If you are an active woman in Boston who feels dismissed every time you bring up pelvic pain, leaking during a run, or lingering hip discomfort after having a baby, you are not alone. So many women are told their symptoms are “normal” or that they simply need to give it time. You deserve more than that.
At Pacer Physical Therapy, we believe your goals matter just as much as your recovery. Whether you are training for a marathon, preparing for birth, rebuilding strength postpartum, or simply want to move through your day without pain, our team is here to help you get there with care that actually listens.
Why Pelvic Floor Health Is the Foundation of Active Living
Your pelvic floor supports far more than you might realize. It plays a role in core stability, breathing mechanics, bladder and bowel control, and even how efficiently you run or lift. When something is off here, it can quietly affect your entire body.
We specialize in treating a wide range of pelvic health concerns, including:
- Incontinence
- Pelvic pain and painful intercourse
- Prolapse
- Diastasis recti
- Endometriosis pain support
Our Doctors of Physical Therapy use hands-on approaches like pelvic floor internal techniques, breathwork and diaphragmatic training, and neuromuscular re-education to address the root cause, not just the symptom. We integrate your pelvic floor physical therapy directly into your broader fitness and strength goals, so you are never forced to choose between healing and staying active.
Comprehensive Care Through Pregnancy and Postpartum Recovery
Pregnancy and postpartum life bring real physical demands, and you deserve a provider who understands both the medical and the athletic side of this journey.
Navigating Pregnancy With Strength and Confidence
Low back pain, sciatica, and hip pain are common during pregnancy, but common does not mean you have to push through them alone. Prenatal physical therapy at Pacer Physical Therapy helps you manage these discomforts while safely maintaining strength and mobility. We also support birth preparation with breathing and pushing strategies that can make labor feel less intimidating.
Reclaiming Your Body Postpartum
Postpartum physical therapy is about far more than bouncing back. We help you rebuild from the inside out, addressing diastasis recti, core weakness, and pelvic floor dysfunction with a plan that respects where your body actually is. When you are ready, we guide your postpartum running return and your return to lifting or any other activity you are working toward, with a progression that is safe rather than rushed.
Running Physical Therapy Built for Every Stride
Running injuries are frustrating, especially when you feel like you are constantly modifying your training or sitting out entirely. Pelvic health for runners is a dimension of care that is often overlooked, and it is one we take seriously.
Getting to the Root of Running Pain
We treat many of the injuries that sideline runners, including:
- Plantar fasciitis
- IT band syndrome
- Hip pain and hip impingement
- Hamstring strains
- Tendinopathy and overuse injuries
- ACL-related concerns
Because our Doctors of Physical Therapy are also Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists, we understand both the clinical picture of your injury and the performance demands of training, so your plan reflects both.
Assessing and Rebuilding Your Running Mechanics
We use running gait analysis, running form assessment, functional movement screens, and return-to-sport testing to understand exactly what your body needs. From there, we build a return-to-running program designed around your specific mechanics and goals, not a generic protocol.
Personal Training That Bridges Recovery and Performance
One of the biggest gaps in typical care is the space between being cleared and feeling confident training again. We built our personal training services to close that gap.
Because every session is led by a Doctor of Physical Therapy who is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, you get a seamless transition from rehabilitation into progressive strength training. This looks like:
- One-on-one programming based on your injury history and goals
- Progressive strength building that develops real, lasting capacity
- Attention to posture, movement patterns, and injury prevention
- Support for long-term goals including healthy aging and return to sport
You should not have to leave physical therapy and start over somewhere else to get strong. At Pacer Physical Therapy, we treat both at the same time.
Small Group Training and Strong as a Mother
Healing and training do not have to happen in isolation. Our small group training sessions give you expert guidance in a supportive, motivating environment.
Our signature Strong as a Mother classes were built specifically for women navigating prenatal and postpartum life. These sessions are led by our Doctors of Physical Therapy, so the programming is safe, progressive, and genuinely effective. If getting to our Boston location in person does not fit your schedule, we also offer virtual group strength classes so you can stay consistent no matter where you are.
What Makes Pacer Physical Therapy Different
Unrushed, One-on-One Expert Care
You will never share your appointment time with another patient. Your initial evaluation is 75 minutes, and follow-up visits are a full 60 minutes, one-on-one with your provider. Real progress requires real time, and rushed 15-minute visits simply are not enough when you are dealing with something as personal as pelvic health or a stubborn running injury.
A Truly Holistic, Whole-Body Approach
Your treatment plan may include manual therapy, dry needling, myofascial release, joint mobilization, cupping, and therapeutic exercise, combined thoughtfully based on what your body needs. We treat you as a whole person, connecting your pelvic floor health, your orthopedic concerns, and your performance goals rather than addressing them in isolation.
Where Pelvic Health Meets Fitness
Most providers treat pelvic health recovery and athletic performance as two separate journeys. We treat them simultaneously, so you are not stuck waiting to finish pelvic floor physical therapy before you are allowed to train again. This integrated approach is at the core of everything we do at Pacer Physical Therapy.
Getting Started Is Easier Than You Think
No Referral Needed
You do not need a physician referral to begin working with us. As a direct access provider, you can start with a free discovery call to talk through what you are experiencing and whether Pacer Physical Therapy is the right fit for you.
In Boston or Virtually, Wherever You Are
Our physical clinic is located in Boston’s Back Bay, and we also offer virtual PT and virtual fitness coaching for the days when getting in person is not possible.
Trusted by Active Women Across Boston
We are proud to hold a 4.9-star rating across more than 71 Google reviews. Women consistently share that they feel genuinely heard at Pacer Physical Therapy, often for the first time after months or years of feeling dismissed elsewhere. That trust is something we take seriously with every single session.
Take the Next Step With Pacer Physical Therapy
You do not have to keep pushing through pain, modifying every workout, or wondering if what you are feeling is just part of motherhood or just part of running. Pacer Physical Therapy is here to help you heal, get strong, and return to the activities you love with a team that treats your whole story, not just a symptom on a chart.
Ready to talk it through? Book your free discovery call with Pacer Physical Therapy today and take the first step toward feeling like yourself again. You can also learn more about our team on our About page, explore our full range of Services, or visit our Blog for more tips and stories from our community.
