We provide healing and relief from leaking or pelvic pain without medication or surgery

Customized Pelvic Floor Therapy in Johnson City, Tennessee

JUST BECAUSE NO ONE IS TALKING ABOUT IT…DOESN’T MEAN IT’S NOT HAPPENING

Your symptoms may be private, but the impact they can have on your daily life is real.

Likely, you were told that leaking, changes in intimacy, or persistent pain are “just a part of life”. But what if that isn’t true?

With pelvic floor therapy, solutions for recovery and healing are possible at any age.

MAYBE YOU’VE FOUND YOURSELF

Experiencing bladder and bowel leaks

Navigating urge incontinence can be overwhelming, but with our focused pelvic floor rehabilitation, you're not alone. We're committed to transforming these challenges into a journey of empowerment and regained control.

Having difficulty resuming intimacy due to pain, lack of desire or just simply feeling exhausted all the time

Pelvic discomfort, sensitivity, or medical side effects can cast a shadow on your connection with partner and your confidence. Our sensitive and understanding approach aims to bring back the light, gently guiding you towards a fulfilling and pain-free intimate life.

Feeling disconnected from your body and nervous about exercising and physical work

The journey back to reconnecting with your body can be deeply personal. Given a medical diagnosis can feel heavy and restricting. We're here to walk beside you, offering tailored support and guidance to help you feel whole and strong again.

Tightness in your neck, stiffness in your low back, and pain in your hips all throughout the day

Your experience of neck tightness, back stiffness, and hip pain is more than just physical discomfort; it's a barrier to enjoying life fully. Our holistic care is designed to break down these barriers, restoring balance and joy in your daily activities.

Struggling to balance living a fulfilling life with feeling overwhelmed at fitting everything in

The emotional rollercoaster of navigating health challenges can be accompanied by pelvic floor imbalances or persistent pain, and deserves compassionate attention. We offer a nurturing environment where healing is as much about emotional well-being as it is about physical recovery.

At Pelvic Health and Healing we believe in THRIVING, not just surviving.

Here’s how we help:

Eliminate leaking naturally

Your pelvic floor is like any other muscle in your body. It needs to be able to move over a range of motion. Most leaking is resolved after we work on restoring your pelvic floor’s natural range of motion.

Enjoy intimacy again

Experiencing pelvic pain is incredibly common. But, with our holistic approach and innovative strategies we can help reduce the pain symptoms and give you a wide variety of techniques to start enjoying intimacy again. No matter how long it’s been.

Feel like yourself again

Recovery means regaining control in your daily activities. We know that the answer isn’t to just give you a set of exercises and send you on your way. We work with you on strategies to move pain-free, feel less overwhelmed, and more confident in doing the things that matter to you. And we do it in a way that fits into YOUR lifestyle.

Diagnoses and Conditions We Treat with Customized Pelvic Floor Therapy

We specialize in helping recover from a range of specific pelvic floor conditions and diagnoses. Here's how we can help.

Postpartum Conditions

Urinary Incontinence - stress and urge

Bowel incontinence and constipation

Pelvic Girdle Pain

Diastasis Recti

Bladder and Bowel Health

Overactive bladder

Constipation and bowel dysfunction

Pelvic Floor Disorders

Weakness, tightness and imbalance in pelvic floor muscles

Pelvic Organ Prolaspe

Musculoskeletal Conditions

Hip and low back pain

Coccydynia (tailbone pain)

Pain Syndromes

Chronic Pelvic Pain

Dyspareunia

Vulvodynia

Endometriosis

Pregnancy Related Issues

Prenatal Pelvic and Back Pain

Safe exercise during pregnancy

Labor preparation

Postnatal Recovery

What is biofeedback pelvic floor therapy?

Have you ever wanted to know if you are doing a Kegel correctly? While keeping your clothes on? Biofeedback works like a mirror to show you how your pelvic floor muscles are able to contract and relax.

Working like two detectives solving a case, you and your therapist see in real time how to retrain your pelvic floor.

