FAQ's
Will I be seen by multiple therapists?
Not at VPH! Continuity of care is vital. For that reason you will never be seen by an aide, assistant or anyone other than our pelvic health occupational of physical therapists for hour long, hands on, expert pelvic floor therapy sessions. There is also an option to have an extended 2 hour evaluation if you have a more complex case that requires additional time and attention to ensure you have enough time to be heard and leave with clear steps to begin feeling better that day!
What makes Vital Pelvic Health different?
Our Physical and Occupational Therapists are skilled, comprehensive pelvic floor therapist who don’t believe in watching you do exercises or hooking you up to a biofeedback machine. The therapists at VPH have had comprehensive training in hands on, whole body pelvic floor assessment and treatment. At some point in either your initial evaluation or during your treatment, a visual, external and internal examination of the pelvic region and muscles of the pelvic floor may be performed. This may be done via trans vaginal or trans rectal assessment. The purpose of the physical examination is to obtain the best objective information on the strength, muscle tone and control of your musculature and observe for any pelvic organ prolapse, skin irritation or scarring.
However, these exams are always optional and can be declined at any time during our sessions. There are a lot of other treatment techniques that can be utilized to help you achieve your goals. Other assessments outside of the pelvic floor may include fascia/connective tissue of low back, abdominal wall and pelvic girdle, dry needling or cupping, assessing breathing patterns, pelvic girdle muscle evaluation (hips, spine, abdominals, glutes, inner thighs etc.), range of motion, movement patterns, and postural/pelvis alignment- just to name a few!
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I Don't live that close, should I just find someone near me?
Pelvic Floor Therapy is not all created equal! Currently there is no standardization or requirements to begin treating pelvic floor dysfunction. For that reason, we see a lot of patients who have been to multiple other pelvic floor therapist before finding relief here due to our expert and specialized care.
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After years of having patients travel hours to come to our clinic, we have designed 2 hour evaluations and treatments to better serve our patients who are coming from out of town. That way you are able to get more out of your drive, come less often, and be able to leave each session with tangible action items that will start helping you feel better that day! Ask our admins about 2 hour sessions when you are scheduling!
Do I need a doctors referral?
No, in the state of Ohio Occupational and Physical Therapists have direct access and do not need a doctors referral to be seen. We perform my own thorough evaluation and work with you to create our plan of care. However, if you're pregnant and seeking internal work-a referral is preferred.
Can I bring my baby to my appointment ?
Yes absolutely! Child care is not always feasible, and you deserve to be cared for! I encourage moms to bring in their child so that we can assess and educate in real time on proper lifting mechanics, postural alignment when carrying child, baby wearing, breastfeeding, mommy and me exercises etc.
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In the office there is a changing pad stocked with extra diapers, and wipes, as well as a play mat and toys so the littles (and bigs) can hang out during our session.
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Will there be unexpected bills?
Never. The beauty of our model of therapy is you know exactly what you will be paying each session. There is complete price transparency and you will never (we mean never) get sent a bill after our sessions or wonder how much you are going to have to pay. Call our office and talk to our admin about our prices, payment options and package options!