Millions of women, as well as men in this country, are suffering silently from incontinence. They are too embarrassed to discuss the problem, even though there are more treatment options for urinary incontinence today than ever before. Many people learn to live with a pelvic floor disorder and the incontinence that may result, despite the fact they can receive relief from this debilitating condition. Women in their 20's and men, too, can suffer from a pelvic floor disorder.

Minimally invasive surgical procedures are often used to treat the most common type of incontinence, stress urinary incontinence. However, there are specialized therapeutic treatments that can provide relief from pain and manage incontinence. The Pelvic Floor Program at Upper Chesapeake Health provide a comprehensive approach to pelvic floor disorders. The Upper Chesapeake Health Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Program offers a wide range of therapies which begins with an initial thorough and one-to-one consultation with a physical therapist. Based on the individual's needs, the therapeutic treatment sessions may include:

• Manual therapy techniques
• Biofeedback training for electric stimulation
• Behavior education
• Ultrasound
• Therapeutic relaxation and/or strengthening exercises
• Comfort measures and exercises to do at home

Meet our team:

Harry Johnson, MD Director, Division of Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstruction at the University of Maryland Medical Center Upper Chesapeake Medical Center Campus Pavilion II, Suite 509 For an appointment, call 410-879-7730 Dr. Johnson specializes in stress urinary incontinence and pelvic floor prolapse in females. The minimally invasive procedures available today make a difference in the quality of life for patients. Dr. Johnson now sees patients at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center's Pavilion II.		Kelly Huestis, PT, MPT Clinical Coordinator Pelvic Floor PT Program Upper Chesapeake Health 510 Upper Chesapeake Dr., Suite 514 Bel Air, MD 21014 Phone: 443-643-3257 Kelly Huestis is a specially trained pelvic floor physical therapist. She helps individuals with pelvic floor disorders alleviate their discomfort and regain their independence. The plan of care is very personalized offering relief, decreased pain, and a return to normal function.

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