Every body deserves pelvic health and wellness.

Services Offered

Offering comprehensive evaluations, treatments and education in pelvic rehabilitation for men, women, and children

Providing services at:

Rise Wellness Chiropractic:

1005 Lake Dr SE in Grand Rapids, MI

Holistic Massage and Wellness:

204 West Washington St. in Greenville, MI

or the convenience of home visits on a case by case basis

I understand that every individual is different. That's why I take the time to listen to your concerns and create a customized treatment plan that addresses your specific needs and goals without using insurance to provide the care you need, not the care that insurance dictates for you.

HSA funds accepted; Superbill given upon request for insurance reimbursement. Often insurance will reimburse for out of pocket providers; ask about your specific plan

Pelvic Rehabilitation for Women

Pelvic rehabilitation offers a myriad of benefits for women across various stages of life, addressing specific health concerns and improving overall pelvic health. Here are some significant benefits:

  • Enhanced Bladder and Bowel Control: Pelvic rehabilitation helps in treating urinary and fecal incontinence, urging women to gain better control over bladder and bowel functions through strengthening pelvic floor muscles.

  • Pain Relief: Provides relief from chronic pelvic pain conditions such as vulvodynia, interstitial cystitis, and endometriosis through targeted exercises and manual therapy techniques.

  • Improved Sexual Function: Rehabilitation can improve sexual health by addressing pain during intercourse, enhancing sexual arousal and orgasm by improving blood flow and muscle function in the pelvic region.

  • Prevention and Management of Prolapse: Helps in preventing or managing pelvic organ prolapse by strengthening the muscles and tissues that support the pelvic organs.

  • Post-Surgical Recovery: Facilitates recovery after surgeries such as hysterectomies and prolapse repairs, helping to reduce pain, improve healing, and restore pelvic function.

  • Reduced Pelvic Floor Tension: Assists in relaxing tense pelvic floor muscles, which can contribute to pelvic pain and dysfunction.

  • Holistic Approach to Health: Pelvic rehabilitation offers a holistic approach, emphasizing the importance of pelvic health in overall well-being and encouraging proactive care.

  • Customized Care Plans: Tailored rehabilitation plans cater to individual needs, addressing specific symptoms and conditions with targeted therapies and exercises.

These benefits underscore the importance of pelvic rehabilitation for women, addressing a range of issues from functional improvements to enhanced quality of life.

Perinatal Care

Whether you are newly pregnant, in your second or third trimester or years postpartum, pelvic rehabilitation can get you back to feeling like yourself again.

  • Preventative Care: Pelvic rehabilitation during pregnancy can help prevent or minimize common issues such as pelvic pain, urinary incontinence, and pelvic organ prolapse both during pregnancy and after childbirth.

  • Preparation for Childbirth: Pelvic rehabilitation can include exercises and techniques to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, which can help prepare the body for labor and delivery, potentially leading to smoother childbirth experiences.

  • Reduced Discomfort: Many pregnant individuals experience discomfort in the pelvic region due to the changes their bodies undergo. Pelvic rehabilitation techniques such as manual therapy, stretches, and exercises can help alleviate this discomfort and improve overall comfort during pregnancy.

  • Improved Pelvic Floor Function: Pelvic floor muscles play a crucial role during pregnancy and childbirth. Pelvic rehabilitation focuses on strengthening and optimizing the function of these muscles, which can aid in labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery.

  • Faster Postpartum Recovery: Pelvic rehabilitation postpartum can help speed up recovery by addressing issues such as pelvic floor weakness, pain, and dysfunction that may arise after childbirth. This can lead to quicker healing and a smoother transition to daily activities.

  • Enhanced Bladder and Bowel Control: Pelvic rehabilitation techniques can improve bladder and bowel control, reducing the risk of urinary and fecal incontinence both during and after pregnancy.

  • Addressing Scar Tissue: Pelvic rehabilitation can help address scar tissue formation from episiotomies or tears during childbirth, promoting healing and reducing discomfort.

