Sherman Oaks residents seeking pelvic health care can take confidence in our team’s specialized background—our physical and occupational therapistss have undergone advanced training in pelvic floor anatomy and physiology. While pelvic floor physical and occupational therapy is still a growing niche within physical and occupational therapy, its importance and demand are rising quickly, and we’re proud to offer our services. Our care is comprehensive—we look at the body and mind together.
If you’re in Sherman Oaks and struggling with challenges in the musculoskeletal, nervous, urologic, gastrointestinal, or reproductive systems, we encourage you to reach out. Many people suffer quietly with bladder control issues, constipation, pain during intimacy, or persistent pelvic pain, often unaware that physical and occupational therapy can help. Whether the cause is pregnancy, surgery, or menopause, we invite you to explore more detailed information about these conditions on our website.
Sherman Oaks residents seeking pelvic health care can take confidence in our team’s specialized background—our physical and occupational therapistss have undergone advanced training in pelvic floor anatomy and physiology. While pelvic floor physical and occupational therapy is still a growing niche within physical and occupational therapy, its importance and demand are rising quickly, and we’re proud to offer our services. Our care is comprehensive—we look at the body and mind together.
If you’re in Sherman Oaks and struggling with challenges in the musculoskeletal, nervous, urologic, gastrointestinal, or reproductive systems, we encourage you to reach out. Many people suffer quietly with bladder control issues, constipation, pain during intimacy, or persistent pelvic pain, often unaware that physical and occupational therapy can help. Whether the cause is pregnancy, surgery, or menopause, we invite you to explore more detailed information about these conditions on 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)
- 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
- 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
- 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)
- 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
Treatment:
How We Can Help You
Living in Sherman Oaks and coping with pelvic floor symptoms? A specialized physical and occupational therapy evaluation can help uncover the root of the issue and pave the way to recovery. Your session will begin with a discussion about your history, symptoms, and past treatments—especially those that didn’t provide the relief you needed. We know that many patients feel overlooked before finding us. Our therapists listen closely and then conduct a full-body evaluation, examining muscle function, nerves, joints, and movement habits.
Once your assessment is complete, your therapist will review everything with you, explaining what might be causing your discomfort. You’ll be given a treatment plan designed to meet your unique needs—with short-term goals to reduce symptoms and long-term goals to improve function. Most clients from Sherman Oaks attend physical and occupational therapy one or two times weekly for about 12 weeks. Home exercises and collaboration with other providers support your recovery. Our team is here to help you get back to feeling like yourself again.
Treatment:
How We Can Help You
Living in Sherman Oaks and coping with pelvic floor symptoms? A specialized physical and occupational therapy evaluation can help uncover the root of the issue and pave the way to recovery. Your session will begin with a discussion about your history, symptoms, and past treatments—especially those that didn’t provide the relief you needed. We know that many patients feel overlooked before finding us. Our therapists listen closely and then conduct a full-body evaluation, examining muscle function, nerves, joints, and movement habits.
Once your assessment is complete, your therapist will review everything with you, explaining what might be causing your discomfort. You’ll be given a treatment plan designed to meet your unique needs—with short-term goals to reduce symptoms and long-term goals to improve function. Most clients from Sherman Oaks attend physical and occupational therapy one or two times weekly for about 12 weeks. Home exercises and collaboration with other providers support your recovery. Our team is here to help you get back to feeling like yourself again.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the services offered at PHRC's Los Angeles location?
We provide pelvic health physical and occupational therapy for a broad spectrum of conditions at our Los Angeles office. Our therapists are skilled in treating pelvic pain, urinary and bowel dysfunction, and aiding recovery from childbirth or injury using gentle, evidence-informed care.
Who can benefit from PHRC's services?
PHRC Los Angeles supports all individuals with pelvic health concerns. Whether you’re a postpartum mom, dealing with chronic pelvic pain, or navigating changes related to aging, we’re here to help.
What are the office hours at PHRC's Los Angeles location?
Open weekdays—Monday through Friday—from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
How can I contact PHRC's Los Angeles location?
Reach out to us by calling (424) 293-2305, faxing (424) 293-2307, or emailing [email protected].
What is the address of PHRC's Los Angeles location?
We’re located at 11500 W Olympic Blvd, Suite 470, Los Angeles, CA 90064.
What is the experience of the practitioners at PHRC's Los Angeles location?
Our clinical team in Los Angeles brings years of advanced training in pelvic health to the table. Patients coming from Sherman Oaks can expect personalized treatment that addresses everything from urinary issues to pelvic pain. Our clinic is also nationally recognized, ensuring you’re in capable hands from the start.
Does PHRC offer virtual consultations or telehealth services?
We do. Our telehealth platform is ideal for patients in Sherman Oaks who may not be able to commute regularly. Whether you need postpartum support or treatment for pelvic pain syndromes like CPPS or vestibulodynia, our virtual consultations are as effective as they are convenient.
Does PHRC accept insurance for their services?
While we are out-of-network with insurance, we equip Sherman Oaks patients with a comprehensive superbill to help them pursue reimbursement through their insurance providers. Many of our clients receive partial refunds for the services rendered.
How do I know if I should make an appointment at PHRC's Los Angeles location?
If you’re in Sherman Oaks and dealing with symptoms involving pelvic pain, urinary or bowel function, or sexual health, PHRC Los Angeles is here to support you. Don’t wait—healing begins with a single call.
11500 W Olympic Blvd, Ste 470, Los Angeles, CA 90064
