Our Pelvic Pain and Dysfunction Services in Brooklyn, NY

— conditions we treat

Care for all bodies

For nearly twenty years, Beyond Basics has been committed to delivering comprehensive care for pelvic pain and pelvic floor dysfunction to individuals of all ages, including children, in Brooklyn. In the early days of pelvic floor physical therapy, very few practitioners worldwide were actively involved, and their approach was highly limited. Today, our clinic is among the few globally that links the pelvic region to the rest of the body, allowing us to treat the whole person and address the interconnectedness of bodily systems in order to promote complete healing.

With the depth of experience possessed by our physical therapists and the array of advanced certifications they hold, we are equipped to help you overcome pain and dysfunction, wherever it manifests in your body. Your treatment plan in Brooklyn will be customized to your needs, ensuring that every intervention is designed to support your personal recovery and well-being.

Beyond Basics Physical Therapy actively cultivates a culture of diversity, equality, and inclusion. Every patient in Brooklyn is valued and respected, and we strive to maintain a safe and supportive environment. Any conduct that conflicts with creating an inclusive space will not be tolerated, so you can focus entirely on your healing journey.

We Understand Pelvic Floor Health

As specialists in progressive pelvic floor therapy and state-of-the-art health solutions, we are driven by a passion for teaching individuals about the pivotal role of pelvic floor integrity. This intricate system of muscles, ligaments, and neural connections provides structural support to pelvic organs and regulates key functions including bowel, bladder, and reproductive processes. We are committed to expanding understanding so that everyone appreciates how optimal pelvic floor performance can enhance stability, comfort, and overall bodily function.

Anatomy of the Pelvic Floor

Composed of the pelvic muscles, supportive connective tissues, and the pudendal nerve, the pelvic floor is a central support network for your pelvic organs. The connective tissues maintain the strength and integrity of the region and can have wide-reaching effects on your body. Our thorough expertise in pelvic floor anatomy enables us to deliver highly focused treatment approaches.

Function of the Pelvic Floor

Pelvic floor care is necessary because of the many important functions it provides. The pelvic floor supports your:

Bladder
Uterus
Rectum
Bowel and bladder movements
Functionality during sexual intercourse
Blood circulation in the pelvic area

Leveraging our expertise in the complex functions of the pelvic floor, we develop targeted interventions that successfully address areas of dysfunction.

Causes of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

We have provided care to countless patients dealing with different pelvic floor disorders. The primary contributors to pelvic floor dysfunction that we have effectively treated consist of:

Childbirth: The process of giving birth, especially when labor is extended or assisted with tools like forceps, can alter the pelvic floor muscles and compromise their function.
Chronic Constipation: Frequent straining during bowel movements over many years can reduce pelvic floor strength and coordination.
Pelvic Surgery: Surgeries in the pelvic area can lead to nerve impairment or scar formation, affecting how the pelvic floor muscles operate.
Age-related Changes: Aging naturally affects the pelvic floor, resulting in gradual loss of muscle tone and decreased support for pelvic organs.
Obesity: Carrying extra weight consistently increases pressure on the pelvic floor, potentially causing long-term weakening of the muscle network.

— CONDITIONS WE TREAT

Pelvic Pain and Dysfunction

Pelvic Muscle Dysfunction

Pelvic Pain

Non-bacterial Prostatitis / Chronic Pelvic Pain

Pelvic Congestion

Vulvodynia / Vestibulodynia / Clitorodynia

Prostatodynia

Testicular and Penile Pain

Premature Ejaculation

Decreased Arousal

Pain In Perineum

Pudendal Neuralgia and Other Neuralgia / Neuritis Of Abdomino-pelvic Nerves

Groin Pain, Coccyx Pain, Back Pain, Hip Pain

Pediatric Pain and Dysfunction

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Bladder and Bowel Disorders

Urgency and Frequency Of Urination

Urinary Incontinence or Retention Of Urine

Prolapse

Benign Prostate Hypertrophy (BPH)

Interstitial Cystitis / Painful Bladder Syndrome

Abdominal Pain and / or Bloating

Constipation, Straining, Incomplete Emptying

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Fecal Incontinence

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Postsurgical Needs

Post-abdominal Surgery Care (Such As Hernia Surgery or Endometriosis Excision Surgery) Pelvic Surgery Care Post-prostatectomy Care After Labral Tear Repair Of The Hip

