Pelvic Health Physiotherapy services are available in The Bahamas and Turks & Caicos
Pelvic floor dysfunction can affect women & men. Your lower back, bowel and bladder function, pelvic organs & sexual health. It is often a result of surgery, injury, repetitive stress, labour & delivery or sexual abuse.
Pelvic Health Physiotherapists work with all genders to assess to rebuild, restore and realign the body for your everyday tasks at work or play. Pre-natal and Postpartum musculoskeletal rehabilitation is part of the pelvic health process. Chronic pelvic pain, lower back pain, shoulder and neck pain in the 4th trimester are all common ailments seen in this setting of skilled Physiotherapy.
Hi, I’m Dr. Bonimy-Lee, DPT, WCS a Board Certified Women’s Health Physical Therapist and registered yoga teacher specializing in bladder and bowel health, pelvic pain and prolapse.
You may be counting footsteps to the nearest bathroom, may be fearful of labour /delivery or simple social events, limiting your travel plans, making decisions not to meet someone new. You may be avoiding your workouts…Pelvic Health provides you with a path to regain control of everyday tasks.
Dr. DeVonnia Bonimy-Lee, PT, DPT, WCS, CLT-LANA, CSST, RYT
Most clients have an idea about their diagnosis, but many do not understand how or why it started. Clients are encouraged to talk openly about uncomfortable topics related to constipation, bladder leakage, erectile dysfunction, painful sex, their birthing experience, without shame or embarrassment.
This approach is about assessing the whole person and normalizing topics which used to be taboo. You will investigate and understand your habits, your strengths and the current resources available to you, for the best possible outcome.
Dr. Bonimy-Lee’s evidence-based approach stems from ABPTS Board Certification in Pelvic Health and nearly two decades of clinical experience in Oncology, Women’s & Men’s Health and post-op care at various facilities over the years including: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, NYU Langone Medical Center, Doctors Hospital Healthcare System and now in private outpatient Physiotherapy practice in the Bahamas.
Dr. Bonimy-Lee is also a member of the Specialization Academy of Content Experts; since 2019 she is an integral part of a pool of certified specialists to write items for the U.S. Board Specialist Certification examination.
This research informed approach enables her to engage and demystify some of the most complex pelvic floor cases. While her love of yoga and dance help clients explore movement and mobility, renewed confidence and courage.
Therapy Types & Modalities
Neuromuscular Re-education
Biofeedback
Anorectal balloon catheter training
Meditation and Yoga informed postures
Electrical Stimulation
Breath control
Manual therapy
Gait training
Body mechanics - lifting and carrying
Motor control and posture resetting postpartum
Pelvic Health PT is available for men & women:
PREGNANCY - manage the changes during this transition, prepare for childbirth, build strength and mobility, reduce and prevent common pregnancy conditions.
POST-PARTUM CARE - women experience a range of common, yet complicated conditions after birth. Pelvic health can start immediately after birth or loss to help you recover during the 4th trimester and for years after.
SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION - understand the anatomy, navigate open conversations and follow a plan of care for vaginismus, dyspareunia, premature and/or painful ejaculation through pelvic health rehabilitation
BOWEL DYSFUNCTION - address common concerns through functional rehabilitation to retrain and coordinate muscles with sensory awareness and subtle strengthening / relaxation techniques.
CHRONIC PELVIC PAIN SYNDROME - Pelvic health physiotherapy helps relieve chronic pelvic pain in men and women by addressing muscle tension, nerve irritation, and posture issues through gentle, personalized assessment, manual therapy, and guided exercises.
Pelvic Floor Conditions treated - bladder/bowel/prolapse/pain
Incontinence with lifting, coughing, laughing
Difficulty / incomplete emptying
Overactive bladder syndrome
Painful bladder syndrome / interstitial cystitis
Urinary urgency
Pelvic floor dyssynergia
Chronic constipation
Anismus
Evacuation disorders
Functional constipation
Fecal incontinence
Obstructed defecation
Rectal spasm
Low back / Groin / Hip pain
Diastasis Recti Abdominis
Dyspareunia
Chronic pelvic pain
Prostatitis (non-bacterial)
Osteitis pubis
Prolapse: bladder, urethra, rectum, uterus
Pelvic floor dysfunction following cancer treatment
WELLNESS & CONSULTATION
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Clinical Strength Series
Weekly programming (6 week series) for pelvic floor, prenatal, postpartum & oncology (breast & prostate cancer) recovery. Classes are intentionally small for individualized attention by the PT for those on the journey. Feel better in the body our living in with expert care and a softer landing.
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Wellness Collective Series
Restore your nervous system, reconnect with your body, and make space to breathe through thoughtfully curated wellness classes, restorative movement, and mindful practices. You don’t need another thing to accomplish. Slow down. Open up. Leave with more space in your body.
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Expert Workshops
Connect with your community of like-minded islanders by attending one of our workshops. Sessions are led by expert practitioners in their field and provide hands on, in-person education, movement, practical application and rare insight. No experience is necessary. Bring a friend to the next workshop. Check out the “News” section.
FAQ
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In office sessions for pelvic health are ideal. The office is located in Nassau, Bahamas, but services are available on the Family islands and homecare on a case by case basis.
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Every session is confidential.
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Females, males, transgender adults, age 18+, adolescents.
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In many countries, Physical Therapy is directly accessible to clients as walk-ins. In the Bahamas, you do need a referral from you surgeon, PCP, GP or specialist to initiate skilled Physiotherapy.
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Your sessions and plan of care are determined after the initial evaluation. We will discuss the frequency and number of visits anticipated.
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Yes. I am in-network with local insurance / third party payers only. We recommend you contact your insurance provider directly to confirm your financial responsibility for skilled Physical Therapy sessions.
The administrator will discuss your copays or co-insurance with you prior to your first visit.
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Your comfort is our priority. Assessments may involve access to the upper body, lower body and/or pelvic or area. When needed, we provide clean, single-use disposable gowns for your privacy, and you'll always be given clear information and the opportunity to decline or pause at any point.
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You are absolutely welcome to attend your session while on your period. We’ll adjust the session to match how you’re feeling—whether that means focusing on education, external techniques, or reviewing your plan of care. Your comfort and preferences always come first. If you prefer to cancel, please do so >24hrs before your appointment.
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Yes, you're welcome to bring one support person with you to your session. For clients under 18, a chaperone is required. Please note we kindly limit it to one support person to maintain a calm, private space.