Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy in Boston, MA
Pelvic floor physical therapy treats the muscles at the foundation of your core, helping with leakage, pelvic pain, prolapse and pain with intimacy. At The METHOD in Boston, Doctors of Physical Therapy treat every gender in a private, one-on-one setting at our South End, Charlestown and Dorchester clinics.
Every body has a pelvic floor! The pelvic floor is the foundation of the body and deficits in strength and coordination of these muscles can lead to very common issues. At The METHOD, we treat every gender experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction.
We understand that it is difficult to talk about “down there”. No one should live with leakage or pelvic pain…just because something is common, doesn’t mean it's normal!
Conditions We Treat
Not sure if your condition is listed? Reach out to our team in South End, Charlestown or Dorchester and we will help you find the right next step.
- Pelvic pain
- Urinary or fecal leakage
- Urinary urgency and frequency
- Pain with intercourse or orgasm
- Sexual dysfunction
- Frequent UTIs
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Constipation
- Low back and hip pain
- Poor core strength
- Post-surgical recovery, including prostate procedures
Our Approach
Care for every gender
Every body has a pelvic floor. Pelvic floor physical therapy in Boston at The METHOD is for women and men experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction, from leakage and pelvic pain to post-surgical recovery. Just because a symptom is common does not mean it is normal, and you do not have to live with it.
A whole-body approach
The pelvic floor is the foundation of your core. We treat the body as a system, so we look at breathing, posture, strength and how you move, not just the pelvic floor in isolation. Back or hip pain that just won't clear up may be coming from the pelvic floor. It's all connected.
Strength and performance focused
If your pelvic floor isn't working well, you can't manage pressure inside your core, which leads to leaking or power loss during heavy lifts, running and high-impact sport. We help you sync your breathing and pelvic floor to maximize stability and output, so you can train the way you want.
What to Expect
Your first visit
Your first visit is a 60-minute, one-on-one evaluation in a private room. We walk through your history and goals, then perform a full-body assessment of movement, strength and mobility. Starting pelvic floor therapy can feel intimidating, so making you comfortable is a priority from day one.
Assessment on your terms
If an internal assessment is appropriate, we explain exactly what it involves and only move forward with your consent. It is always a collaborative decision. We can make significant progress with external techniques and specialized exercise. You will never be surprised, rushed or pressured.
Build you up
From there, we build a plan around your goals, combining pelvic floor retraining, breathing, core strength and full-body exercise. Whether your goal is to stop leaking, end pelvic pain or lift and run without symptoms, we progress you step by step back to the activities you love.
Why The METHOD in Boston
Pelvic health specialists
Our team includes Doctors of Physical Therapy who specialize in pelvic health for every gender, with a particular focus on active, performance-driven patients. Every session is one-on-one in a private, comfortable setting, so you can talk openly about what's going on "down there" and get real answers.
Your comfort comes first
Assessment and treatment are always collaborative. Your comfort and autonomy are our top priorities at every visit.
Three Boston locations
Pelvic floor physical therapy at our South End, Charlestown and Dorchester clinics.
Frequently Asked Questions
We've got answers to your questions! Prepare for an amazing experience when you visit The Method.
No. Everyone has a pelvic floor. While often associated with pregnancy, men also experience pelvic floor dysfunction, including pelvic pain, urinary issues, and post-surgical recovery (such as prostate-related procedures). Our clinics provide a private, comfortable environment for both men and women to address these concerns.
Common signs include leaking when you laugh, run, or jump (incontinence), frequent or urgent needs to use the bathroom, pelvic or genital pain, and pain during intimacy. If you feel "heaviness" in the pelvic region or have chronic lower back or hip pain that hasn't responded to traditional PT, your pelvic floor may be the missing piece. Back or hip pain that just can’t seem to clear up? Might be coming from the pelvic floor, it’s all connected
We understand that starting pelvic floor therapy can feel intimidating. That’s why creating a comfortable, supportive environment is a priority from day one. Your first visit is a 60-minute, one-on-one evaluation in a private room. We’ll walk through your history and goals, then perform a full-body assessment including movement, strength, and mobility. At The METHOD, we treat the body as a system so the pelvic floor is always considered. If an internal assessment is appropriate, we’ll explain exactly what it involves and only move forward with your consent. You’ll never be surprised, rushed, or pressured.
Absolutely. Your pelvic floor is the "bottom" of your core canister. If it isn't functioning correctly, you cannot manage intra-abdominal pressure effectively, which leads to power loss during heavy lifts or high-impact sports. We help you sync your breathing and pelvic floor to maximize your stability and output.
Not necessarily. Assessment and treatment are always a collaborative decision. While internal work can provide specific data, we can make significant progress using external techniques, and specialized exercise programming. Your comfort and autonomy are our top priorities.
