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Our expert Pelvic Floor Physiotherapists in Scarborough help relieve your chronic pelvic pain, address incontinence, strengthen or relax your pelvic muscles
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About Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Pelvic Floor physiotherapy addresses & treats weak or overly tight pelvic floor muscles. Your session usually consists of a thorough health history intake, and might include an exam of the internal pelvic floor muscles. This is then followed by a properly designed exercise program to address your concerns.
Signs of overly TIGHT pelvic floor muscles
– Urinary/fecal urgency
– Urge incontinence
– Chronic Pelvic Pain
– Vaginismus/Vulvodynia
– Pudendal Neuralgia
– Interstitial Cystitis
– Chronic Prostatitis
– … and more
Signs of overly WEAK pelvic floor muscles
- Stress incontinence
- Urge incontinence
- Uterine/bladder prolapse
Do I need a prescription?
You do not need a doctor’s prescription to come to our clinic to start your treatment. However, your insurance may require a referral note to reimburse you for your sessions. You can check your plan, or give us a call and we might be able to check for you! (647)350-2766
Do you accept insurance? How about OHIP?
Yes! We offer direct insurance billing for most major insurance companies. However, every policy is different and we may not be able to process the direct billing. Please check with your insurance company.
We ARE NOT an OHIP/ODSP approved clinic.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pelvic Floor Therapy
How Do I know if I need Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy?
There are many indications that you might need to see a pelvic health physiotherapist, but some of the most common issues are:
– Leaky bladder/incontinence, painful or unstructured urination/bowel movements
– Peeing a little with coughing, sneezing, jumping/exercising
– Urge to urinate but unable to
– Pelvic pain (vulvodynia, pubis symphysis dysfunction or pain, etc)
– Bladder/uterine prolapse
What do they do during a Pelvic Floor Therapy session?
Your Pelvic Physiotherapist will go through a questionnaire with you that outlines all the symptoms and issues you have been having. Based on this assessment, your therapist might need to perform an internal examination of the pelvic muscles. Through internal manipulation of the pelvic floor muscles, your physiotherapist can help to restore the function and proper tone of your muscles.
During your session you will also be prescribed pelvic and core strengthening/stretching exercises to help relieve your pain & symptoms.
How long does Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy take to work?
Every body and every condition is different and a treatment will be catered to your individual needs. However in our experience, most people feel noticeable differences within 2-3 treatments (usually spread out over a few weeks). With consistent in treatment and sticking to your prescribed pelvic health exercise plan – you can see results faster than you think!
Do I need a Doctor’s Notes?
No, you do not need a doctor’s referral to come to our Physiotherapy clinic in Scarborough. However, check with your insurance company to see if you need one for reimbursement. If you have any ultrasound/x-ray/MRI/CT results, please bring them in! Your physiotherapist can review the results with you.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes! Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy services are covered by most employee health benefits plans. We offer direct billing for most major insurance companies including:
– Manulife/OTIP
– Sunlife
– Canada Life
– Green Shield Canada
– Desjardins
– Industrial Alliance
– Medavie Bluecross
– Claimsecure
– RWAM
– Manion
Don’t see your insurer here? Call us at (647)350-2766 and speak to one of our Client Experience Coordinators directly!
Why Choose Physiotherapy at Axis Therapy in Scarborough
Axis is rated as Scarborough’s best clinic – we do not compromise on quality of care or customer service. We are results driven, and are passionate about helping you achieve your goals and live pain free.
Your physiotherapist can use a wide range of techniques including (but not limited to) stretching, active release technique, cupping therapy, contemporary acupuncture/dry needling, ultrasound, IMS, and exercise rehab.
Our Physiotherapists also collaborate with other team members (chiropractors, massage therapists, acupuncturists, and fascial stretch therapists) to ensure you are getting a complete circle of care.
Our Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist
Pha-Ly Ho, Physiotherapist
“I believe in a holistic approach to treating your injury. A dysfunction in a single body part would affect the whole movement system. My goal is to put the pieces together & improve your quality of life”
Call, email or book online to start your journey to living pain free, moving better and feeling stronger!
info@axistoronto.com
(647)350-2766
LOCATIONS
- Monday
- 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Tuesday
- 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Wednesday
- 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Thursday
- 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Friday
- 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Saturday
- 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Sunday
- 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Axis Therapy & Performance – Physiotherapy, Chiropractor, RMT Scarborough
1585 Markham Rd, Unit 308
Scarborough, ON M1B 2W1
(647)350-2766
scarborough@axistoronto.com
Axis Therapy & Performance – Massage Therapy Riverdale
377 Broadview Ave Unit 102
Toronto, ON M4K 2M7
(647)797-0798
riverdale@axistoronto.com