The Pelvic Floor Place

The Pelvic Floor Place is a premier pelvic floor rehabilitation clinic in Vancouver, WA, founded by Dr. Christina Trautman, PRPC. It specializes in treating pregnancy and postpartum care, pain syndromes, pelvic organ prolapse, incontinence, and pelvic pain. The clinic offers both in-person and telehealth appointments for women of all ages, as well as pediatric treatments for bowel and bladder dysfunction. Dr. Trautman created the business with a desire to help women rehabilitate after having babies and reverse symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction.

The clinic operates on a cash, card, HSA, or FSA payment basis at the time of service and does not bill insurance directly. They are out of network with all insurance plans but provide a superbill receipt for patients to seek reimbursement. This model allows them to spend an hour with each patient, which they believe is more important than being in-network. Most insurance plans typically reimburse between 60-80% of the cost using this superbill.

The clinic offers a variety of services including prenatal physical therapy, postpartum physical therapy, pelvic floor physical therapy, and pediatric pelvic floor therapy. They also provide online physical therapy courses that allow patients to go at their own pace with downloadable exercises. All services are offered either in the clinic or online through telehealth appointments.

Dr. Christina Trautman holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Pacific University and a bachelor’s degree in Life Science from the University of Portland. She has received certifications from Herman and Wallace, including Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner, Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Pediatric Pelvic Floor certification. She also has training in STOTT Rehab Pilates Mat and Reformer, NAIOMT, and ASTYM manual therapy.

The clinic treats women of all ages, with a specific focus on those during pregnancy, postpartum, and through menopause. They also provide specialized care for children suffering from bowel and bladder dysfunction. Men are not currently treated at this location.

The clinic offers a free 15-minute video consultation where patients can discuss their specific needs with Dr. Trautman. This initial step allows patients to determine if the clinic is a good fit before scheduling a full appointment. The consultation is designed to help patients understand their options and feel comfortable with the treatment plan.

The clinic does not require a referral to see a physical therapist under Washington law, known as direct access. However, if a patient sees their OBGYN, midwife, or PCP and receives a referral, they are welcome to bring it in. This flexibility makes it easier for patients to begin their rehabilitation journey quickly.

Reviewers consistently praise the staff for being friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. Many patients mention feeling comfortable throughout the entire process and experiencing significant improvement in their symptoms. The staff is noted for taking the time to listen to concerns and providing personalized treatment options.

The clinic emphasizes a holistic and gentle approach to treating the pelvis and structures within the body that alter pelvic floor mechanics. They focus on corrective pelvic floor exercises to help women reach their fitness goals and reverse dysfunction. This method is designed to create strong women of all ages by addressing the root cause of their pain.

The clinic offers a comprehensive evaluation that includes a subjective assessment of symptoms and a physical assessment of posture, alignment, and pelvic structure. Depending on the patient's comfort level and symptoms, an internal and external exam of the pelvic floor may be performed. This thorough evaluation helps in diagnosing the cause of symptoms and creating an effective treatment plan.

The clinic provides a variety of exercises and education to help children with incontinence, bed-wetting, and constipation. The exercises for kids are described as looking more like play, making them gentle and engaging for young patients. This approach helps in treating bowel and bladder dysfunction effectively in a child-friendly manner.

The clinic offers online physical therapy courses that allow patients to learn at their own pace in the privacy of their home. These courses include videos full of education and downloadable exercises. This option is particularly useful for patients who prefer to work out from home or have scheduling constraints.

The Pelvic Floor Place is located at 3205 NE 78th St, Minnehaha, Washington.

You can reach The Pelvic Floor Place by phone at 9713191517.

The official website of The Pelvic Floor Place is thepelvicfloorplace.com.