Urinary Incontinence Treatment & Pelvic Floor Therapy – Jericho, NY

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What is Urinary Incontinence?

Urinary incontinence can range from occasional leaks to frequent disruptions of daily life. The main types include:

• Stress Incontinence: Leakage during activities like coughing, sneezing, or exercise

• Urge Incontinence: Sudden, strong need to urinate

• Mixed Incontinence: Combination of stress and urge symptoms

• Overflow Incontinence: Incomplete bladder emptying leading to leakage

Causes of Urinary Incontinence

Several factors can contribute, including:

• Weak pelvic floor muscles or connective tissue

• Pregnancy and childbirth

• Hormonal changes during menopause

• Pelvic or abdominal surgery

• Neurological conditions (stroke, MS, Parkinson’s)

• Chronic coughing, obesity, or lifestyle factors

How Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Can Help

At Essence Physical Therapy, Dr. Neeraja Suryawanshi provides a personalized, evidence-based approach to urinary incontinence. Therapy focuses on:

• Pelvic floor muscle assessment & strengthening

• Biofeedback training to improve awareness and control

• Bladder retraining techniques

• Core and postural stabilization exercises

• Lifestyle and bladder habit education

Benefits of Pelvic PT for Urinary Incontinence:

• Improved bladder control

• Reduced leakage episodes

• Enhanced core and pelvic strength

• Non-surgical alternative to medications or procedures

Who Can Benefit?

• Women postpartum or going through menopause

• Individuals with stress or urge incontinence

• People recovering from pelvic or abdominal surgery

• Anyone seeking non-surgical management for bladder control

What to Expect in Your First Visit

• Comprehensive assessment of your pelvic floor and bladder function

• Personalized treatment plan tailored to your symptoms

• Education on exercises, lifestyle strategies, and progress tracking

Insurance & Costs

We accept Medicare, major insurance plans, and offer cash-based care. To learn more, see our Insurance & Payment Options page.

Schedule Your Appointment

Take the first step toward regaining bladder control. Contact us at 516-226-0046 or book online today to start your urinary incontinence rehabilitation journey.

FAQ

Q: How long does pelvic floor therapy take to improve urinary incontinence?
A: Most patients notice improvement within 6–12 weeks with consistent therapy and home exercises.

Q: Are exercises enough to treat urinary incontinence?
A: Holistic Evaluation, exercises, combined with manual therapy, bladder retraining, and lifestyle strategies, are highly effective, though some patients may need additional interventions based on severity.