Today we’d like to introduce you to Taylor Knoll.
Hi Taylor, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
While I was attending university for my Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, I had the opportunity to shadow a therapist who did part time pediatrics and part time pelvic floor therapy. After leaving, I was so intrigued with pelvic floor therapy and the impact it could make in a woman’s life. It also tied closely with my personal life story. Through all of this, I became very curious and ended up as a Pelvic Health Practitioner.
At 19 years old, I started experiencing my own pelvic floor symptoms. Over the course of 6 years, I went to many doctors (PCP, Gynos, Specialists), did numerous tests, and tried a variety of treatments without any success. Not one of those doctors brought up pelvic floor therapy as a possible option. Soon after, I finished my MSOT and became deeply education in pelvic floor therapy, I decided that seeing a pelvic floor therapist could be beneficial. This is when I finally seeing relief for my symptoms.
As for how I got to where I am today as the owner and practitioner for Rediscover Pelvic Health, it was took a combination of education and bold steps of action. I took continuing education classes to become a Level One Functional Pelvic Health Practitioner. I also decided to create my business based on what I thought the community could benefit from the most. This lead me to provide both in-home therapy and host workshops and community events to offer pelvic health education to communities across the valley.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It hasn’t always been a smooth road. The first challenge was understanding how to get the help I needed for my own symptoms. It is a challenge to navigate the modern medical system, but by doing my own research, I was able to find the help I needed. I found there is a large gap between the medical system and therapists when it comes to treatments, methodologies, and education.
The second struggle I face is that pelvic health is commonly considered taboo to talk about. Whether it is about prevention, symptoms, or solutions, the pelvic floor is not a common topic of conversation for women. They may think that they are the only one with symptoms, they are too young to have symptoms, or they have been told that the symptoms they have are normal and to deal with them. Finding a way to educate the community on pelvic health while understanding that it can be uncomfortable is a balancing act.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Rediscover Pelvic Health?
I am the owner and therapist behind Rediscover Pelvic Health. I provide in-home pelvic floor therapy to adult women across the Valley. I work with women experiencing a wide range of pelvic health concerns. These can include urinary incontinence and leaking, pelvic pain, hip and back pain, endometriosis, pregnancy and postpartum changes, pain with intimacy, perimenopause, menopause, and more.
What sets Rediscover Pelvic Health apart is our in-home model. I come directly to my clients’ homes. It makes pelvic floor therapy more convenient and accessible. That’s especially important for new moms and women who may have difficulty fitting another appointment into their busy schedules.
I also take a holistic, whole-body approach to pelvic health. Just because we are addressing pelvic floor symptoms does not mean we only look at the pelvic floor. Depending on the individual, we may look at posture, breathing, nervous system, movement patterns, environment, habits and routines, and overall body mechanics to better understand what may be contributing to their symptoms.
What I am most proud of, from a brand perspective, is creating a business that emphasizes education, community outreach, and bridging the gap in women’s health. I want women to have the knowledge and confidence to understand their bodies and recognize what can impact pelvic health.
Above all, I want women to know that while pelvic floor symptoms may be common, they are not something they have to live with. You are not the only one experiencing these symptoms. There is help available. My goal is to create a space where women feel comfortable talking about their pelvic health, understand their options, and feel empowered to seek the care they deserve.
Are there any apps, books, podcasts, blogs or other resources you think our readers should check out?
Lindsey Vestals Podcast – OTs in Pelvic Health and education through Functional Pelvis. This podcast has brought so much knowledge to the different aspects of pelvic health therapy. She brings different treatment approaches and evidence-based practice options to light.
The Cortisol Reset Plan by Marina Wright
Institute for Birth Healing Blog by Lynn Schulte. Stress and high cortisol has a significant impact on pelvic floor health. This book gives many good options on how to manage cortisol in your day to day life.
Lauren Ohayon – education via newsletters, social media, and courses. Lauren’s classes are available for everyone, including non-health professionals. She provides different verbiage for everything she teaches so each person can find their way to connect to it.
Winning the War in Your Mind: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life by Craig Groeschel. This book brought to life the mental struggle that can impact health and our overall lives. It was a good reminder to pause and find a more positive mindset to health and healing.
Pricing:
- Initial Eval: $250
- Treatment Sessions: $175
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.rediscoverpelvichealth.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rediscover_pelvic_health
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DUGvjqbFF/