  • Cesarean Recovery: Pelvic rehabilitation can help with engaging abdominals after surgery, scar tissue recovery, optimizing function while in the post operative phase with a focus on being able to care for new infant which still adhering to surgical restrictions

  • Emotional Support: Pregnancy and the postpartum period can be emotionally challenging times. Pelvic rehabilitation professionals offer support, education, and guidance, helping individuals navigate these changes with confidence and peace of mind.

  • Promotes Long-Term Pelvic Health: Investing in pelvic rehabilitation during pregnancy and postpartum sets the foundation for long-term pelvic health, reducing the risk of future pelvic floor disorders and improving overall quality of life.

  • Customized Treatment Plans: Pelvic rehabilitation specialists tailor treatment plans to each individual's unique needs and goals, ensuring personalized care and optimal outcomes throughout pregnancy and beyond.

Pelvic rehabilitation during pregnancy and postpartum offers numerous benefits for both physical and emotional well-being, empowering individuals to enjoy a healthy and comfortable pregnancy journey and a smooth postpartum recovery.

Pelvic Rehabilitation for Kids

Pelvic rehabilitation can be very beneficial for children as well, addressing a range of issues related to their pelvic health and development. Here are some key benefits:

  • Improved Bladder and Bowel Control: Pelvic rehabilitation helps in treating conditions such as bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis), daytime urinary incontinence, and constipation by strengthening the pelvic floor muscles and teaching proper toileting techniques.

  • Management of Urinary Urgency: Kids who experience urgent needs to urinate can benefit from pelvic floor therapy, which teaches them how to control their bladder muscles effectively.

  • Correction of Voiding Dysfunctions: Children with dysfunctional elimination syndrome can learn correct voiding habits through pelvic rehabilitation, improving their bladder and bowel function.

  • Reduction in Pelvic Pain: If a child experiences pelvic pain due to injuries, surgeries, or other conditions, pelvic rehab can provide techniques and exercises that reduce pain and enhance recovery.

  • Support for Physical Development: Proper pelvic floor function is crucial for physical activities and sports. Pelvic rehabilitation can ensure kids have a strong and functional pelvic floor to support their physical development.

  • Encouragement of Healthy Bathroom Habits: Educating children on healthy toileting behaviors through pelvic rehabilitation can promote lifelong habits that prevent future pelvic floor issues.

  • Improved Confidence and Quality of Life: Children dealing with incontinence often suffer from low self-esteem and social anxiety. Pelvic rehabilitation can improve their symptoms, boost their confidence, and enhance their overall quality of life.

  • Support for Children with Special Needs: Children with developmental disabilities or conditions like spina bifida can particularly benefit from tailored pelvic rehabilitation to manage and improve their bladder and bowel functions.

These benefits highlight how pelvic rehabilitation can play a crucial role in a child's development and well-being, addressing specific health issues while also fostering overall confidence and quality of life.

Pelvic Rehabilitation for Men

  • Improved Bladder and Bowel Control: Pelvic rehabilitation can help men overcome issues such as urinary incontinence or overactive bladder, bowel incontinence or constipation by balancing pelvic floor muscles and improving bladder and bowel function.

  • Relief from Pelvic Pain: Pelvic rehabilitation techniques, including manual therapy and exercises, can alleviate pelvic pain caused by conditions such as prostatitis, pelvic floor dysfunction, or pelvic muscle tension.

  • Enhanced Sexual Function: Pelvic rehabilitation can improve erectile function, reduce premature ejaculation, and address other sexual dysfunctions by optimizing pelvic floor muscle strength and coordination.

  • Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: Pelvic rehabilitation is essential for men recovering from pelvic surgeries such as prostatectomy or hernia repair. It helps promote healing, reduce pain, and restore function post-surgery.

  • Preventative Care for Aging: Pelvic rehabilitation can help older men maintain bladder and bowel control, sexual function, and overall pelvic health as they age, reducing the risk of age-related pelvic floor issues.

  • Holistic Approach to Men's Health: Pelvic rehabilitation addresses the interconnectedness of pelvic health with overall health and wellness, promoting a holistic approach to men's health that encompasses physical, emotional, and social well-being.