Serving Spokane, Washington
I offer an integrative approach to women’s health physical therapy that addresses women’s concerns with an emphasis on prevention, mindful movement, manual therapy, and whole body wellness.
Do you want to age well, avoid surgery, and unnecessary interventions?
Pilates and movement is preventative and keeps you moving and feeling years younger so you can stay strong and pain free. I have worked with all levels and can safely guide you through exercise programs.
Have you undergone breast cancer treatment and want to optimize your recovery ?
I have specialized training in manual treatments and exercise specifically for breast cancer recovery. I am also a certified lymphedema therapist and can help you manage lymphedema with specialized medical massage (manual lymphatic drainage), wrapping/compression, exercises, and education on skincare.
Do you leak when you run, cough, or sneeze?
Leaking during activity is a common complaint among all ages, but it is not normal. It may be a sign of weakness, tightness, poor strategy, or something else. I can help figure out why and give you tools to resolve the issue.
Are you constantly having to go to the bathroom?
Find yourself anxiously looking for a bathroom and going frequently? I can help you figure out why this is happening and address habits, strength, or tightness that might be contributing.
Do you have back or hip pain that hasn’t been hasn’t gotten better with traditional care?
If you have your doctors stumped and you haven’t made progress with chiropractors, or other pelvic PTs you may need a different approach. I look at the whole body to get to the root cause and use exercise and manual therapy to help you find lasting relief.
Are you pregnant or postpartum and want the smoothest labor and recovery possible?
PT can help you recover from C-sections, prolapse, perineal tears, core and pelvic floor issues. If you want to avoid unnecessary interventions or have had a history of failure to progress, I can help. I utilize my understanding of anatomy and movement assessment to help optimize your body’s readiness for labor.
Does your core and pelvic floor feel like it is not connected and does not work like it used to?
I’m trained in techniques beyond kegels to help you restore your core strength and pelvic floor function.
Do you have painful periods or sex, tailbone pain, constipation?
Despite what your mom may have told you, pain with periods or pain in the pelvic region isn’t normal. I can help you address these issues with lifestyle education, gentle manual therapy, education, and movement. If the cause is out of my scope, I can help get you to the right provider.
Get the care you deserve!
SERVICES
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
I address pelvic health from a whole body perspective. I have advanced training in treating prolapse and endometriosis in addition to other common pelvic floor issues. My care may include internal and external assessments and treatment in addition to skilled hands on techniques. If you are suffering from pelvic pain, urgency, difficulty emptying, or leaking, I can help.
Pilates Rehab & Yoga
I implement mindful movement into my treatment sessions to assist in your recovery. I have access to Balanced Body Pilates equipment and a gym. I use my experience as yoga instructor and a comprehensively trained Polestar Pilates Practitioner to help you achieve your goals.
Breast Cancer Rehab
I am a certified lymphedema therapist and use complete decongestive therapy to help you manage your lymphedema. All women who undergo breast cancer treatment are at risk of lymphedema and benefit from assessment. My treatments of education, exercise, compression, and specialized manual lymphatic drainage are shown to reduce disability and swelling.
Prenatal & Postpartum PT
I offer perinatal physical therapy that includes manual therapy to decrease pain and restrictions and exercises to specifically prepare you for labor and recovery. These sessions are designed to prepare your body and mind for labor and facilitate a smooth recovery. I believe all moms can benefit from pre/postnatal physical therapy.
PRENATAL & POSTPARTUM PHYSICAL THERAPY
Educated and Empowered
Think of me as your guide to optimize your birth outcome without having to google it. My care prepares you for a smoother birth and recovery. Prenatal PT can help you feel confident and prepared for birth so you can focus on what matters.
NOURISH
RESTORE
THRIVE
Postpartum Care that facilitates step-by-step healing so you can recover to get back to the activities you love.
You will always see me, a Doctor of Physical Therapy with 10 years of experience and extensive postdoctoral education in women’s health for the full hour long session. You will never be passed off to an aide or assistant.
I’m highly trained in movement analysis to help you discover what movement patterns aren’t helping you and how you can change your strategy to be more efficient and pain free.
I will help you figure out the WHY. You will leave educated and with an understanding of what is going on so you know how to best help yourself.
There is no cookie cutter approach here. The same diagnosis and symptoms does not always mean the same cause. I design each program based on you and your goals.
I use my extensive training in gentle hands on techniques to decrease pain so that you can participate in movement and activity.
I care about you! I will work with you to help you achieve the best outcome possible.
Why choose me?
Testimonials
“Laura was nothing other than amazing ! Her knowledge of the body was beyond anything I’ve ever experienced. She could know exactly what area we needed to focus on to release where the pain was. She got me out of pain every time. “
“She was fantastic at building a plan that worked for me and listening to my concerns. She has the knowledge and tools to progress you to return to sports.”
“THE MOST INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE!!! Laura is extremely knowledgable, compassionate, and thoughtful. She cares deeply about ensuring you feel comfortable and informed about your body’s health.”
