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Pelvic health physiotherapy · Kitchener-Waterloo
Changing women's health, one pelvis at a time.
Hi, I'm Laura, a pelvic health physiotherapist in Kitchener-Waterloo and a proud IVF and c-section mom. Pelvic floor concerns are often brushed off as "normal." They may be common, but that doesn't mean you have to live with them.
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What is pelvic physiotherapy?
Pelvic health physiotherapy looks at much more than the pelvic floor. We may also look at your low back, hips, abdomen, breathing and movement. Here are some of the common concerns I can help with:
Pelvic Pain
Pelvic pain can show up in many different ways and have a real impact on your quality of life. I help with pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain, vaginismus, vulvodynia, painful sex, painful periods, tailbone pain, and pain related to PCOS and endometriosis.
Pregnancy
Pelvic physiotherapy can be helpful during pregnancy, even if you aren't having symptoms. We can work on managing pain, preparing for labour and delivery, and learning perineal massage.
Postpartum
There is often so much focus on the baby after birth, but moms, you are important too. I can help with returning to intercourse, perineal and c-section scars, prolapse, incontinence, diastasis recti and more.
Bowel Health
Bowels are the cornerstone of pelvic health. Concerns such as constipation, bloating, trapped gas, hemorrhoids and fecal incontinence are very common, but you don't have to suffer in silence.
Prolapse
Pelvic organ prolapse can sound and feel scary, but there are many ways to manage it. A prolapse does not necessarily mean giving up the exercise and activities you enjoy.
Incontinence
Do you leak when you laugh, cough, sneeze or exercise? Incontinence is common, but you don't have to accept it as normal. Pelvic physiotherapy can help.
Your first visit
What can I expect from my appointment?
Every patient is different, so there is no one-size-fits-all appointment. Here is a general idea of what you can expect.
Let's chat!
First, I want to hear your whole story. We'll talk about what brought you in, why you're seeking help now and what matters most to you. No detail is too small or too silly to discuss.
Physical examination
We look at so much more than the pelvis, including your back, hips, abdomen, trunk muscles, posture and breathing. I may recommend an internal pelvic floor examination, but it is never mandatory.
Treatment plan
Your plan is patient-centred and focused on your goals. I'll give my professional recommendations, but you always have the final say in how we proceed.
The journey
Progress is not always a straight line, and that's okay. I'll be here to support you, answer your questions and adjust the plan as we go.
Welcome
I'm so glad you're here.
My own pelvic health journey started long before my physiotherapy career. I had painful periods as a teenager, pelvic pain in university, and more recently, a high-risk IVF pregnancy and c-section birth. I understand how isolating it can feel when your concerns are dismissed.
That's why nothing is TMI here. My goal is to change women's health one pelvis at a time, and I would be honoured to be part of your journey.
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What patients are saying
★★★★★ Google rating
Laura is exceptional! I've never ever had a health care provider who's made me feel as seen and heard and cared for as she does.
I was apprehensive about trying pelvic floor physio but from our very first appointment Laura made me feel SO comfortable; it was never awkward.
If you're reading this, do not hesitate to book with Laura! Laura is compassionate, caring, attentive, and most importantly LISTENS.
Laura is the most empathetic, empowering, and up-to-date pelvic physio therapist with a passion for improving women's health.
Laura was absolutely incredible during my second pregnancy. My OB suggested I start pelvic floor physio after an organ prolapse landed me in emerg and I am so glad she did.
Laura guided me through my prenatal and postpartum pelvic floor journey and she was absolutely amazing!
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