Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist in NYC

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A focus on pelvic health

You may feel like you have to live with pelvic dysfunction or pain. But you don’t. Pelvic floor physical therapy (PT) can help treat the underlying causes of your symptoms for long-term relief.

Pelvic floor PT is a specialty within physical therapy. Our experts have all received the necessary training and certifications to understand, identify, and effectively treat pelvic conditions.

Trained to treat pain and dysfunction wherever you feel it

We work with patients from all walks of life, in every phase of life. Whether it’s pelvic pain or an orthopedic injury, with Beyond Basics you’re not alone, and you can heal.

Back and hip pain

Our PTs have a musculoskeletal background and a broad range of experience dealing with all conditions affecting the back and the hips. Our specialty training in pelvic health helps us identify pelvic floor muscle conditions that could lead to injury or pain in other parts of the body.

Menopause

Our PTs can help alleviate your menopausal symptoms through a variety of pelvic floor physical therapy treatments and exercises.

Incontinence and constipation

Bowel and bladder dysfunction are common, disruptive and impact your quality of life. Pelvic floor PT can help and give you relief.

Abdominal pain and bloating

You may be surprised to learn that pelvic floor PT can relieve abdominal pain and discomfort. Our PTs are trained to diagnose and treat these conditions.

Sexual pain and dysfunction

Many people experience pain and discomfort during sexual activity. Our PTs employ a broad range of treatments to ease your pain and restore this vital area of your life.

Endometriosis

Physical therapy can help relieve the pain, sexual dysfunction, bladder and gastrointestinal symptoms associated with endometriosis.

Pediatric bladder and bowel issues

When pelvic floor muscles are too weak or too tight, they can cause accidents, tummy troubles, and bed-wetting. Pelvic floor PT is a gentle way to help children get past these issues.

Lymphatic Drainage.

If you have swelling and pain in your arms, legs and pelvis due to lymphedema, PT can help by unblocking the lymphatic flow and alleviating your discomfort.

Pregnancy and post-pregnancy care

Becoming pregnant changes your life. It also changes your body. Pelvic floor PT can help you through your pregnancy and your recovery.

You’re a whole person. We treat you that way

The way PT
should be

We take time to understand everything that’s going on inside your body, so we can get to the root cause of the issue – and get you real, lasting relief. 

Your session is personal. We keep it that way.

The way PT
should be

We see patients in private, 1-on-1, hour-long sessions. You’ll work directly with your PT for your entire treatment journey. 

Leading means learning. We like it that way.

The way PT
should be

Our therapists devote time every week to continuing education so we can offer our patients the most current, comprehensive orthopedic and pelvic floor PT. 

