The American Physical Therapy Association has dedicated an entire section to the pelvic needs of men and women. In fact, the APTA Academy of Pelvic Health has provided mountains of research and support for physical therapists across the country.
Surprised? We’re not. Every day, we treat men and women with health issues ranging from pregnancy-related back pain to urinary incontinence.
Pelvic floor physical therapy is available in Warner Robins, GA at the Cantrell Center for Physical Therapy
The Cantrell Center for Physical Therapy’s very own Lola Rosenbaum, PT, DPT, PRPC, has fulfilled the requirements for her Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification. The Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification is earned through the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute, thus distinguishing its holders as experts in the field of pelvic rehabilitation.
This specialized area of treatment addresses a myriad of diagnoses including, but not limited to:
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Pelvic girdle pain
- Sacroiliac joint pain
- Vulvar pain / vulvodynia
- Interstitial Cystitis / Painful bladder syndrome
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Diastasis recti abdominis
- Urinary Incontinence / nocturia
- Fecal Incontinence / constipation
- Irritable bowel syndrome / fecal urgency
- Coccyx pain
- Pudendal Neuralgia
- Prostateodynia / prostatitis
- Sexual dysfunctions (dyspareunia, erectile dysfunction, painful intercourse)
- Endometriosis
- Infertility
- Hysterectomy rehabilitation
- Prostatectomy rehabilitation
- Polycystic ovarian syndrome
- Dysmennorhea
- Bone density loss / osteoporosis
- + much more!
Beyond Kegels
The Cantrell Center held a seminar entitled “Beyond Kegels”. During the seminar, Jamie Lochner, DPT, PRC, discussed how pelvic position can affect the ability of the pelvic floor muscles to work correctly leading to pain, incontinence, and constipation. By altering the position of the pelvis, the position of the spine, and rib cage are changed. This causes dysfunction of our respiratory diaphragm.
Lola Rosenbaum, DPT, discussed how pelvic health physical therapy can help with male and female urinary and fecal leakage, urinary frequency, and pelvic pain. Performing exercises to allow the pelvic diaphragm and respiratory diaphragm to work together again. By getting the pelvis, spine, and rib cage back into the correct position, it can resolve the issues of pelvic pain, incontinence, and constipation. When coming to the Cantrell Center for pelvic health matters, our expert clinicians will perform a thorough evaluation. Afterwards, they will design an exercise program specifically for you. Ultimately, the goal of the program is to ensure that your pelvis is in the correct position and that your pelvic floor muscles are able to function correctly.
What to Expect During Treatment
Pelvic floor muscle exercises, or kegels, can help strengthen the muscles that support the pelvis but, they must be done correctly to achieve results and aren’t the cure for every pelvic floor problem. Our expert clinicians teach people with pelvic pain or overactive muscles to relax the pelvic floor muscles to reduce pain. Clinicians may recommend a device such as the Kehel that uses biofeedback to teach how to contract and relax the pelvic floor muscles. In addition, our physical therapists will cover the importance of diet, fluid intake, posture, and positioning during elimination.
If you are experiencing in any of the following symptoms, talk to your doctor to see if you could benefit from physical therapy:
- low back pain
- pelvis pain
- pain in genitals
- rectum pain
- pelvic muscle spasms
- frequent need to urinate
- painful intercourse
- chronic constipation
- straining with bowel movements
Hear what patients have to say:
“The staff at the Cantrell Center is so kind! I worked mainly with Lola, and she was very
knowledgeable about her area of expertise. She helped me immensely in my journey to get my
body back on track. Braxton was also helpful in correcting my form for working out. I definitely
recommend this place and hope they continue serving Warner Robins for a while!”— A. H.
“I really appreciate everything I have learned. Lola Rosenbaum, Erin Root, and Braxton Hurt have all given me some very helpful knowledge and tools to help me manage my condition much better. They treated my specific needs on an individual basis. They are very professional and they take their work very seriously. I am truly glad I came to the Cantrell Center for help. I would highly recommend the Cantrell Center to anyone needing help with physical therapy services. Thanks again and keep up the great work!”
— D.G.
“Coming to the Cantrell Center and working through the program with Lola Rosenbaum on Pelvic Floor Therapy was so enlightening. I never knew what simple exercise could make such a difference in my life. I wouldn’t be as happy without the program and the things I learned. Lola walked me through all of the steps until I knew exactly how they should be done. She also noticed my balance was off because a knee injury I had months prior. Lola sent in a request to my doctor for some pool therapy to help. I worked with Lizzy Oliver with the Pelvic Floor and the pool. Lizzy is very knowledgeable of my needs in both areas. Lola and Lizzy both were a delight to work with.”
— M.E.
“Lola really listened to me and knew exactly how to help. I felt comfortable with her and at the
center. 10/10 recommend to anyone!”— D.D.
“Lola is amazing! I was sent to her by my OB/GYN after experiencing birth trauma. She made me feel so comfortable being able to speak to her about what I went through. Not only did she help me with physical therapy, but she noticed that I had PTSD from my birth trauma and helped to get me set up with a counselor. The counselor was just as important to my success as the PT was. I could not have healed with just one or the other – I needed both and Lola recognized that. Now six months after giving birth I can happily say I have graduated from both. I also had an appointment with Braxton that was very beneficial. I love to lift weights and he helped make sure I was doing them correctly and gave great advice. He was also very friendly and professional. I can’t thank ya’ll enough!”
— H.E.
“I just wanted to say how much I love the Cantrell Center. My PT, Ms. Lola, is the BEST!! She helped me in more ways than one. She told me things my doctor didn’t tell me. I had her for 16 weeks, had surgery, and went back for another 13 weeks. I feel so much better. The Cantrell Center is GREAT to have on your team. I miss coming in and seeing the ladies at the front desk with their smiles and music. I really miss Ms. Lola. I give the Cantrell Center a perfect “10.””
— T. M
“I love this place! Everyone that works here is friendly, intelligent, and truly loves their job. My PT was Lola and she is just amazing! Through therapy at the Cantrell Center, I was able to increase range of motion in that hip after years and years of pain and discomfort. I highly recommend going
here for any of your physical therapy needs and/or wellness needs. They have a wonderful fitness and wellness program as well as a pool for weightless exercise. They truly care about their patients not just for short term improvement but lifelong health and wellness as well.”— S.C.
“I saw Lola and Braxton for pelvic floor physical therapy. They were always very kind, understanding, and patient. They gave me many tools to work on at home, but they never pushed me to do anything that was painful or difficult to fit into my daily routine. It was a very individualized approach. I still have a long way to go, but I’m confident that I am well on my way to feeling better, provided I continue to follow up with Dr. Geary (my urologist) and implement the exercises and habits I learned at PT. The office staff were also always friendly and professional. Can’t recommend the Cantrell Center enough!”
— M.W.
“I’d like to extend my deepest appreciation for Lola, Jamie, and Katy as they helped me in my physical therapy needs. Their kindness, knowledge, and expertise were critical to my post-partum pelvic floor recovery and I highly recommend them to anyone needing physical therapy!”
— M.M.