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A Woman’s Guide to Pelvic Health Physical Therapy in the Twin Cities

by | Oct 15, 2025 | Pelvic Health

hips and tummy of a lady, with therapists hands working on her hips

For the active women of the Twin Cities, balancing career ambitions, fitness goals, and a bustling family life is second nature. But if you have been quietly dealing with unexpected bladder leakage during workouts, persistent pelvic pain, or a constant feeling of pressure, it’s time to address these concerns directly.

At PRO Therapy, we believe you deserve to feel strong, confident, and in control of your body at every stage of life. That is why we are proud to offer specialized Pelvic Health Physical Therapy services for our communities in Northeast Minneapolis and Coon Rapids.

Understanding Your Core Foundation: The Pelvic Floor

Your pelvic floor is a vital group of muscles at the base of your pelvis, forming the foundation of your core. This muscular system supports your bladder, uterus, and rectum, while also stabilizing your spine and controlling bladder and bowel functions.

For active women, particularly those aged 25-55, this system is under constant demand. High-impact activities like running, lifting, and even chasing after children can lead to symptoms that, while common, are not normal:

Incontinence: Leaking urine or stool when you laugh, cough, jump, or run (Stress Incontinence).

Pelvic Pain: Experiencing pain during intercourse, with tampon insertion, or a general sense of discomfort in the pelvic area.

Postpartum Recovery Challenges: Lingering abdominal separation (Diastasis Recti), C-section scar tissue pain, or a feeling of core weakness long after delivery.

Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP): A sensation of heaviness or a bulge in the pelvic region.

Often, persistent low back or hip pain can also be traced back to a pelvic floor imbalance.

PRO Therapy’s Comprehensive Approach: Beyond Kegels

Pelvic Health Physical Therapy is a specialized, non-surgical treatment designed to restore the strength, flexibility, and coordination of your entire core system.

What Differentiates Our Approach?

Our care is built on a foundation of personalized, goal-oriented treatment plans. We don’t just treat a symptom; we partner with you to achieve your specific goals, whether that means training for a marathon, enjoying a pain-free sex life, or lifting your child without concern.

physical therapist working on a lady's hipsOur expert physical therapists utilize advanced techniques, including:

Manual Therapy: This hands-on approach releases trigger points and muscular tension in the pelvic floor and surrounding areas (hips, low back, abdomen). It is crucial for effectively treating conditions like painful intercourse and mobilizing scar tissue.

Core Coordination Training: We teach you how to properly engage your deep core unit—the diaphragm, transverse abdominis, and pelvic floor—during functional movements like lifting, squatting, and running.

Biofeedback & Education: We empower you with the tools to understand how to correctly contract and, just as importantly, fully relax your pelvic floor muscles for optimal function.

Specialized Pelvic Health Services in Minneapolis & Coon Rapids

We are equipped to help you overcome the most common challenges faced by women in our local communities, including:

Pregnancy & Postpartum Recovery (including C-section rehabilitation)

Stress & Urge Incontinence

Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia)

Pelvic Organ Prolapse Management

Chronic Constipation and Bowel Dysfunction

Ready to Be PRO-Active About Your Pelvic Health?

You do not have to live with pelvic discomfort or limitations. Our team in the Twin Cities is here to provide expert, compassionate care so you can return to your life with confidence—free from the fear of leakage, pain, or pressure.

Take the first step toward a stronger foundation. Contact our Northeast Minneapolis or Coon Rapids clinic today to schedule a consultation.

Dr. Kevin Spahr has extensive expertise in post-surgical rehab, work-related injuries, sports injuries and motor vehicle accidents. He has clinical experience in treating all regions of the body including neck, back, shoulder, elbow, hand/wrist, hip, knee, and ankle/foot orthopedic conditions.
Dr. Kevin Spahr

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Trevor F.
Dr. Lily is phenomenal at what she does and will get you fixed up right away. After working with her within months I was back at my strength levels and hit new PRs. I'd go back in a heartbeat.
Liz R.
I have struggled with back and hip pain for several years. ProTherapy is the first place that I found made consistent progress to healing. The combination of physical therapy and Stem Wave has made such a difference in my mobility and pain relief. The staff are so knowledgeable, kind, and put 100% of themselves into their work with patients. If you have been struggling to find relief from your pain, I would highly recommend trying ProTherapy
Hy F.
Lily, is extremely good at what she does. She's been vital in managing injuries during marathon prep and recovery from injuries. Highly recommend choosing PRO Therapy for your PT needs, especially if you're a runner.
Ron D.
I had a very good experience working with Dr. Kelvyn Van Laarhoven at Pro Therapy. I came to Pro Therapy with lingering soreness in my left hip area from hip replacement surgery 2.5 years ago. And I had a flare up of low back pain. Dr. Kelvyn worked with me and showed me how to do several exercises that helped resolve the hip and back issues. I do feel better. I had approximately 14 - 16 appointments over a 3 - 4 month period. I am very satisfied with the outcome of my PT, working with Dr. Kelvyn and Pro Therapy.
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Kiersten S.
Very welcoming staff! Dr. Lily was very detailed oriented and encouraging!
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The PRO Therapy has great people that are very knowledgeable, respectful and friendly whose utmost interest is their patient's wellbeing. That was my experience with PRO Therapy. I was able to openly talk about my fears and asked lots of questions which they listened patiently and attentively and responded in an utmost professionalism. I have come a long way from the time of my first therapy, I am doing very well now, and I am so grateful to PRO Therapy for their best treatment administered to me and the excellent and professional way I was treated.
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Great experience with Pro Therapy they have been more than helpful and knowledgeable with my physical therapy needs and the staff is exceptional! Highly recommend!
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I've had PT in many locations from many different providers. ProTherapy is the most upbeat group of EXPERT DPTs that will motivate, guide, and support you as you regain strength, flexibility or wherever you may be on your journey to greater health. And they are FUN!!
ProTherapy has been a great partner for me through back and knee rehab along with pre- and post- hip replacement care. ProTherapy rocks!

Dr. Lily is my PT hero! It's hard to say goodbye after so many issues addressed. But time to head out on my own knowing that ProTherapy will be there for me should I need them again.

Thanks again to my ProTherapy PT family!
Darlyne J.
Thank you, Pro Therapy, for excellent service and guidance for my left hip injuries. What a difference I am experiencing after dry needling, the targeted exercises, and lately the fantastic Stem Wave therapy. Special shout-out to Dr. Lilly.