Google Reviews

Amber Wolfe
2 weeks ago
Juhi is warm, thoughtful, and knowledgeable. She made me feel comfortable from the beginning and tailored each session to what I needed. I’m very grateful for her care and highly recommend Beyond Basics.
Lourdes Calero
3 weeks ago
My health issue has improved tremendously in a short time, thanks to my amazing therapist,Kiko!
Marina Alton
4 weeks ago
It was a very amazing experience with my therapist, and it helps me a lot
Devin Williams
1 month ago
After a life changing surgery back in 2013, I dealt with chronic pelvic and lower back pain that had impacted and hindered me for years. At one point, I lost all hope that I would ever be able to be rid of it. Then, I had the fortune of coming across Beyond Basics and meeting a wonderful physical therapist in the form of Kiko. After nearly 13 yrs of dealing with this pain, I am happy to say that it is completely gone after my treatment with Kiko. Because of her and Beyond Basics, I am now able to enjoy life so much more and for that, I am eternally gratefully. Coming here was truly a life changing experience.
Audrey Symes
2 months ago
Melanie has been wonderful! Compassionate, kind, a great listener, and I have made so much progress in a few sessions
Tom Powell
2 months ago
I never thought that pelvic floor therapy would be so effective or a worthwhile experience...and then I was lucky enough to find Cory Hazama. She is truly skilled and knowledgable.
Louise Decatrel
6 months ago
I am very happy with this choice for my therapy. My Therapist, Molly, is so fantastic. I feel very much at ease and comfortable with her.
Carol J. Weiss
7 months ago
Melanie is amazing. So knowledgeable, comforting, and enthusiastic.
Barry Gurvitch
7 months ago
Beyond Basics provides sensitive and professional care in a comfortable environment. I was skeptical at first if they could help but now, I am a believer.
Barbara Friedman
8 months ago
A wonderful introduction to pelvic floor therapy. Eliza's engaged, intelligent approach made me feel surprisingly hopeful. She's clearly a great person to work with.
Marian
9 months ago
Courteous and helpful staff. Excellent facilities. My PT is the best I found after months of searching around Manhattan.
Nell De Martini
9 months ago
I had a great experience working with Emily Moore for pre-op PT. She created an incredibly warm and inclusive environment and helped me feel comfortable from the start. In just a few sessions, she really helped me have a better understanding of my symptoms and how to best manage them. She gave me helpful tips to integrate into my daily routine and I noticed results almost immediately. I am looking forward to resuming sessions with her again after surgical recovery. The front desk and administrative staff were wonderful as well. I highly recommend working with Emily!
Elena Golub
11 months ago
Absolutely adored working with Melanie Rocchio. She's truly an expert at her craft and immediately puts you at ease. It's hard to make PFPT a comfortable process but she did. If you need PFPT, go see Melanie--I'll definitely be a returning client if I need further treatment.
Kat M.
11 months ago
I recently saw Kiko for regular PT sessions following a c-section delivery and HIGHLY recommend her, she's the best!! We worked on regaining both pelvic floor and core strength, and while I'm happy both have improved significantly in the months since my delivery, I was sad to have 'graduated' PT as I really enjoyed my sessions with Kiko - she's a pleasure to work with and learn from! I also had a good experience with Beyond Basics as a practice - Veronica at the front desk is very sweet!
Savannah Carlin
11 months ago
I cannot recommend Sonali highly enough, she’s truly incredible!
Sudais Haider
12 months ago
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Lily Zoraster
12 months ago
Had a great experience here, front desk person Veronica is very nice and helpful. It was a delight to have Kiko as my therapist. She is very knowledgeable, easy to talk to/work with, and very thorough. She helped me find the perfect exercises that were very doable to help me progress and I progressed so fast in ways that I couldn’t imagine before. Thank you so much 😊
Mike Honcharik
12 months ago
Went to Beyond Basics for treatment of abdominal pain ,as recommended by my doctor . Kiko treated me , she was very professional and a listened to all my concerns ,and made me feel much better as to my condition . She was very knowledgeable and very helpfull . I highly recommend her.
Garland Horwitz
1 year ago
Emily Moore was fantastic! Great bedside manner and helpful. The whole team was very friendly
Samatha Nemana
1 year ago
So appreciative of the staff at Beyond Basics, especially Emily Moore! Emily was immensely helpful as I navigate my endometriosis journey. During our sessions I feel like I got some real answers around my pain - I so, so appreciate her. Our visits and the exercises she recommended have resulted in noticeable improvement over just a few short months. Highly recommend!
Michele Caplan
1 year ago
I have worked with Beyond Basics for over 15 years. I have an underlying chronic problem that I will have to manage for the rest of my life. With their multitude of skills, Beyond Basics has given me the therapy and strategies to go from acute pelvic pain, severe back, and postural problems to being able to manage my underlying problems with resilience and support. And, with their help and guidance I have avoided back surgery. The therapy and commitment at BB are on an entirely different level from therapy available any other Physical Therapy clinic I have ever encountered. It is entirely unique.
Allie Hemmings
1 year ago
Staff is friendly and efficient. Kiko is so easy to talk to, super informative, genuinely caring & kind, very knowledgeable about the pelvic floor as well as how other areas of the body work with it, and she also gave a great referral when my condition seemed to need treatment outside of her scope of practice. I highly recommend Kiko!
Ava Anderson
1 year ago
My son has autism and struggles with motor coordination. His physiotherapy sessions are tailored to his needs, full of playful yet purposeful activities. He looks forward to every visit and we’ve noticed significant improvements in his balance, posture, and ability to focus during tasks.
Ronlee Ben-Gal
1 year ago
Sonali Patel at Beyond Basis is an incredibly smart, kind, and effective pelvic floor PT. She was great during our sessions and also gave me the tools to continue healing on my own, without ever pushing unnecessary visits. I’d absolutely recommend her and will definitely come back to her if anything ever comes up again.
Kiko is exactly what you want in a PT… Attentive and clearly loves what she does, all with a sense of humor. You’ll be lucky if you get her..

