
Helping athletes, moms, and women participate in the activities they love without pain, leaking, or heaviness- because you don’t have to “just live with it.”
Serving Eastern Charlotte, NC and Union County
Common Conditions We Treat
Leaking urine- when laughing, coughing, sneezing, or exercising
Increased urinary frequency and urgency
Pelvic Pain, SI Joint pain, and pubic symphysis pain
Pelvic Organ Prolapse- feeling a sensation of pelvic heaviness
Painful Intercourse or insertion of tampon, cup, or speculum
Constipation
Menopause symptoms
Postpartum Rehabilitation both C-section and Vaginal births
C-Section Scar management/treatment
Pain & Perineal Tear management
Diastasis Recti- separation between abdominal muscles
Mid Back and Low Back Pain
Sciatica
Hip and Knee Pain
Neck and Shoulder Pain
Post-operative rehab- hernia or hysterectomy
Who we like to help
Pregnant and Postpartum moms
Crossfitters
Bootcamp Athletes
Runners
Weightlifters
Gymnasts
Pilates/Yoga
Weekend Warriors
Those who want to live or start a healthy lifestyle
Testimonials
Services
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Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
We specialize in treating the whole person not just your symptoms. We utilize a holistic approach that includes multiple factors such as sleep, nutrition, stress, exercise type/amount, sexual function, daily habits, and orthopedics. This allows us to find the root cause of your symptoms.
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Pregnancy and Postpartum
We offer services for all stages of motherhood. We come alongside moms during pregnancy and postpartum to help with aches and pains, staying active in the gym, preparing for labor, and navigating any symptoms you experience postpartum.
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Birth Preparation
Helping moms-to-be and their support person prepare for labor. We will provide education on perineal massage and pelvic floor preparation for reduced tearing risk, pushing strategies, labor positions, pain management options, and early postpartum recovery.
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Orthopedics and Return to Fitness
Our goal is to help modify your activity to keep you in the gym while moving towards your goals. We can help you continue participating in or return to CrossFit, HIIT, bootcamp, running, pilates, and yoga.
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Cupping and Dry Needling
We use Cupping and Dry Needling in addition to manual therapy and exercise to assist with pain, mobility, strength, control, and recovery.
About Dr. Julie Pittman PT, DPT
Julie is a Pelvic Floor and Orthopedic Physical Therapist based in East Charlotte, NC. She specializes in treating pelvic floor dysfunction, orthopedic conditions, and providing rehabilitation during pregnancy and postpartum.
Julie’s approach to treatment combines hands-on manual therapy for pain relief with a strong focus on exercise and education. She believes in empowering her patients to take control of their health, helping them manage their symptoms and move beyond their physical limits to achieve greater independence and well-being.
FAQs
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No. North Carolina is a direct access state. This means that you can start Physical Therapy without a physician referral.
Please let me know if you need any assistance.
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Evaluation: Review of your medical history and discussion of your current condition happens during both an orthopedic and pelvic floor evaluation.
Assessment: A Pelvic floor evaluation or treatment session may include an internal or external pelvic floor assessment. This is completed in order to assess your pelvic floor musculature. It will only be completed with your verbal consent.
Both orthopedic and pelvic floor evaluations/treatments will include a thorough assessment of involved joints, muscles, and affected movement patterns.
You will leave your session with an understanding of your physical therapy diagnosis in addition to a plan of action moving forward. You will also be provided exercises to complete outside of PT.
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Please wear comfortable clothing that is easy for you to move in.
If you are coming for hip/knee pain please wear or bring shorts with you to allow for easier evaluation/treatment. If you have specific questions please contact the clinic.