Reclaim Your Pelvic Power

Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy in Calgary

Thank you Calgary!

for voting MAUD as #1 The Best Calgary Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Clinic - second year running!

We deeply appreciate the ongoing support and love our community provides us each day. MAUD Medical Clinic stands as your reliable Calgary medical health centre for pelvic floor physiotherapy. Our dedicated team employs a trauma informed approach to cater to a range of pelvic floor concerns for all, including incontinence, pessary fittings, prenatal and postnatal care, scar tissue care, pelvic pain, pain during sex and pelvic organ prolapse.

We are committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive space, where your pelvic floor physiotherapy journey is supported with compassion and professionalism. Book Today

Maud Medical Clinic is dedicated to providing compassionate and inclusive physiotherapy for gender-diverse individuals navigating their pelvic health journeys, including those undergoing transition. Our physiotherapists are committed to helping patients regain comfort, confidence, and well-being, ensuring that pelvic health is just one part of their story—not the defining one.

Birth Preparation

Prepare for birth with pelvic floor physiotherapy. Pelvic floor physiotherapy readies your body for birth by enhancing muscle strength, control, and flexibility. Tailored exercises and guidance ensure a healthier pelvic floor, supporting a smoother birthing experience.

Common Pelvic Floor-Related Concerns

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Pelvic floor physiotherapy addresses pelvic organ prolapse, a condition where pelvic organs shift from their normal positions. Strengthening weakened muscles through tailored exercises improves support, alleviates discomfort, and enhances overall pelvic health and function.

Stress Incontinence

Stress incontinence can stem from urine leakage during laughter, coughing, or exercise. Thankfully, pelvic floor physiotherapy helps strengthen pelvic muscles by enhancing control to prevent involuntary leaks, leaving you with a boost of confidence and comfort.

Decreased Sexual Sensation

Pelvic floor physiotherapy improves decreased sexual sensation. How so? With specialized exercises, it enhances pelvic muscle tone and blood flow. It promotes nerve responsiveness and sensitivity, leading to heightened sexual satisfaction and intimacy.

Gender Affirming Care

Maud Medical Clinic offers gender diverse pelvic floor physiotherpy in Calgary. prehabilitation; using binders, dilation therapy for vaginoplasty; post-op rehabilitation; reconditioning; scar tissue adhesions.

Postpartum Recovery

Pelvic floor physiotherapy supports postpartum recovery by addressing changes in the pelvic floor after birth. It restores muscle tone, alleviates discomfort, and aids healing, fostering a smoother transition to daily activities and overall well-being.

Constipation

Are you having constipation issues? If so, pelvic floor physiotherapy can help. Through specialized exercises, it enhances muscle coordination, encouraging proper bowel function and reducing strain for improved digestion and comfort.

Urgency & Frequency of Urination

Pelvic floor physiotherapy helps strengthen the bladder and pelvic floor muscles to enhance muscle control and reduce spasms from urgent and frequent urination. Therefore, it helps others regain better control to reduce the frequency of urgent restroom visits.

Pessary Fitting & Cleaning

A pessary is a device placed into the vagina to support the prolapsing vaginal walls and / or to support urinary continence. Those who are experiencing ‘bulging feeling’ in the vagina or have problems with involuntary leaking, feel the urge to pee. By fitting you with the right pessary, we not only contribute to the rehabilitation of pelvic floor muscle tone but also strengthen and enhance endurance. Our approach involves educating patients about their bodies, guiding effective pelvic floor movements, and providing exercises and strategies to enhance quality of life.

Pelvic Cancer Physiotherapy

Pelvic Floor physiotherapist can assist with rehab for pelvic symptoms following surgery, radiation or chemotherapy; scar tissue adhesions; dilator training; reconditioning; return to daily life functions.

Diastasis Recti

Diastasis Recti is a condition where abdominal muscles separate during pregnancy. With pelvic floor physiotherapy, it targets this issue. Tailored exercises to strengthen the abdominals and the pelvic floor aid in healing and closure for improved core stability.

Low Back/Hip Pain

Pelvic floor physiotherapy alleviates lower back and hip pain by addressing muscle imbalances. Targeted exercises enhance pelvic stability, reducing strain on surrounding areas. In turn, it helps promote proper alignment and provides lasting relief.

Pelvic Pain

Pelvic pain can stem from muscle tension, inflammation, or underlying conditions. Pelvic floor physiotherapy can help relax and strengthen muscles. In turn, it can alleviate discomfort and promote overall pelvic well-being under professional guidance.

Calgary Pessary Clinic

Ensuring the proper care and fitting of the right pessary for each patient is crucial at MAUD Medical Clinic. Pelvic Floor Physiotherapists are trained to provide expert fitting and comprehensive pessary care for Calgary women. Our pelvic health physiotherapists are uniquely positioned to successfully address and manage pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence using pessaries and advanced techniques.

Pelvic function and Neurological conditions

Our Physiotherapist Katty Oishi works with folks to improve pelvic function in Calgary due to neurological conditions. Referral by Neurologists are welcomed.

Find Accessible Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy in Calgary At MAUD

No one should have to overlook their pelvic function because of cost. We Are Maud Foundation may subsidize pelvic floor physiotherapy to qualifying individuals. (disability card / AISH). Application is required, funding is not guaranteed. If you have any further questions, feel free to contact our women’s health clinic in Calgary. 

