Pelvic Floor Therapy After Cancer in Albuquerque
Finishing cancer treatment is a huge milestone, but many women are surprised by the changes that follow, like bladder or bowel leakage, urgency, pain or tightness that makes intimacy difficult. These side effects are common after surgery, pelvic radiation and hormone therapy, and they're treatable. Pelvic floor physical therapy can help you feel more in control of your body again.
Sound familiar?
Bowel urgency, leakage or not making it to the bathroom in time
Constipation, straining or feeling like you can't fully empty your bowels
Bladder leakage, urgency or going to the bathroom more often than before
Pain, tightness or dryness that makes sex or pelvic exams uncomfortable
Pelvic, abdominal or scar pain after surgery
Feeling weak or disconnected from your core and pelvic floor
How physical therapy helps
Cancer surgery, radiation and hormone therapy can affect the muscles, nerves and tissues of the pelvis, leaving them weaker, tighter or less coordinated. Physical therapy uses hands-on treatment, scar and tissue mobility, pelvic floor retraining and practical bowel and bladder strategies to restore comfort and control. Treatment is paced around your energy and recovery, and I'm happy to coordinate with your oncology team.
Who this is for
Women recovering from treatment for colorectal, anal, cervical, uterine, ovarian, vulvar, bladder or breast cancer, including surgery, pelvic radiation, chemotherapy and hormone therapy. Whether you finished treatment recently or years ago, it's never too late to get help.
What to expect
Your visits are always one-on-one, including evaluation. We'll talk through your cancer treatment, symptoms and goals, then look at how your breathing, posture, core, hips and pelvic floor work together. If indicated and with your consent, this may include an internal pelvic exam, which is always optional, and we can start with external treatment if that feels more comfortable. You'll leave with a clear plan and a few strategies to start right away.
Why Florebit
Every visit is one-on-one with a doctor of physical therapy, never handed off to an aide
30- and 60-minute visits available, with Saturday appointments
New patients can usually be seen within a week
No referral needed in New Mexico
HSA/FSA accepted, and superbills provided on request
Common questions
When can I start after treatment? Many women start once surgical incisions have healed, often around 6 to 8 weeks after surgery. Because every treatment plan is different, the best timing is when your doctor or oncology team says it's safe, and I'm happy to coordinate with them. If you finished treatment months or years ago, you can start any time.
Is it safe after radiation? Yes. Treatment is gentle on tissues affected by radiation, and we'll adjust everything to how your body is responding.
Will you communicate with my oncologist? With your permission, absolutely. I'm happy to share updates and work alongside your care team.