As pregnancy progresses, increasing weight puts more strain on the pelvic floor. Strengthen it to reduce common issues like urinary incontinence, low back pain, and pelvic pressure. Book in your second trimester.
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How is the health of your pelvic floor? Do you pee when you sneeze? Worried about abdominal separation or core strength? Wondering if your low back pain is connected to your pelvic floor? You’re in the right place.
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy focuses on the muscles of your pelvic floor and core—helping you reduce leakage, pain, pressure, and weakness, and restore confident movement. Since 2012, our Toronto clinic has supported thousands of people through pregnancy and postpartum, and pelvic floor physio remains one of our most in-demand services.
We offer appointments evenings and weekends, both in-clinic and online. Our dedicated pelvic health physiotherapists specialize in prenatal and postpartum care (prenatal visits typically begin 12 weeks+; postpartum visits from 6 weeks after birth).
Your first visit includes a thorough assessment and a personalized plan. With your informed consent, this may include internal vaginal and/or rectal palpation to accurately assess and treat the pelvic floor.
Namita Patel
Registered Physiotherapist - Pelvic Health, Women's Health, Orthopaedic
Accepting new patients
Namita is a Pelvic Floor and Orthopaedic Physiotherapist with over a decade of experience. Namita specializes in treating prenatal, postpartum, and menopausal women facing issues such as urinary incontinence, pelvic floor weakness, pelvic pain, and post-surgery recovery.
Namita's commitment to her field is evident through her continuous pursuit of knowledge and expertise. She has undertaken a diverse range of courses to enhance her skills, including pelvic health, visceral mobilization, acupuncture, manual therapy, rapid neurofascial reset, and the improvement of pelvic floor function through spinal manual therapy. This extensive training equips her with a versatile set of tools to address the unique needs of her patients effectively.
Namita's approach to physiotherapy is rooted in a comprehensive and holistic philosophy. She combines hands-on treatment with the development of individualized exercise programs and provides personalized education to empower her clients in managing their conditions. Her compassionate and patient-centered care ensures that each person receives the attention and guidance needed to achieve optimal health outcomes.
Beyond her professional practice, Namita is an enthusiastic advocate for women's health and well-being. She is dedicated to promoting awareness and understanding of pelvic health issues, contributing to the overall betterment of women's lives.
Outside of her work, Namita finds joy in exploring new places, embracing outdoor adventures, and cherishing quality moments spent with her friends and family.
Lamiya graduated from Queens University in 2012, with her masters in Physical Therapy. After working as a Orthopaedic Physiotherapist, Lamiya's passion for women's health led her to pursue further training in pelvic floor physiotherapy.
She works closely with patients who suffer from pelvic floor dysfunctions, with a focus on pre and post natal effects on the pelvic floor muscles. Her goal is to empower and help educate females to combat the effects of pregnancy and delivery on their bodies.
Using a variety of treatment modalities such as manual therapy, functional taping techniques and exercise prescription, Lamiya creates an individualized treatment plan geared to meeting a patients' goals!
In her spare time, Lamiya enjoys working up a sweat with yoga and spin classes!
Amanda Pereira
Registered Physiotherapist– Pelvic Health, Women’s Health
Accepting new patients
Amanda graduated with her Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from McMaster University in 2016. She has since worked with a variety of patients in different healthcare settings and continues to teach in the Physiotherapy program at McMaster University as an assistant clinical professor and as lecturer in the Physical Therapy program at University of Toronto. Amanda is a lifelong learner and continues to build on her experience with training in chronic pain management, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain, and incontinence. She is passionate about the role of physiotherapy in preventing disease and managing chronic pain.
Amanda is dedicated to providing client-centered care, which includes a balance of education, exercise, hands-on therapy, acupuncture, and self-management. Amanda has been practicing yoga for over 10 years and enjoys integrating yoga postures and relaxation techniques into rehabilitation. Her goal as a Physiotherapist is to help prenatal and postpartum patients regain their function and to be able to do things that are important to them.
When she’s not working, Amanda enjoys jogging, paddle boarding, hiking and cooking for friends and family.
Jocelyn Ye
Registered Physiotherapist - Pelvic Health, Women's Health, Orthopaedic
Jocelyn Ye is a dedicated Resident Physiotherapist with a strong commitment to supporting women in overcoming pelvic health challenges and achieving their health and wellness goals. She holds both her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology (HBScKin) and her Master's in Physiotherapy (MScPT) from McMaster University, where she developed a deep passion for women's health and the impact of pelvic health on quality of life.
Jocelyn's approach to physiotherapy is holistic and patient-centered, drawing on her extensive education and personal experiences to provide personalized care for issues such as urinary incontinence, pelvic floor dysfunction, and pelvic pain. Having personally experienced pelvic health concerns, she understands the physical and emotional challenges her clients face. This deeper connection allows her to foster a safe, supportive environment, where women feel empowered to address their concerns and reclaim their quality of life.
Jocelyn Ye is dedicated to continuous learning, having completed courses in pelvic health physiotherapy, and always actively seeking out opportunities to further strengthen her skillset. This commitment ensures her clients receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care tailored to their unique needs, helping them achieve optimal health and wellness.
In her spare time, Jocelyn enjoys exploring Toronto's vibrant cafe scene and is committed to ongoing professional development to stay at the forefront of women's health physiotherapy.
It’s often helpful and recommended at your initial visit to get a full picture of your pelvic health, but only if you’re comfortable. We’ll explain exactly what it involves and why, and you can decline or stop at any time. We can use alternatives like external assessment, movement testing, breathwork, and tailored exercises.
Not always, if you are experiencing tension kegels may be inappropriate to do, as doing them could potentially increase discomfort.
Yes, you are welcome to bring your baby to your appointment. We understand that it can be difficult for parents to find childcare during appointments and that bringing a baby may be necessary. However, we kindly request that parents understand that we have a schedule to keep and we cannot extend the treatment time to accommodate interruptions related to taking care of the baby.
Online appointments are similar to in person appointments but differ in that:
It’s a good alternative if you are unable to commute.
Crunches, getting up from a back-lying position, front planks, v-sit, boat pose, jumping, heavy lifting. These exercises can create a diastasis or make an existing one worse, by increasing pressure on your pelvic floor/abdominal region.
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