WHAT WE TREAT
PELVIC FLOOR THERAPY
PELVIC FLOOR PROBLEMS WE TREAT
Not sure if pelvic health is the cause? Many of these symptoms are connected.
PELVIC FLOOR CONCERNS WE SEE EVERYDAY
BOWEL & BLADDER
Urinary incontinence, bladder urgency, constipation, painful bladder symptoms, and bowel control issues are common signs of pelvic floor dysfunction — but they are not something you have to accept as your normal.
At Health Elevated, we treat conditions such as overactive bladder, stress incontinence, interstitial cystitis (IC), endometriosis-related pelvic pain, and chronic bowel dysfunction with personalized, one-on-one pelvic floor therapy. Our approach goes beyond “just do Kegels” — we help you understand your body, calm irritation, restore coordination, and build lasting control and confidence.
“Amy has been a wonderful resource for me. She has given me new tools to use when experiencing pain from my IC and endometriosis. I have also been able to borrow books from her to better understand my body. Her love and passion for women’s health really shows in her amazing work!” ★★★★★
If bladder leaks, urgency, pelvic pain, or bowel struggles are disrupting your daily life in Southwest Michigan, you don’t have to keep managing it alone. Schedule your appointment and start getting real relief.
Symptoms
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Common Bladder Symptoms:
• urinary frequency aka urinating more than every 2-4 hours or more than 0-1 times per night
• urinary urgency, feeling a strong urge and/or leaking on the way to the bathroom
• Having to push or strain to empty your bladder
• A weak or slow urine stream (a dribble)
• Bladder leakage with coughing/laughing or activity like jumping or liftingCommon Bowel Symptoms:
• Feeling a constant urge to have a bowel movement or pressure in/around your rectum
• Having to push or strain to empty your bowels
• Hard lumpy bowel movements
• Bowel leakage
PREGNANCY & POSTPARTUM
Pelvic pain, leaking, abdominal separation, and feeling “off” during pregnancy or postpartum may be common — but they are not something you have to live with.
At Health Elevated, we provide expert, one-on-one pelvic floor therapy in St. Joseph, Michigan to support you through pregnancy and early postpartum recovery. We treat hip and pelvic pain, urinary incontinence, diastasis recti, core weakness, scar healing, and return-to-exercise concerns with individualized, evidence-based care.
“I started seeing Amy during my pregnancy to help with all of the hip pain I was experiencing. She took the time to get to know me and understand exactly what I was going through physically and mentally. She resolved all of my issues and made this experience so much less frightening — I am now pain free. She is kind, caring, respectful, and a great wealth of knowledge!” ★★★★★
If you’re in Southwest Michigan and want to feel strong, supported, and pain-free during pregnancy or after birth, we’re here to help you recover fully — not just get by.
Symptoms
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Pregnancy/PostPartum Options:
Treatment for:
• Pelvic Pain, heaviness or pressure or painful sex
• Urinary urgency and frequency
• Bladder leaks with coughing and sneezingPregnancy/Postpartum Support
• Optimizing the body for birth and postpartum
• Couples education for birth and postpartum
Pelvic Floor Therapy for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
Women living with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and hypermobility often experience pelvic pain, bladder symptoms, core instability, prolapse, and difficulty coordinating their pelvic floor. These symptoms are real — and they require a specialized approach.
At Health Elevated in St. Joseph, Michigan, we provide pelvic health therapy that understands the connective tissue differences, joint instability, and nervous system sensitivity associated with EDS. Treatment focuses on improving coordination, calming overactive muscles, building sustainable strength, and helping your core and pelvic floor function with your body — not against it.
“I found this practice through the Ehlers-Danlos Society listings, and from my very first appointment, I’ve been incredibly impressed. It is such a relief to work with someone who is truly knowledgeable about Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and understands the nuances of living with EDS.
Amy has been instrumental in helping me learn how to get my core to relax and function in conjunction with my body rather than constantly fighting against it. That alone has made a huge difference for me.
Beyond her expertise, she is warm, friendly, and genuinely listens. I always feel heard and supported in our sessions, and I genuinely look forward to each appointment.” ★★★★★
If you’re in Southwest Michigan and navigating EDS or hypermobility-related pelvic floor symptoms, you deserve care from someone who understands the complexity of your body. Schedule your appointment and start building stability, confidence, and control.
