If discomfort in the pelvic region is impacting your life in Redwood City, professional pelvic floor therapy can help restore comfort and function. Our therapists have completed advanced post-graduate training in pelvic floor anatomy and function, allowing us to deliver expert care that addresses both your symptoms and overall well-being. We take a holistic approach that emphasizes your complete health and quality of life.
For patients in Redwood City experiencing pelvic pain, urinary leakage, or sexual dysfunction that may be related to musculoskeletal, neurological, gastrointestinal, reproductive, or urinary issues, our team is here to provide support. These symptoms may develop due to trauma, surgery, pregnancy, or medications. For detailed information about specific conditions and treatment options, please visit the relevant sections of our website.
If discomfort in the pelvic region is impacting your life in Redwood City, professional pelvic floor therapy can help restore comfort and function. Our therapists have completed advanced post-graduate training in pelvic floor anatomy and function, allowing us to deliver expert care that addresses both your symptoms and overall well-being. We take a holistic approach that emphasizes your complete health and quality of life.
For patients in Redwood City experiencing pelvic pain, urinary leakage, or sexual dysfunction that may be related to musculoskeletal, neurological, gastrointestinal, reproductive, or urinary issues, our team is here to provide support. These symptoms may develop due to trauma, surgery, pregnancy, or medications. For detailed information about specific conditions and treatment options, please visit the relevant sections of our website.
Symptoms
Bladder Symptoms
- Urinary urgency, frequency, hesitancy and pain in the absence of infection
- Weak urinary stream
- Leaking urine (incontinence)
- Urethra and bladder pain
- Pain before, during or after urination
- Nocturia (nighttime urination)
- Pediatric bed wetting (nocturnal enuresis)
Male Sexual Symptoms
- Erectile dysfunction: poor quality, inability to achieve erection, inability to maintain erection, premature ejaculation
- Decreased force or inability to ejaculate
- Climacturia (incontinence with orgasm)
- Post ejaculaory pain: tip and/or shaft of penis, perineum, scrotum
- Discoloration in penis/scrotum/perineum
Male Pelvic Pain Symptoms
- Burning, itching, aching, or other types of pain in the penis, scrotum, testicles, perineal and/or anal area
- Pain with sitting, certain types of exercises, and certain types of clothing
- Post ejaculatory pain in the penis, scrotum and/or perineum
- Gastrointestinal distress, bloating, and/or constipation
- Symptoms can be provoked, such as in response to ejaculation or exercise, or unprovoked and spontaneous
- Symptoms may be intermittent or constant
Bowel Symptoms
- Straining to evacuate stool
- Adult and pediatric constipation
- Need for excessive toilet paper
- Fecal and/or gas leakage and incontinence
- Hemorrhoids and fissures
- Pain before, during or after bowel movements
- Anal/rectal pain, burning or itching
Female Sexual Symptoms
- Inability or decreased ability to lubricate
- Pain upon vaginal penetration, with deep penetration only, and/or continuous pain with penetration
- Clitoral pain, hypersensitivity to touch
- Pain and/or burning after sexual contact
- Inability to orgasm, diminished orgasm
- Urinary incontinence during sexual activity
- Climacturia (incontinence with orgasm)
Female Pelvic Pain Symptoms
- Burning, itching, aching or other types of pain in the vulva, vagina, perineal, and/or anal area
- Pain with intercourse, hypersensitivity when wearing pants and/or underwear, and pain with sitting
- Exercise may provoke or exacerbate symptoms
- Abdominal bloating, gastrointestinal distress, and constipation
- Symptoms can be provoked, meaning with penetrative intercourse or tampon insertion, or unprovoked and spontaneous
- Symptoms can be intermittent or constant
Transgender Pelvic Health Symptoms
- Pain from surgical scars
- Pain with vaginal penetration
- Inability to achieve vaginal penetration
- Difficulty or inability to achieve orgasm
- Urinary dysfunction including urgency, frequency, hesitancy, incontinence and spraying
- Pelvic and low back pain
Chronic Prostatitis/ Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome Symptoms
- Aching, pressure, or sharp pain in the perineum, pubic area, or lower abdomen
- Discomfort that feels like it’s coming from the testicles, tip of the penis, or inside the urethra
- Urgency, frequency, weak stream, or the sensation that you can’t fully empty your bladder
- Burning or stinging, even when no infection is present
- Tightness or aching that overlaps with pelvic discomfort
- A sense of heaviness, pressure, or tight muscles in the pelvic floor area
Treatment:
How We Can Help You In Redwood City
If pelvic pain or dysfunction is affecting your life in Redwood City, scheduling an evaluation with a pelvic health physical and occupational therapist is a critical first step toward relief. In this session, your therapist will review your medical background, discuss the symptoms you are experiencing, examine previous diagnoses, and assess the results of any prior treatments. Many patients feel drained or overlooked before seeking care, which is why we focus on understanding your unique story and conducting a full physical assessment of muscles, nerves, joints, and movement patterns.
