From Stigma to Solutions: Pelvic Health with Sandy and Sarah

In recognition of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Awareness Month, this episode features two leading experts from Advanced Physical Therapy who are helping educate listeners on a topic that affects millions but is rarely discussed.

Sandy, Director of Clinical Education and Pelvic Health Program Director, has been with Advanced Physical Therapy since 2011. She specializes in pelvic health physical therapy, treating men, women, and pediatric patients. She holds the Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification (PRPC) and is certified in pessary fitting and management—offering specialized care for a wide range of pelvic floor conditions.

Sarah Walker, PhD, PT, DPT, PRPC, CAPP-OB, joined Advanced Physical Therapy in 2015. As Senior Clinical Mentor and Research Facilitator, she plays a key role in both patient care and clinical advancement. She also treats men, women, and pediatrics and holds advanced certifications in pelvic health and pregnancy/postpartum physical therapy.

Together, Sandy and Sarah explore the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for pelvic floor dysfunction. They share insights on how physical therapy can be a transformative tool for patients across all stages of life—and why breaking the stigma around pelvic health is more important than ever.