Symptoms
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Symptoms:
• pain with penetration initial or deep
• vaginal dryness itching or irritation
• pain after intercourse, muscle cramps or aching
Complex & Chronic Pelvic, Hip, Low Back & Tailbone Pain
Persistent pelvic, hip, low back, or tailbone pain is often more than a simple muscle strain. Conditions like endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain syndrome, painful sex, post-surgical pain, nerve irritation, and long-standing core dysfunction require a specialized, whole-body approach.
At Health Elevated in St. Joseph, Michigan, we treat complex and chronic pelvic pain with advanced pelvic floor therapy that addresses muscular coordination, nervous system sensitivity, scar mobility, breathing mechanics (including 360 breathing), and movement patterns that may be perpetuating pain.
This is not a quick-fix model. It’s thoughtful, individualized care designed to help you calm flare-ups, restore function, and feel safe in your body again.
“I cannot recommend Amy highly enough! From the very first session, it was clear how knowledgeable and experienced she is. She took the time to explain everything in a way that was easy to understand, and she made me feel comfortable and supported throughout the entire process.
Her personalized approach and genuine care have made a world of difference in my recovery and overall well-being. I’ve seen noticeable improvements thanks to her guidance, and I truly feel like I'm in the best hands. This has been a great experience. If you’re looking for a pelvic floor therapist who is professional, kind, and truly effective — look no further!” ★★★★★
If you’re in Southwest Michigan and living with ongoing pelvic or hip pain — especially if you’ve been told “everything looks normal” — you deserve a provider who understands complexity and knows how to treat it.
Schedule your appointment and start moving toward lasting relief.
Symptoms
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Symptoms:
• tailbone (cocyx) pain
• low back, SI joint or hip pain
• abdominal wall separation, doming or coning with movements or exertion
PERIMENOPAUSE AND MENOPAUSE SUPPORT
Perimenopause can begin as early as your mid-30s, bringing heavy or irregular periods, poor sleep, pelvic pain, bladder changes, and shifts in sexual function or orgasm. These symptoms may be common — but they are not something you have to “just live with.”
At Health Elevated in St. Joseph, Michigan, we provide specialized pelvic floor therapy and women’s health support to help you navigate perimenopause and menopause with strength and confidence. Our individualized, one-on-one approach addresses pelvic floor dysfunction, core changes, bladder symptoms, and sexual health concerns so you can feel like yourself again.
“I highly recommend Health Elevated for pelvic floor health/issues. Amy is extremely knowledgeable, kind, and compassionate and treats the entire patient very individually. I have not had success with other pelvic floor therapies, but have seen a lot of improvement in a short period of time working with Amy!” ★★★★★
If you’re in Southwest Michigan and want expert support during your 40s, 50s, and beyond, schedule your appointment and start feeling better — not just older.
Symptoms
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Common Symptoms:
•heavy painful or irregular periods
• vaginal dryness itching or irritation
• painful sex or no sex drive
• constipation, irregular or hard to evacuate bowels
PELVIC ORGAN PROLAPSE TREATMENT
Pelvic organ prolapse can cause heaviness, vaginal pressure, bulging, difficulty emptying your bladder or bowels, and a feeling that something is “falling out.” While prolapse is common after pregnancy, it can occur at any stage of life — especially during perimenopause and beyond.
These symptoms are real, treatable, and not “all in your head.”
At Health Elevated in St. Joseph, Michigan, we provide specialized pelvic floor therapy to improve muscle coordination, support pelvic organs, address scar tissue, and reduce pressure. Through individualized care, 360 breathing strategies, and functional strengthening, we help you feel stable, confident, and supported in daily life.
“I am so grateful for Amy! Her skills and knowledge are spot on. I went to see her between surgeries to address scar tissue and a couple other pelvic floor symptoms I had been struggling with. She has a thorough and compassionate approach that was so helpful!” ★★★★★
If you’re in Southwest Michigan and experiencing prolapse or post-surgical pelvic floor symptoms, schedule your appointment and get a clear plan for lasting relief.
Symptoms
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Common Symptoms
• feeling or heaviness pain or pressure in the pelvic floor
• low back pain• difficulty fully emptying the bladder/bowels
• weak or slow urine stream
• kids may keep straining to poop because they feel like there is something still there, causing their rectum to be partially expelled. In this case, the rectum has to be gently pressed back up inside the anus.
PELVIC FLOOR PROBLEMS CAN AFFECT ANYONE AT ANY AGE OR STAGE OF LIFE…
… LUCKILY, THAT’S EXACTLY THE AGES AND STAGES OF LIFE THAT WE CAN HELP WITH.
So book an appointment today, and get ready to live the life you’ve been missing out on – free from limitations and filled with joy.