Postsurgical Needs

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Sexual Pain and Dysfunction and Reproductive Health

Pain or Difficulty With Orgasm Erectile Dysfunction Premature Ejaculation Decreased Arousal Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder (PGAD) Pain With Intercourse (dyspareunia) Endometriosis Symptoms Related To Perimenopause or Menopause Dysmenorrhea (Painful Menstruation)

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Pregnancy and Postpartum

Prenatal Health Post-pregnancy Recovery Pregnancy-related Back Pain Incontinence Diastasis Recti Painful C-section, Tearing, Episiotomy Scars Back To Exercise or Running

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Endometriosis

Pelvic Pain

Painful Periods

Pain During Intercourse

Pain During Urination or Bowel Movements

Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

Bladder Issues

Digestive Issues

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Menopause

Vaginal or Vulvar Dryness

Vaginal or Vulvar Burning

Vulvar Itching

Sexual Difficulty

Pain During Sex

Increased Urinary Tract Infections

Pelvic Floor Muscle Weakness

Pelvic Floor Muscle Overactivity

Urinary Incontinence and Fecal Incontinence

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

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Pediatric Health Services

Daytime Urinary Incontinence

Bowel Incontinence

Bed-wetting

Constipation and Painful Bowel Movements

Abdominal Pain and Bloating

Orthopedic and Sports Injuries

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Orthopedic Issues

Chronic Muscle or Joint Pain

Acute Injuries

Temporal Mandibular Pain / Dysfunction (TMJ)

Pediatric Orthopedic Conditions

Groin / Adductor or Other Muscle Strains In The Pelvic Region

Low Back Pain

Neck Pain

Labral Tears or Other Injuries Of The Hip Joint

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Lymphatic Drainage

Swelling In Upper and Lower Extremities and / or Genitals Pelvic Congestion Swelling In Abdomen Related To Constipation Chronic Venous Insufficiency Painful Varicose Veins

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Pelvic Pain in People with Male Anatomy

Pain with sitting

Pain at scrotum or testicles

Abdominal sensitivity or pain

Sensitivity at tip of penis

Penile changes – such as “shrink” or doesn’t enlarge like it used to

Erectile dysfunction

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— CONDITIONS WE TREAT

Pelvic Pain and Dysfunction

Pelvic Muscle Dysfunction Pelvic Pain Non-bacterial Prostatitis / Chronic Pelvic Pain Pelvic Congestion Vulvodynia / Vestibulodynia / Clitorodynia Prostatodynia Testicular and Penile Pain Premature Ejaculation Decreased Arousal Pain In Perineum Pudendal Neuralgia and Other Neuralgia / Neuritis Of Abdomino-pelvic Nerves Groin Pain, Coccyx Pain, Back Pain, Hip Pain Pediatric Pain and Dysfunction

Pelvic Pain and Dysfunction Service Page

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Bladder and Bowel Disorders

Urgency and Fequency Of Urination Urinary Incontinence or Retention Of Urine Prolapse Benign Prostate Hypertrophy (BPH) Interstitial Cystitis / Painful Bladder Syndrome Abdominal Pain and / or Bloating Constipation, Straining, Incomplete Emptying Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Fecal Incontinence

Go to the Bladder & Urinary Incontinence Service Page Book An Appointment

Postsurgical Needs

Post-abdominal Surgery Care (Such As Hernia Surgery or Endometriosis Excision Surgery)

Pelvic Surgery Care

Post-prostatectomy Care

After Labral Tear Repair Of The Hip

Postsurgical needs

Book An Appointment

Sexual Pain and Dysfunction and Reproductive Health

Pain or Difficulty With Orgasm Erectile Dysfunction Premature Ejaculation Decreased Arousal Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder (PGAD) Pain With Intercourse (dyspareunia) Endometriosis Symptoms Related To Perimenopause or Menopause Dysmenorrhea (Painful Menstruation)

