Pelvic Pain Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Find relief and get back to living comfortably.
Pelvic pain can affect every part of your life, from sitting comfortably and exercising to working, sleeping, and enjoying time with family. While pelvic pain is common, it is not something you simply have to live with.
Whether your symptoms started recently or have been present for years, pelvic floor physical therapy can help identify contributing factors and create a personalized treatment plan focused on reducing pain and improving function.
The Healthy Pelvis provides personalized, in-home pelvic floor physical therapy for pelvic pain in Elmhurst and surrounding communities including Hinsdale, Oak Brook, Lombard, Downers Grove, Clarendon Hills, Glen Ellyn, and Villa Park.
Is This You?
Pelvic floor therapy may help if you are experiencing:
Pelvic pain during daily activities
Pain when sitting for long periods
Tailbone pain
Hip pain
Pubic bone pain
SI joint pain
Pain during pregnancy
Pelvic pressure or heaviness
Pain with exercise
Pain after childbirth
Pain that comes and goes without explanation
Frustration from being told everything looks “normal”
Pain is your body’s way of asking for attention. You deserve answers, support, and a treatment plan designed to help you feel better.
How Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Help
Pelvic pain is often influenced by a combination of muscles, joints, nerves, breathing patterns, posture, movement habits, and stress. Treatment focuses on identifying the factors contributing to your symptoms and creating a personalized plan to address them.
Many people are surprised to learn that pelvic pain is not always caused by weakness. In some cases, muscles may be tight, overactive, irritated, or not coordinating properly.
Manual Therapy
Gentle hands-on treatment may help reduce muscle tension, improve mobility, and decrease pain.
Movement & Mobility
Improve how your hips, pelvis, spine, and surrounding muscles move together.
Breathing & Relaxation
Learn techniques to reduce tension, calm the nervous system, and improve pelvic floor function.
Strength & Coordination
Build confidence and resilience through personalized exercises designed around your goals.
Common Causes of Pelvic Pain
Pelvic pain can have many contributing factors. While every person is different, pain is often influenced by a combination of muscle tension, joint dysfunction, movement patterns, nerve irritation, scar tissue, stress, and changes within the pelvic floor muscles.
Common contributors to pelvic pain include:
Tight or overactive pelvic floor muscles
Pregnancy and postpartum changes
Hip and SI joint dysfunction
Tailbone injuries
Abdominal or pelvic surgery
Scar tissue restrictions
Chronic muscle tension
Stress and nervous system sensitization
Poor breathing patterns
Repetitive strain from exercise or daily activities
A comprehensive evaluation helps identify the factors contributing to your symptoms so treatment can be tailored to your specific needs.
Conditions We Treat
Pelvic floor physical therapy may help individuals experiencing:
Pelvic floor dysfunction
Chronic pelvic pain
Tailbone pain (coccydynia)
Vulvar pain
Perineal pain
Pelvic pain during pregnancy
Postpartum pelvic pain
Pain with exercise
Pelvic pressure or heaviness
Muscle tension and trigger points
Pain after surgery
Pain with prolonged sitting
Even if you have been told that your symptoms are normal or difficult to explain, pelvic floor physical therapy may provide answers and treatment options.
Why Patients Love In-Home Visits
When you are dealing with pelvic pain, even getting to an appointment can feel exhausting. In-home pelvic floor physical therapy allows you to receive expert care without the stress of driving, sitting in waiting rooms, or rushing across town.
Patients often appreciate:
No waiting rooms
No stressful commute
One-on-one treatment sessions
Flexible scheduling
Care in a comfortable environment
Personalized treatment plans
More time focused on your goals
Many patients find that receiving care in their own home helps them stay consistent with treatment and focus on recovery.
Why Choose The Healthy Pelvis
Choosing the right pelvic floor physical therapist is important. At The Healthy Pelvis, every visit is one-on-one and focused entirely on your goals, concerns, and recovery.
Melissa Scholl, PT, DPT has nearly 20 years of physical therapy experience and specializes in helping individuals overcome pelvic floor dysfunction through personalized, evidence-based care.
One-on-one care
In-home convenience
BCBS PPO in-network
Personalized treatment plans
Nearly 20 years of experience
Flexible scheduling
You Don’t Have to Live With Pelvic Pain
Pelvic pain may be common, but it is not something you simply have to accept. With the right treatment plan, many people experience significant improvements in comfort, movement, and quality of life.
Whether your symptoms started recently or have been affecting you for years, pelvic floor physical therapy can help you feel stronger, more comfortable, and more confident.
Take the first step toward finding relief and getting back to the activities you enjoy.
Serving Elmhurst, Hinsdale, Oak Brook, Lombard, Downers Grove, Clarendon Hills, Glen Ellyn, Villa Park, and surrounding communities.