Physical Therapy - Unique Care For Women
The Women's Health program at Sternen Physical Therapy provides services unique to women. Physical therapists work with your health care team to offer you treatment options so you can make the best choices for your wellness and current situation.
Prenatal and Postpartum Physical Therapy & Fitness
Many women face new physical problems before, during, and after pregnancy and delivery. Physical therapists use a combination of treatment techniques and education to guide you through the pre and post partum stages of pregnancy.
- Pelvic girdle pain
- Low back pain
- Sciatic nerve pain
- Sacroiliac joint pain
- Pubic Symphysis Dysfunction
Post Surgical Scarring
Physical therapists can help release the scarring and myofascial restrictions that can develop from pelvic disease, after abdominal surgery, and after a mastectomy. Abolish pain and restore movement with our help.
Physical Therapy Treatment
Begin to live life with confidence. Advanced therapists use a variety of manual therapy, modalities, exercise, and patient education to help you take control of your women's health concern.
Manual Therapy
A variety of hands on techniques are used to release restrictions in the body's fascia, surrounding musculature, and joints.
- Myofascial Release
- Soft Tissue Mobilization
- Trigger Point Release
- Joint Mobilization
- Craniosacral Therapy
- Intravaginal Release
Exercise
A specific exercise program is designed to meet your needs. Pelvic floor programs include "Beyond Kegels" and Pilates Reformer. Osteoporosis programs use mild resistance training to build bone and improve posture and prevent falls. Post-mastectomy exercises restore range of motion and strength of the involved upper extremity. Prenatal & postpartum programs are designed to maximize your strength and comfort to care for yourself and your baby.
Meet our Lead Women's Health Therapist
Lisa Keyan, PT, DPT
Lisa has done specialty training to treat individuals with pelvic health dysfunction. Her focus is to help empower her patients and help them return to the activities they love without fear or limitation. She utilizes exercise and movement to help patients feel that they have control over their bodies and their recovery again. She also
Lisa has done specialty training to treat individuals with pelvic health dysfunction. Her focus is to help empower her patients and help them return to the activities they love without fear or limitation. She utilizes exercise and movement to help patients feel that they have control over their bodies and their recovery again. She also incoporates internal and external assessment and manual techniques including: myofascial release, cupping, and visceral mobilization to help her patients that are experiening pain and restriction.