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Your Trusted Pelvic Health Partner in Rockford, IL
Motivate Therapy is a specialized outpatient rehabilitation clinic dedicated to pelvic health and chronic condition management. Our team of occupational and physical therapists employs a holistic, patient-centered approach to address complex pelvic floor dysfunctions, post-surgical recovery, and chronic pain conditions. With over two decades of clinical expertise, we combine evidence-based practices with self-care education to empower patients through individualized treatment plans. Our services integrate biofeedback certification, integrative yoga therapy, and telehealth solutions to accommodate diverse patient needs.We emphasize mind-body connection and functional restoration through one-on-one coaching sessions, online learning platforms, and community education initiatives. Our multidisciplinary team maintains active involvement in professional development through conference presentations, specialized training programs, and ongoing clinical research in pelvic health rehabilitation.
Services
Pelvic Health
Female Pelvic Pain
Male Pelvic Pain
Bladder Dysfunction
Bowel Dysfunction
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Telehealth Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialized pelvic health expertise
- Our team combines occupational and physical therapy approaches
- We provide individualized 60-minute coaching sessions
- Our therapists hold biofeedback and yoga therapy certifications
- We emphasize sustainable self-care solutions over temporary fixes
What people say
Improved daily health
Increased body confidence
Effective muscle control
Greater activity participation
Better symptom awareness
Services
Pelvic Health Therapy
Our pelvic health therapy addresses chronic pelvic pain, organ prolapse, and musculoskeletal dysfunction through comprehensive assessment and treatment. We specialize in both male and female pelvic conditions, utilizing manual therapy techniques, biofeedback training, and targeted exercise programs. Patients receive personalized care plans focusing on restoring normal pelvic floor function and improving quality of life through non-invasive interventions.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
We provide specialized rehabilitation for post-operative patients recovering from pelvic, abdominal, and orthopedic surgeries. Our program addresses movement impairments, scar tissue management, and functional restoration through individualized treatment plans. Therapists work closely with patients to correct compensatory movement patterns and restore optimal physical function following procedures like prostatectomy, prolapse repair, and joint replacements.
Bladder Dysfunction Treatment
Our bladder dysfunction program treats conditions like urinary incontinence, retention, and interstitial cystitis without immediate reliance on medication or surgery. Through pelvic floor muscle retraining, behavioral modifications, and biofeedback therapy, patients learn to regain control over bladder function and reduce symptoms of urgency, frequency, and nocturia through evidence-based, non-invasive approaches.
Telehealth Services
Our telehealth platform delivers personalized pelvic health care through secure virtual consultations. Patients receive individualized self-care instruction, progress monitoring, and treatment plan adjustments from their home environment. This service accommodates patients with mobility challenges, busy schedules, or those requiring continued care during public health restrictions while maintaining the same high standard of therapeutic intervention.
Chronic Pain Management
We specialize in managing chronic musculoskeletal pain conditions affecting the pelvis, spine, and extremities. Our approach combines postural re-education, movement pattern analysis, and nervous system regulation techniques to address conditions like fibromyalgia, neuropathy, and post-cancer treatment pain. Patients learn self-management strategies to reduce pain perception and improve functional capacity through a holistic, multidisciplinary framework.
People
Denise Nichols
Director, Occupational Therapist
Denise Nichols is a board-certified occupational therapist with 20+ years specializing in pelvic health and chronic illness management. She combines biofeedback certification with integrative yoga therapy to develop holistic treatment approaches. Author of 'Your Selfcare Matrix', she focuses on empowering patients through education and personalized rehabilitation programs.
Elyssa
Occupational Therapist
Elyssa holds a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy and specializes in pelvic health rehabilitation. With clinical experience in mental health services and hand therapy, she emphasizes interprofessional collaboration and client-centered care. She contributes to ongoing research and program development in pelvic floor therapy.
Tara
Occupational Therapist
Tara specializes in pelvic floor therapy with a focus on patient relationship-building and functional rehabilitation. She earned her Master's in Occupational Therapy from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee and applies her expertise in treating complex pelvic health conditions through personalized therapeutic interventions.
Priyanka
Physical Therapist
Priyanka brings expertise in neurological and post-operative rehabilitation to her pelvic health practice. With dual degrees in physical therapy from India and extensive clinical experience, she specializes in addressing pelvic floor dysfunction through targeted physical therapy interventions and patient education.
Shana
Physical Therapy Assistant
Shana has 18 years of patient care experience specializing in pelvic floor therapy. She focuses on building therapeutic relationships while implementing treatment plans that emphasize functional improvement and long-term health maintenance through evidence-based physical therapy techniques.
Questions
What pelvic health conditions do you treat?
We treat both male and female pelvic pain conditions, bladder and bowel dysfunction, pelvic organ prolapse, post-surgical recovery, and chronic musculoskeletal pain affecting the pelvis and surrounding regions.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with multiple insurance providers including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, United Healthcare, and Medicare Advantage plans. Contact us for verification of your specific coverage.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Yes, we offer virtual therapy sessions for patients who prefer remote care delivery. Our telehealth platform provides the same quality of personalized instruction and progress monitoring as in-person visits.
What makes your approach unique?
We combine occupational and physical therapy perspectives with biofeedback certification and integrative health approaches. Our focus on self-care education empowers patients to maintain long-term improvements through individualized treatment plans.
How long are therapy sessions?
Initial consultations and specialized coaching sessions last 60 minutes. Regular therapy appointments typically range from 45-60 minutes based on individual treatment requirements and insurance coverage parameters.
Do you offer postpartum care?
Yes, we provide comprehensive postpartum rehabilitation addressing pelvic floor dysfunction, diastasis recti, and musculoskeletal pain following childbirth through personalized recovery programs.
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Reviews (3)
Dianne Freeze
Nov 17, 2021
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I had not heard of pelvic floor therapy until I mentioned some issues I was having with my doctor and she recommended Motivate to me. I also had never thought of there being muscles in the pelvic floor area and that their tightness or looseness could cause issues in that area as well as lack of blood flow. I am very optimal health-oriented so decided to check out their services and I was very impressed and learned a lot and got better! The owner is wonderful and very enthusiastic and giving. I worked with several therapists and they were all great-supportive, patient and good at explaining. They
Unanimous Object
Oct 30, 2021
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I was here for a really long time and all of the women there are very supportive and friendly. Sharon helped me a lot, and I couldn't be more grateful!
Jeanne Menzies
Sep 16, 2021
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Congratulations Motivate Therapy, for 9 years of professional business! I went there for therapy. Loved all the therapists , everyone gives you there full attention . I love the one on one treatment. Thanks Motivate
