PELVIC FLOOR PHYSICAL THERAPY 
pelvic floor physical therapy
Here at Indigo, we understand that conditions caused by pelvic floor dysfunction can be frustrating and painful. While some of the symptoms may seem common, they are never normal and you deserve to get back to feeling like your best self.
ANCIENT PRACTICE MODERN HEALING
our pelvic floor physical therapy team addresses a range of conditions related to the pelvic region. we treat urinary issues like incontinence and urgency, bowel disorders, pelvic pain, sexual discomfort, and postpartum challenges. our goal is to help you regain optimal pelvic health and overall well-being.
pelvic floor physical therapy
Pelvic health therapy focuses on evaluating and treating conditions within the abdomen and pelvis. The pelvic floor muscles are involved in bladder and bowel function, sexual function, organ support, and postural stability.
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When the pelvic floor muscles become weak, overactive and tight, or discoordinated, they are unable to function optimally. This can impact all of the functions of the pelvic floor. The following challenges are examples of diagnoses which often have pelvic floor muscle involvement:
Urinary Issues
Bladder Leakage
Incomplete emptying
Urinary urgency
Urinary frequency
Interstitial Cystitis
Bowel Issues
Constipation
Diarrhea
Pain with defecation
Incomplete defecation
Fecal Incontinence
Pain
Pelvic Pain
Tailbone pain
Hip or Sacroiliac joint pain
Pain with Sex
Vaginismus
Pregnancy & Postpartum
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Diastasis Recti Abdominus
Scar pain
Postpartum weakness
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Dr Kara Fanelli is a board certified doctor of physical therapy. Kara embraces the mind-body connection when treating pain and is passionate about empowering her patients through their wellness journey.
Dr Jodie Lippman is a board certified Doctor of Physical Therapy, holds a Polestar Pilates teaching certification, and specializes in Pelvic Physical Therapy. Jodie works in partnership with her patients to uncover and correct the root causes of their physical symptoms. She is passionate about using a holistic approach to educate and help her patients achieve optimal health through personalized treatments.
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Initial evaluation (60 minutes): $280
Follow-up appointments (45 minutes): $240 each
Prefer to speak with one of our therapists first? Please call us at 203-658-7850 to set up a consultation call.
our providers
DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY + CLINICAL SPECIALIST IN WOMEN’S HEALTH PHYSICAL THERAPY
PT, DPT, WCS
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After a brief stint in PR and Marketing for fashion, Kara decided to set out and explore her fascination with the human body and its incredible ability to heal. Following obtaining her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Long Island University in Brooklyn, Kara began her career with a focus in orthopedics in NYC. As an outpatient orthopedic therapist she began to work closely with pre and postnatal patients. And, after giving birth to her own two children, Kara’s interest in pelvic health grew. She continued her education with the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute and moved on to a private clinic that specialized in pelvic floor rehabilitation for women and men.
Kara became a board certified women’s healthcare practitioner after obtaining the prestigious Women’s Health Clinical Specialization in 2016. In 2020, after 350 hours of training, she received her Polestar Pilates teaching certification and loves to integrate Pilates into her treatment plans.
Kara embraces the mind-body connection when treating pain and is passionate about empowering her patients through their wellness journey. She loves listening and partnering with patients to understand each person’s specific goals. Everyone has a unique path to healing. Through individualized clinical assessments, she is able to tailor education and therapy so patients can return to doing the activities they love.
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Kara is a pelvic health physical therapist treating men and women across their lifespan with all things related to bowel, bladder, sexual health, pregnancy/postpartum and pelvic pain.
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Kara works in our Westport location.
DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY
PT, DPT
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Jodie, a former All American collegiate athlete, first became interested in physical therapy while rehabilitating her first sports injury. After a brief period of travel and living abroad in Thailand, she returned to New York to pursue her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Long Island University in Brooklyn.
Jodie is a pelvic floor specialist who regularly completes continuing education to expand her knowledge of manual therapy, women's health, and exercise. In 2020, after 350 hours of training, Jodie received her Polestar Pilates teaching certification. She is currently working towards achieving the Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification through Herman and Wallace, and her Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist Certification.
She has been a practicing physical therapist for 13 years. She began her career in orthopedic physical therapy working at NY Presbyterian/Columbia University Hospital and at an outpatient practice in Manhattan. During this time, Jodie discovered her passion for women’s health and developed a pelvic floor program at a well-established private practice. Having three children of her own, her interest in and knowledge of pelvic floor therapy continued to grow and she moved to a private clinic that specialized in pelvic floor rehabilitation in downtown Manhattan.
Jodie uses Pilates-based exercises and methods to further help her patients with their body awareness. She believes that Pilates is a safe and effective way to develop and retain strength throughout pregnancy and to return to exercise in a safe and positive way.
Jodie works in partnership with her patients to uncover and correct the root causes of their physical symptoms. She is passionate about using a holistic approach to educate and help her patients achieve optimal health through personalized treatments. She is easy to talk to and has a unique ability to make her patients feel comfortable.
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Jodie treats both women and men dealing with a variety of pelvic health concerns including bowel, bladder, sexual health, pregnancy/postpartum and pelvic pain.
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Jodie works out of our Stamford location.