Biofeedback, combined with skilled exercise and pelvic floor therapy, has been shown to be an effective treatment for incontinence and other pelvic floor dysfunctions.

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"As a health provider in the TriCities area, I wholeheartedly recommend Karissa Dowling for occupational therapy services. She brings expertise in pelvic health, professionalism, and a compassionate presence to her work with each client. I trust that those I refer to Pelvic Health & Healing receive exceptional OT care and experience increased wellbeing."

—Tiffany McCaughey PhD
"I recently took a class hosted by Karissa and I was incredibly impressed. Her class focused on pelvic health and healing. She brings a depth of knowledge that is both evidence-based and compassionate. She explains complex information in a way that feels approachable and empowering. As women, we are not taught enough about our own bodies. It is time to stop thinking our pelvic floor as taboo or sensitive topic. Just because we have experiences that may seem normal after having children or taking medication doesn't mean it is. I strongly suggest to have a phone consultation to start and go from there. You can tell immediately that she truly cares about improving quality of life for her clients. I highly recommend her services to anyone looking for specialized, professional care in this area."

—Beth Conley
"I should have made an appointment sooner. Karissa at Pelvic Health and Healing made the intake process seamless and thorough. I enjoyed being able to fill out intake forms [securely] online. I had been living with things like bladder urgency, high frequency bowel movements, and painful / stiff SI joints for so long, that I didn't realize how far my baseline functioning had drifted from normal. I am well into the therapy program that was designed around my symptoms and I simply didn't know I could feel this good. Bladder urgency is greatly reduced and bowel functioning is approaching a more normal range. I also like that her approach includes mindfulness exercises which have been enjoyable and effective at calming my nervous system while building routines that promotes healthier vagus nerve functioning. I tried so many mobility routines to help with SI tension in the past, but they didn't work. I am ecstatic to report that the exercises Karissa guided me through have relieved so much SI joint stiffness that I am able to move more freely which is incredibly invigorating. It has me seeking more opportunities to move. Several people in the sport that I do have asked what I changed because I am moving so much better. Lastly, Karissa is especially gifted at explaining things in such a way that I have a new lens from which I can view things that relate to pelvic health. I highly recommend."

—Anonymous
"I have had the pleasure of working with Karissa for several years, and I have benefited from pelvic floor therapy as well. Karissa is a calm and caring individual who wants nothing more than to help the whole person in front of her. Her years of clinical experience in various settings and her in-depth training in the speciality of pelvic floor rehabilitation make her perfectly suited and capable to zero-in on whatever problems a person may have and develop a tailor-made program to address any issues her clients present with."

—Lauren Suggs
"I had an excellent experience with Karissa. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and understood. Karissa is incredibly knowledgeable and listened to my concerns, making me feel so comfortable. Thanks to her, I've seen such a big improvement and I honestly feel more confident. I really loved how she took the time to look at me as a whole person and not just the issue. I would highly recommend Karissa to anyone that needs a pelvic floor therapist. She is fantastic!!"

—Tina Martirano
"I have known Karissa for five years. She is an amazing women who has a passion for something and will put her heart and soul into it. She is caring, genuine, and trustworthy. She listens intently and I would definitely recommend her to any of my friends who need Pelvic Health therapy!"

—Jenni OMalley
"I have had a great experience with Pelvic Health and Healing! I have struggled to find a pelvic floor therapist who could accurately diagnose and help my symptoms actually improve. Going here is the first time I have had hope in a while that I don't have to live with pain long-term. I am so thankful for her help and expertise! I can tell that she genuinely wants to help."

—Elizabeth Bosse
"Karissa has a heart for healing! She is a wealth of knowledge and truly cares about helping her clients get back to a better, more comfortable way of life. She takes an uncomfortable subject and makes it seem normal and natural, without judgement. I can't recommend her highly enough!"

—Shilene James
"Great experience! Having two young kids, the virtual appointment was very convenient. I felt very comfortable discussing my concern and Karissa was able to explain everything clearly and she seemed to really care about my specific needs. I’ve followed her recommendations and after 5 weeks have already felt so much improvement."

—Felicia McPhee

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