Pelvic Health & Rehabilitation Program

Expert Care for Pelvic Health

Catholic Health's Pelvic Health and Rehabilitation Program provides one-on-one patient navigation with a Nurse Practitioner to coordinate all pelvic health care needs. Located at our state-of-the-art Ambulatory Care at Commack, patients have access to world-class specialty care, comprehensive imaging services and rehabilitative care, all at one convenient location.

One in Seven women suffer from chronic pelvic pain - let our skilled clinicians help.

Pelvic Health Specialties Available

Urogynecology
Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery
Colorectal Surgery
Pain Management
Physical Therapy
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Gastroenterology*
Functional Medicine*
Psychiatry*

*Not on Site at 500 Commack Rd

Understanding Pelvic Health

What is the pelvic floor?

The pelvic floor is a complex system of muscles, connective tissue and nerves designed to support your pelvic organs. This system supports and controls your bladder, rectum, urethra, uterus, and vagina. Your pelvic floor can be affected by your genetic makeup, childbirth, aging, repeated heavy lifting, chronic disease or surgery.

What are the symptoms of a pelvic floor disorder?

Symptoms of a pelvic floor disorder include:

Difficulty starting or completing a bowel movement
Episodes of vaginal or rectal bulge or protrusion
Fear of leaving home due to bladder or bowel problems
Frequent or persistent urinary tract infections
Going to the bathroom more than eight times a day
Leaking urine or feces when laughing, coughing or sneezing
Pain in your abdominal, vaginal or rectal area
Urine, bowel or gas incontinence

What are the treatments for a pelvic floor disorder?

Most pelvic floor disorders can be treated with nonsurgical therapies, including:

Behavioral and/or dietary modification
Medications
Pelvic floor muscle exercises
Pelvic floor physical therapy
Pessaries (devices to support organ prolapse)

We also perform many types of minimally invasive surgeries, including robotic surgeries and laparoscopic surgeries, that result in patients experiencing minimal pain and faster recovery. No hospital stay is needed for some patients.

Pelvic Pain Navigator