What to Expect During Your First Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Visit in Chattanooga
What to Expect During Your First Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Visit in Chattanooga
If you’ve been searching for pelvic floor therapy in Chattanooga, you might be wondering:
“What actually happens at the first visit… and is it awkward?”
You’re not alone. Many women delay getting help simply because they don’t know what to expect.
At Highlands Pelvic Health, Fitness & Physical Therapy, we specialize in in-home pelvic floor physical therapy in Chattanooga, helping women feel strong, confident, and supported—especially during pregnancy and postpartum.
Here’s exactly what your first visit will look like.
A Comfortable, In-Home Experience
Unlike traditional clinics, we come to you.
That means:
No commuting across Chattanooga traffic
No sitting in waiting rooms
No figuring out childcare
Whether you're in Hixson, Ooltewah, East Brainerd, Soddy Daisy, or surrounding Chattanooga areas, your session happens in the comfort of your home.
Babies and kids are always welcome.
Step 1: A Deep Conversation About Your Body & Goals
Your first session starts with a detailed conversation—not a rushed intake form.
We’ll talk through:
Pregnancy and birth history
Symptoms like leaking, pelvic pain, or pressure
Core strength and return to exercise goals
Your daily life (lifting kids, workouts, work demands)
Many women in Chattanooga are told their symptoms are “normal.”
But just because something is common doesn’t mean it’s something you have to live with.
Step 2: Full-Body Movement Assessment
Your pelvic floor is connected to your entire body.
We assess:
Posture
Breathing patterns
Core coordination
Hip and back strength
Functional movements (like squats, bending, lifting)
This allows us to treat the root cause, not just the symptoms.
Step 3: Pelvic Floor Assessment (Always Optional)
If appropriate and if you feel comfortable, we may perform an internal pelvic floor assessment.
This helps us evaluate:
Strength
Coordination
Tension
Endurance
Important to know:
This is always optional
You are in full control
There are external treatment options available
Your comfort is always the priority.
Step 4: Treatment Starts Day One
You won’t leave with just answers—you’ll leave with a plan.
Your first visit may include:
Hands-on manual therapy
Breathing and core connection work
Movement retraining
Pain relief strategies
Education on what’s normal vs. not normal
Our goal is to help you feel better immediately, not weeks later.
Step 5: A Personalized Plan That Fits Your Life
We create a plan based on:
Your goals
Your schedule
Your stage (pregnancy, postpartum, or beyond)
Most patients in Chattanooga benefit from:
Weekly or biweekly visits
4–8 sessions during pregnancy
Continued postpartum support
Everything is customized—no generic programs.
Why Women in Chattanooga Choose Highlands Pelvic Health
We are not your typical physical therapy clinic.
We offer:
One-on-one, hour-long sessions
In-home pelvic floor physical therapy
Pregnancy and postpartum specialists
A whole-body approach (not just Kegels)
You deserve care that actually fits your life.
Final Thoughts
If you’re experiencing:
Leaking with exercise or sneezing
Pelvic pain or pressure
Core weakness
Pain with intimacy
Difficulty returning to workouts
These are common—but not normal.
Pelvic floor physical therapy can help.
Looking for Pelvic Floor Therapy in Chattanooga?
Highlands Pelvic Health serves:
Chattanooga, Hixson, Ooltewah, East Brainerd, Soddy Daisy, Signal Mountain, and surrounding areas
-Click the Get Started button to schedule your first visit
-Or click the Contact page and fill out the questions and we reach out and we’ll walk you through everything