Importance of Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy:

Before & After Pregnancy

Physical activity is crucial for the well-being of both body and mind during pregnancy. Engaging in targeted physical activity during and after pregnancy brings substantial advantages, fostering overall health and wellness. However, pregnant people may lack guidance regarding pelvic physiotherapy in Calgary, unaware of its significance or where to begin. At MAUD Medical Clinic, we provide essential knowledge and treatment to help you effectively navigate movements with a changing body for a healthier journey.

During Pregnancy

  • Improved Overall Health: Regular physical activity during pregnancy can help manage weight gain, improve cardiovascular health, and reduce the risk of gestational diabetes and pregnancy-induced hypertension.

  • Enhanced Mood & Mental Well-Being: Exercise releases endorphins, which can help alleviate stress, reduce anxiety and depression symptoms, and improve overall mood during pregnancy.

  • Increased Energy Levels: Despite the natural fatigue that comes with pregnancy, staying physically active can actually boost energy levels, improve sleep quality, and combat feelings of sluggishness.

  • Better Muscle Strength & Endurance: Engaging in pregnancy-specific exercises can help strengthen core muscles, improve posture, and reduce pregnancy-related discomfort, such as back pain.

After Pregnancy

  • Quicker Recovery & Weight Loss: Regular postpartum exercise can aid in recovering muscle strength, toning the body, and assisting in post-pregnancy weight loss. It also helps restore abdominal muscle tone after pregnancy.

  • Improved Mental Well-Being: Physical activity releases endorphins, which can help combat postpartum mood disorders, reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, and promote a positive outlook.

  • Increased Energy & Stamina: As new parents face increased demands, maintaining a regular exercise routine can enhance energy levels, boost stamina, and improve overall productivity in daily tasks and childcare.

  • Stress Reduction & Relaxation: Exercise provides an outlet for stress relief, promoting relaxation and aiding in better sleep quality, which is often disrupted during the postpartum period.

  • Enhanced Bonding With The Baby: Engaging in postnatal yoga or baby-wearing workouts can foster bonding between the parent and baby while benefiting both their physical and mental well-being.

Do You Want To Learn More About Pelvic Health?

Start Your Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Journey With MAUD

Elevate your well-being with us at MAUD Medical Clinic Calgary. Book a pelvic floor physiotherapy assessment and receive a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment aimed to empower and educate.
We’re dedicated to being there for your pelvic health journey by addressing various pelvic-related concerns, from prenatal to postpartum care, pain, sexual function, pelvic organ prolapse, incontinence, pessary fitting and cleaning.

Our multidisciplinary approach is built on a mission to make pelvic health accessible to all.

What People Are Saying About
Maud Medical Clinic

  • I feel so much relief in my hips after one physiotherapy treatment with Torri, she has been so caring and knowledgeable.


    — 50 years old

  • “I noticed a difference after the second treatment. I stopped leaking throughout the day”


    — 40 years old

  • “physiotherapy helped my incontinence greatly and it has enhanced my entire life. I have stopped waking up in the night to pee”


    — 54 years old

  • “Im excited to get back into exercising without leaking”


    — 36 years old

  • Love that womens health is finally being recognized and researched. Thank you for helping women like me feel better about ourselves


    — google review

  • “After my second child, I started to experience urge incontinence, EMSELLA helped me regain control”


    — 44 years old

  • “I had leaking for many years now, and it was only getting worse. EMSELLA fixed it. I’m glad there is a ladies clinic”


    — 63 years old

  • Thank the Betty for an amazing first physiotherapy session. I learnt quite a lot about myself and my anatomy. I loved my experience at Maud: everyone was so friendly and helpful

    -24 years old

FAQs About Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy in Calgary

  • During a session, a pelvic floor physiotherapist will thoroughly assess your specific concerns and develop a tailored treatment plan. This may involve internal or external muscle assessments, education on anatomy and proper muscle activation, manual therapy techniques, and exercises to strengthen or relax the pelvic floor muscles.

  • Pelvic floor physiotherapy should not be painful. The treatment is usually gentle and tailored to your comfort level. Some individuals may experience mild discomfort or pressure during internal assessments or certain manual techniques, but it is important to communicate with your physiotherapist about any discomfort, and they can adjust the treatment accordingly.

  • In many cases, a referral from a doctor is not required to see a pelvic floor physiotherapist. However, checking with your healthcare provider or insurance plan to confirm the requirements for accessing pelvic floor physiotherapy services is recommended.

  • Opting for a pessary can be a preferable choice for Calgary women seeking a non-invasive alternative to surgery to address symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse and/or urinary incontinence. Surgery may not be feasible for some women due to health considerations or personal preferences.

    For those awaiting surgery, a pessary serves as a viable interim solution, especially considering the potential wait time in Calgary for a surgical consultation and a surgery date can extend over a year. Additionally, the use of a pessary provides valuable insights to the medical team about potential implications following the lifting and support of pelvic organs.

    The unmasking of incontinence, as outlined above, occurs when a pessary lifts a prolapse, revealing a lack of support for the urethra, leading to urine leakage. This insight, obtained through fitting various pessary styles, helps identify co-existing structural issues and aids the medical team in determining the most appropriate course of action.

  • For those who want to explore pessary for incontinence in Calgary.

    Book in to see a MAUD Physiotherapist to be fitted for a pessary. At that time, a check in from MAUD Physician may be required prior to pessary insertion. If that is the case, doctor visits are covered by Alberta Health Care Plan.

  • If you are on your period, it will not affect your pelvic floor physiotherapy treatment
    Our Pelvic floor physiotherapist will still see you during menstruation.