Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions regarding Zia Physiotherapy services. Please call or send an email if you have additional questions not listed here.
What is the pelvic floor?
No, it’s not just all about the kegel! The pelvic floor is a group of muscles which function to provide organ support, maintain continence, manage sexual health, stabilize the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex, and pump fluid from veins in the legs to prevent fluid retention. The primary goal of pelvic health physical therapy is ensuring proper function throughout the pelvic floor.
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Sara is highly dedicated and compassionate when it comes to pelvic health physical therapy. Her philosophy is that one's own home is the most comfortable environment for what can be a sensitive area to treat.
She emphasizes a supportive, patient-to-therapist relationship with open communication. Her sole mission is to get you back to enjoying your life the way you want!
Do I need a pelvic health physical therapist?
If you are not sure whether pelvic health physical therapy is for you, complete this questionnaire and call Sara to discuss your results.
What does a session typically involve?
As a physical therapist, Sara assesses and treats the musculoskeletal system. As a specially trained pelvic health physical therapist, she works in the pelvic area, specifically with the pelvic floor muscles.
When appropriate, Sara accesses these muscles through the vagina and/or anus using proper draping and sanitary measures, gloves, and lubrication. She will assess muscle length, tone, and function as it relates to your symptoms/concerns.
She also evaluates and treats external muscles throughout the core complex, including tissue mobility, nerve function and mobility, muscle length and function, postural considerations, and spinal/hip/pelvic girdle mobility. Sara looks at the body as a whole; if there is something she cannot treat, she will send you to the right person.