Afterward, your therapist will break down the findings and help you understand how your symptoms may have developed. You will be provided with a personalized plan that includes measurable goals for both short-term relief and long-term wellness. Most Redwood City patients participate in one to two sessions per week for roughly twelve weeks and receive a home exercise program tailored to their needs. Your therapist will also coordinate with other healthcare providers as needed, ensuring a comprehensive approach to restoring function, reducing pain, and improving quality of life.
Treatment:
How We Can Help You In Redwood City
If pelvic pain or dysfunction is affecting your life in Redwood City, scheduling an evaluation with a pelvic health physical and occupational therapist is a critical first step toward relief. In this session, your therapist will review your medical background, discuss the symptoms you are experiencing, examine previous diagnoses, and assess the results of any prior treatments. Many patients feel drained or overlooked before seeking care, which is why we focus on understanding your unique story and conducting a full physical assessment of muscles, nerves, joints, and movement patterns.
Afterward, your therapist will break down the findings and help you understand how your symptoms may have developed. You will be provided with a personalized plan that includes measurable goals for both short-term relief and long-term wellness. Most Redwood City patients participate in one to two sessions per week for roughly twelve weeks and receive a home exercise program tailored to their needs. Your therapist will also coordinate with other healthcare providers as needed, ensuring a comprehensive approach to restoring function, reducing pain, and improving quality of life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the services offered at PHRC’s San Francisco location?
At the San Francisco clinic, PHRC delivers comprehensive pelvic floor therapy designed to address a wide range of conditions. Through evidence-based physical and occupational therapy techniques, we support patients recovering from childbirth, managing chronic pain, or experiencing functional challenges, with care plans tailored to each individual.
Who can benefit from PHRC’s services?
PHRC welcomes individuals of all ages and genders who are experiencing pelvic floor issues. Whether symptoms include pain, discomfort, or difficulty with daily functions, our services are structured to provide meaningful improvement and long-term relief.
What are the office hours at PHRC’s location?
The San Francisco office operates Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM, allowing patients to access consistent, high-quality care and professional guidance during regular business hours.
How can I contact PHRC’s San Francisco location?
For inquiries, reach us by phone at (415) 440-7600, fax at (415) 440-6803, or email [email protected].
What is the address of PHRC’s San Francisco location?
We are situated at 2000 Van Ness Ave, Ste 603, San Francisco, CA 94109.
What is the experience of the practitioners at PHRC’s San Francisco location?
PHRC San Francisco employs highly qualified specialists with advanced training in pelvic floor rehabilitation. Patients from Redwood City can expect detailed assessments and personalized treatment plans for postpartum recovery, chronic pelvic pain, or complex pelvic health issues, ensuring high quality, individualized care.
Does PHRC offer virtual consultations or telehealth services?
Yes, telehealth services make advanced pelvic floor care accessible for Redwood City residents. Conditions including chronic pelvic pain, pregnancy or menopause-related changes, and other pelvic health concerns are managed remotely with professionalism, compassion, and evidence-based approaches.
Does PHRC accept insurance for their services?
PHRC operates as an out-of-network provider but assists Redwood City patients with insurance reimbursement. Detailed superbills are provided following each appointment, and many clients are able to receive partial reimbursement for therapy services.
How do I know if I should make an appointment at PHRC’s San Francisco location?
Any Redwood City resident experiencing pelvic floor problems due to childbirth, trauma, surgery, or chronic conditions should consider a consultation. The team is focused on restoring function, improving comfort, and enhancing quality of life.
2000 Van Ness Ave Ste 603, San Francisco, CA 94109
