergy Physical Therapy have received advanced post-graduate education in pelvic floor anatomy and physiology to help meet the pelvic health needs of patients.

While we have advanced training in pelvic health, we are first and foremost physical therapists that approach the body through a holistic lens. Pelvic health issues may originate from impairments in one of the many body systems:

musculoskeletal, nervous, reproductive, urologic, and gastrointestinal. Pelvic health symptoms may occur due to injury, trauma, surgery, medication-induced, pregnancy, and menopause.

Pelvic health symptoms may also develop through movement and stresses associated with daily life and recreational activities; the pelvic floor may weaken or carry

increased tension and stress. Common conditions treated include the following. This list is not exclusive and you arewelcome to call the clinic to discuss if we are able to meet your individual need.


Pelvic Pain

  • Perineal Pain or pain in perineum

  • Vulvodynia and vulvar pain

  • Vestibulodynia

  • Vaginismus

  • Pain with gynecologic exam or penetration

  • Pudendal neuralgia

  • Endometriosis

  • Tailbone pain or coccydynia

  • Scar Tissue

  • Abdominal pain

  • Sacral pain

  • Anal pain, Rectal pain

  • Testicular Pain or Penile Pain

  • Dyspareunia or pain with intercourse, pain with sex

  • Sexual dysfunction (erectile dysfunction, pain with ejaculation)

  • Pelvic floor myalgia

  • Pelvic Organ Prolapse (urethrocele, cystocele, rectocele)

  • Gynecological cancer

  • Post gynecologic, urology or abdominal surgery

  • Post gynecologic, colorectal, and prostate cancer treatment

Bladder Dysfunction

  • Stress Urinary Incontinence

  • Urge Urinary Incontinence

  • Urinary urgency and frequency, dysuria, retention, hesitancy, nocturia

Bowel Dysfunction

  • Constipation

  • Difficulty evacuating

  • Painful bowel movements

  • Anal pain, anal burning


Orthopedic Physical Therapy

Orthopedic physical therapy is the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of injuries and painrelated to the musculoskeletal system. Proper physical therapy can lead to reduced pain,

increased range of motion and strength to improve overall function. At Synergy PhysicalTherapy in Madison, WI, we differ from traditional physical therapy by offering a whole

body holistic approach to evaluate and treat injuries utilizing the highly regarded Integrated Systems Model (Lee & Lee, 2007)

Applying this approach, we evaluate movements or tasks (e.g. sitting at your desk,standing at sink) or recreational activities like walking or golfing in the context of all

systems and regions of the body. When a patient presents with pain and functional limitations, there is often a breakdown between systems in the body, leading to inefficient

interactions and pain or poor function. By focusing on the connections between all theparts and systems of the body, your injury or pain can be reasoned, explained, and treated

appropriately, ultimately fostering greater ease in movement and reduction of pain. Our trained physical therapists apply state-of-the-art techniques to resolve pain-

related problems or work with you to foster performance in sports and work-relatedfunctions even if pain is not a factor. We will work with you on body function efficiency by

focusing on alignment, biomechanics and control. At Synergy Physical Therapy, we cater to the individual, recognizing that each

injury, pain or diagnosis is unique to you. We tailor each session to your needs and offer a variety of current physical therapy services and modern technology to treat both acute and

chronic conditions. Our programs focus on improvement now with a long-term plan to

guide you even after your treatments are finished.

What can be treated?

  • Headaches

  • Neck Pain

  • Shoulder Pain

  • Frozen Shoulder

  • Shoulder Impingement

  • Rotator cuff syndrome

  • Back Pain

  • Pelvic and SI Pain

  • Hip Pain

  • Ankle Pain

  • Plantar Fasciitis

  • Foot Pain

  • Myofascial Pain Syndrome

  • Sacroiliac Pain

  • Tendonitis

  • Tendonosis

  • Pre and Post Surgical Rehabilitation

If you are planning or already scheduled an operation, we highly suggest working with us to

become as strong and fit as possible. This will reduce your risk of postoperative

complications, prepare you for what to expect, and speed up your recovery process. If you

have already had surgery, we can speed your recovery toward resumption of normal

activities.

Sports Medicine and Performance

The Integrated Systems Model approach we use at Synergy Physical Therapy focuses on

enhancing your performance, whether or not you are currently experiencing pain. Using our

extensive knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics we will work with you to optimize your

body and its systems for your activity or sports goals. This approach allows your body to

act more efficiently, improve speed and power outcomes, and reduce the risk of future

injury.