By Mary McPartlin, PT, DPT, OCS — Orthopedic & Pelvic-Floor Specialist, Motion Physical Therapy
Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) — that involuntary “oops” when you laugh, jump, or sprint — affects millions but is highly treatable. As both an orthopedic and pelvic-floor therapist, I see firsthand how strategic muscle retraining can restore confidence faster than you think.
Why Choose PT First?
APTA’s 2023 Economic Value of Physical Therapy analysis shows that skilled pelvic-floor PT delivers more than $10,000 in net health-system savings per patient when compared with common injections and surgical options. valueofpt.com
What’s Happening in Your Body
- Weak or uncoordinated pelvic-floor muscles can’t counter sudden abdominal pressure.
- Hip and core weakness alter pelvic alignment, making leaks more likely.
- Scar tissue or hormonal shifts (post-partum, peri-menopause) can compound the problem.
My 3-Step Plan
- Precise assessment — real-time ultrasound or biofeedback pinpoints which muscles need retraining.
- Core-to-floor strengthening — we pair kegels with hip/glute work and breath mechanics for head-to-toe stability.
- Lifestyle & load coaching — bladder-friendly habits, impact-progression drills, and if you’re a runner, gait tweaks to keep you dry mile after mile.
Fast Facts for Searchers
- stress urinary incontinence treatment without surgery
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Bottom line: PT isn’t just the conservative choice — it’s the cost-effective, evidence-backed path to living leak-free. Book a pelvic-floor evaluation today and reclaim your movement freedom.