OUR SPECIALISTS

Dr. Amy Stein(She/Her)

PT, DPT, BCB-PMD, IF

Carson Judkins(She/Her)

PT, DPT, PRPC

Danielle Santora(She/Her)

 PT, DPT, OCS
Harshbhari Bhrahmbhatt headshot

Harshbhari Brahmbhatt
(She/Her)

 PT, MS, PHC
Mary Bogle

Mary Bogle(She/Her)

PT, DPT
Radhi Kadakia

Radhi Kadakia(She/Her)

PT, DPT
Sonali Patel

Sonali Patel(She/Her)

PT, DPT, LPF-CT
Kiko Li

Kiko Li(She/Her)

PT, DPT
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Pelvic Floor Therapy NYC

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does pelvic floor physical therapy take?
It depends on the patient and how long they have had the symptoms/condition for, how many other related systems are involved if there are any other contributing factors, like allergies and dietary restrictions, or any other injuries. Obviously, the more complex the case is, the longer it may take. For example, a patient who has had pain for 2 years, a hip labral tear, a herniated disc, pelvic pain, constipation, a high-stress job, and nutritional deficits, versus a patient who fell on their tailbone a week ago and is in today for coccyx pain with no other conditions.
Does insurance cover pelvic floor therapy?
The majority do. Our office accepts most insurances out of network and will file a claim on behalf of the patient. For more details on your own insurance and what it offers, you can talk to our billing manager/department. We are here for you and can give you a better understanding of what will be covered.
What does a pelvic floor physiotherapist do?
Everything that a regular physical therapist does and more. We are experts in the musculoskeletal system, which includes all the bones, muscles, and joints in the body along with the structures that work with them, such as your nerves, organs, and arteries. We utilize a lot of different techniques to address identified restrictions within this system to promote more optimal function so that you can move better and lift heavier, but also stop having pain and other symptoms. We guide you through proper positioning, posture, relaxation techniques, home exercise, and pain management strategies, but since we are pelvic health specialists, we also dive deep into education on pain science, nutrition, toileting, bowel, and bladder health, as well as can discuss the physical aspects of sexual function and how to improve that.
What exercises are bad for the pelvic floor?

While in rehabilitation, there are some activities that may be too much right now for the pelvic floor and can overwhelm the system. The strength, flexibility, and endurance have to be increased to be able to handle harder tasks. Anything that causes pain, bladder leaking, causes you to hold your breath and strain, or forces you to compensate or lose form, could be detrimental to your rehab progress. Pelvic floor exercises and Kegels are appropriate in only certain conditions of pure weakness and sometimes are overutilized. In most cases, these exercises can aggravate pelvic pain and pelvic floor dysfunction conditions.

Can you massage pelvic floor muscles?
Yes, but we prefer to use the word manual therapy rather than massage. Our physical therapists perform soft tissue mobilization and trigger point release or myofascial release to the pelvic floor muscles. Muscles are muscles, so increasing the blood flow, decreasing the myofascial restrictions, and decreasing the spasm/tone are all addressed through manual techniques to these specific muscles. It does typically require an internal vaginal or internal rectal approach because that is where the muscles live. The muscles surround the urethra, bladder, anorectal and genital regions; therefore, if there are restrictions or issues in the surrounding muscles, nerves, or organs it can cause pelvic floor dysfunction, including bladder and bowel problems, sexual dysfunction and abdomino-pelvic pain.