Do I need a referral for pelvic floor physical therapy?

No, in Texas you can start physical therapy without a referral under direct access laws.

What symptoms can pelvic floor therapy help with?

We treat pelvic, back and hip pain, incontinence, pain with sex, postpartum issues, and more.

Pelvic floor physical therapy in Austin supporting pregnancy, birth & recovery.

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Pelvic floor PT in Austin, TX that gets you ready for birth, helps you recover with confidence & builds strength that lasts.

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Lady Bird Physical Therapy, Austin, TX, postpartum pelvic floor physical therapy — “Finding Lady Bird PT changed *everything*”

As a group fitness instructor, personal trainer, and lover of movement, having prolapse caused me to lose so much trust in myself and my body. I was scared to do basic movements, carry my daughter, go for walks.
From the moment I started working with Becky, I felt seen, safe, and supported. I wasn’t just another patient — Becky and the entire office were invested in me finding my way back to myself.
I’m now almost 2 years postpartum with my second daughter — a daughter I wouldn’t have had if it weren’t for Becky and Lady Bird PT helping me gain the physical and mental strength I needed to walk through life with prolapse.

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Happy Patients In Austin, TX:

Lady Bird Physical Therapy and Dr. Shannon Russell changed my life! I had chronic lower back and hip pain starting before but worsening during my pregnancy and lasting consistently through postpartum. It was so bad that at times I could not even pick up our infant son or walk upright at a normal posture. Little movements would leave me in sudden pain and I could not even turn over in bed. The pain made my husband and I question if we should have another child in the future; could my body handle it? My OBGYN at HCOBGYN recommended I see Lady Bird Physical Therapy. Dr. Shannon Russell diagnosed what was wrong in the first session. After just 1 session, I started having relief for the first time in years. I am now pain free and have been able to slowly start working out again! I cannot express enough thanks for what she did for me - she literally changed my life.
Lady Bird PT is truly a wonderful place! If you are looking for individualized and evidenced-based pelvic floor care from very knowledgeable and caring PTs, this is your place. My PT, Dr. Elizabeth, was amazing!! Highly skilled, easy to talk to, and responsive to my individual needs. Their birth prep program was so helpful to me as a first time mom and made me feel more confident and prepared for labor. Their postpartum care was instrumental in my recovery from a surprise c-section. Their office is welcoming and feels like a supportive community rather than a medical clinic. Lady Bird PT provides fantastic care!
Dr. Liz and the staff at Ladybird PT are amazing. I started seeing Dr. Liz during my pregnancy and she not only helped me manage a chronic back injury, but also helped with labor prep and postpartum recovery. The whole time, I felt so comfortable knowing that she was highly trained in and attuned to the specifics of the female body during pregnancy, and that she would prioritize the health of me AND my baby. After my delivery, my OB asked for her information so she could send all her pregnant patients to pelvic floor PT for labor prep! The staff makes you feel comfortable and relaxed during a vulnurable time. 10/10 recommend. :)

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