At Valley Health Rehabilitation Services our goal is to promote the health
of women by providing therapy services. Many health problems, while not
unique to women, are more common in women. There are treatment options
to help you.
Services Provided
Our treatment plans are individualized to meet your needs. Your treatment
may include education on women’s anatomy and normal function, strengthening
and coordination of muscles, home exercise programs, manual therapy, biofeedback,
bladder programs, balance and general conditioning.
Our services include the following:
Incontinence – Some women experience a sudden onset or gradual loss of bladder
control due to childbirth, surgery, menopause or other factors. This may
result in an involuntary loss of urine; however, there are a number of
successful non-surgical treatments available such as education and exercise
programs to improve muscle function and bladder control.
Osteoporosis – Osteoporosis is the gradual loss of bone density often accelerated
by the onset of menopause. A physical therapist can develop an exercise
program to help re-build bone density and teach effective ways to protect
the body and avoid injury.
Pelvic Pain – Many women experience pain in the pelvic region. This can include
pain or spasm of the vagina, pelvic or perineal region and pain with intercourse
and/or menstruation. Each patient is unique, and an individualized treatment
program will be designed following a thorough evaluation. Successful treatments
include postural and therapeutic exercises, modalities and education.
Pre- and Post-Partum Pain – Many women experience aches and pains during or after pregnancy
which limit their function. These may include back pain, aggravation of
previous orthopedic problems and pain after Cesarean surgery. Therapists
can provide instruction in exercise, positioning, supports and modalities
to help relieve discomfort and help women maximize their function.
Diastasis Recti –A pregnancy related condition in which the rectus abdominis muscle
of the abdomen separates. It can cause abdominal, low back or pelvic pain.
Therapists can provide instruction on specific exercise to help close
the separation as well as teaching you how to prevent the condition from
worsening.
Pelvic Organ Prolapse – This occurs when an organ such as your bladder, uterus or rectum
drops from its normal place in your abdomen and pushes against the wall
of the vagina. This can lead to discomfort or pain. Therapist can provide
you with education and exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor to improve
the prolapse and/or prevent the condition from becoming worse.
Lymphedema* – Lymphedema develops with an abnormal accumulation of protein-rich
fluid that results in swelling. Frequently, the swelling is seen in the
arms or legs, but it can occur anywhere in the body. Therapists use Complete
Decongestive Therapy (CDT) to treat lymphedema and provide instruction
on exercise, skin care and how to maintain swelling reduction after therapy
is completed. *Offered in Luray, Romney, Winchester and Woodstock only
How to Get Started
If you think Women’s Health Services can help you, please consult
your physician to obtain a referral. Then, call to make an appointment.
You may either bring your signed referral form to your first appointment
or fax it ahead of time.
Many insurance companies will reimburse the cost of this service, so please
have your insurance information handy when you call.
