Fertility Physical Therapy in South Bay Los Angeles
Fertility/preconception physical therapy prepares the body for pregnancy addresses the physical and nervous system barriers that affect a woman's ability to conceive including pelvic tension, soft tissue restrictions, scar tissue, and a nervous system stuck in a stress response.
For women trying to conceive naturally, preparing for IVF or IUI, or navigating PCOS, endometriosis, or unexplained infertility.
Fertility isn't just about hormones.
Your body's physical readiness matters. Pelvic tension and soft tissue restrictions can affect blood flow to the uterus and ovaries. A nervous system stuck in a stress response can make it harder for the body to prioritize reproduction.
Scar tissue from surgery, past injury, inflammation, or a previous birth can create restrictions that impact conceiving and sustaining a pregnancy. Fertility PT addresses this directly, so you give yourself the best physical chance at conception.
Who is fertility physical therapy for?
Fertility PT is designed for women at any stage of their conception journey, whether they're preparing for assisted reproduction, trying to conceive with a diagnosis, or simply want their body in the best position before pregnancy.
Preparing for IVF or IUI
We work alongside your clinical team to address the physical environment (pelvic floor tension, circulation, and nervous system regulation) that influences how your body responds to treatment.
TTC & proactive
We prepare your body for conception and pregnancy with a preventative approach.
TTC with a diagnosis
We integrate manual therapy, movement, and education to improve your body's ability to conceive with diagnoses like endometriosis, PMOS, and unexplained infertility.
Post-loss, termination, or treatment
We help your body heal and reset so you feel prepared to try again.
What does fertility physical therapy treat?
Fertility PT addresses the physical and nervous system factors that affect a woman's ability to conceive.
Specific areas of focus include:
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Pelvic floor tension and dysfunction - restrictions that affect blood flow to the uterus and ovaries
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Soft tissue and scar tissue restrictions - from surgery, past injury, inflammation, or a previous birth
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Nervous system dysregulation - a body in chronic stress is a body that deprioritizes reproduction
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Physical preparation for IVF or IUI - creating the most favorable physical environment for assisted reproduction
- Lifestyle & education - addressing lifestyle factors and educating on male-factor fertility considerations