Go to Pain and Dysfunction Service Page

Book An Appointment

Pregnancy and Postpartum

Prenatal Health

Post-pregnancy Recovery

Pregnancy-related Back Pain

Incontinence

Diastasis Recti

Painful C-section, Tearing, Episiotomy Scars

Back To Exercise or Running

Go to Pregnancy and Postpartum Service Page

Book An Appointment

Endometriosis

Pelvic Pain

Painful Periods

Pain During Intercourse

Pain During Urination or Bowel Movements

Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

Bladder Issues

Digestive Issues

Go To Endometriosis Service Page

Book An Appointment

Menopause

Vaginal or Vulvar Dryness Vaginal or Vulvar Burning Vulvar Itching Sexual Difficulty Pain During Sex Increased Urinary Tract Infections Pelvic Floor Muscle Weakness Pelvic Floor Muscle Overactivity Urinary Incontinence and Fecal Incontinence Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Go to Menopause Services Page

Book An Appointment

Pediatric Health Services

Daytime Urinary Incontinence Bowel Incontinence Bed-wetting Constipation and Painful Bowel Movements Abdominal Pain and Bloating Orthopedic and Sports Injuries

Go To Pediatric & Adolescent Health Services Page Book An Appointment

Orthopedic Issues

Chronic Muscle or Joint Pain Acute Injuries Temporal Mandibular Pain / Dysfunction (TMJ) Pediatric Orthopedic Conditions Groin / Adductor or Other Muscle Strains In The Pelvic Region Low Back Pain Neck Pain Labral Tears or Other Injuries Of The Hip Joint

Go To Orthopedic Services Page

Book An Appointment

Lymphatic Drainage.

After Lymph Node Removal Swelling In Upper and Lower Extremities and / or Genitals Pelvic Congestion Swelling In Abdomen Related To Constipation Chronic Venous Insufficiency Painful Varicose Veins

Go To Lymphatic Drainage Service Page

Book An Appointment

Pelvic Pain in People with Male Anatomy

Pain with sitting Pain at scrotum or testicles Abdominal sensitivity or pain Sensitivity at tip of penis Penile changes – such as “shrink” or doesn’t enlarge like it used to Erectile dysfunction

Go To Pelvic Pain in People with Male Anatomy Service Page Book An Appointment

Services and Treatment Options

Evaluation and Diagnosis

For individuals coping with long-term pain or symptoms such as urinary urgency, initiating pelvic floor therapy begins with an in-depth examination of current function. Our experienced physical therapy team conducts comprehensive assessments, including a meticulous review of your health history and a detailed physical evaluation. This approach allows us to tailor treatment programs precisely to each patient’s particular needs and conditions.

Individualized Treatment Plans

Our team of physical therapists is proficient in a wide variety of treatment approaches, employing both internal and external manual therapies such as myofascial release, trigger point techniques, connective tissue release, and craniosacral therapy. In select cases, we carefully mobilize pelvic organs to support improved functional outcomes. We integrate biofeedback into our practice to aid muscle retraining and provide patients with specific exercises to continue at home, maximizing results between in-clinic sessions. Additionally, we occasionally implement adjunctive therapies, including cold laser applications, heat and ice treatments, electrical stimulation, and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, to reinforce manual interventions. Neuromuscular re-education forms a key element of our approach, focusing on exercises that restore coordination and proper muscle function for everyday movements like walking, sitting, and standing, promoting pain-free activity and preventing recurrent problems. We also partner closely with referring physicians and healthcare providers to develop customized exercise programs tailored to the patient’s condition. Weekly, our therapists dedicate time to continuing education, remaining up-to-date on emerging techniques and scientific advances in pelvic floor care.

Why Choose Beyond Basics Physical Therapy in Brooklyn?

Unmatched Expertise Our therapists are highly trained in all aspects of pelvic floor care and have extensive experience in addressing a wide range of dysfunctions. This proficiency allows us to deliver precise treatments and empower you with the knowledge to improve your pelvic floor health effectively.

Comprehensive Approach We consider the pelvic floor in relation to the entire body and take into account all physical and emotional factors when designing treatment plans. Our goal is to provide care that addresses every issue connected to pelvic floor dysfunction.

Individualized Care Because pelvic floor dysfunction varies from person to person, we tailor our exercises and therapeutic plans to meet the unique requirements and objectives of each patient, ensuring maximum benefit.