Gravida Physiotherapy
About
Gravida Physiotherapy is a small boutique pelvic floor and perinatal physiotherapy practice led by Kate von Schellwitz, a registered physiotherapist. Kate offers one-on-one, evidence-informed care for pregnancy, postpartum recovery, pelvic pain, prolapse, bladder changes and menopause, in Langley, at Willoughby Town Centre, and online. The site describes a shame free space where people of all ages and genders are welcome. The services listed include pelvic floor, prenatal an...
Services & pricing
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy for menopause, urinary leakage, painful sex, prolapse and chronic constipation, for anyone at any stage, whether or not they have had babies.
More on their siteBirth Prep
Sessions on perineal tearing, birth positions, how to push and early postpartum care, mostly possible online, as a supplement to prenatal classes.
More on their sitePrenatal Physiotherapy
Exercise guidance and help with pelvic pain and urinary leakage through pregnancy.
More on their sitePostnatal Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy for postpartum concerns including the pelvic floor, diastasis recti, back pain, painful sex and returning to exercise.
More on their sitePessary Fittings
Fitting of intravaginal pessary devices that support pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence.
More on their site- $250
Online Physiotherapy
Video appointments for people who live far from the clinic or cannot get in, including birth prep and prenatal sessions.
More on their site- from $115
IMS / Functional Dry Needling
Fine stainless-steel needles to release tight muscle bands, with no extra charge, and not performed on pregnant patients.
More on their siteBiofeedback
Electrodes read pelvic floor muscle activity on a screen to support muscle training, with a small one-time charge for the equipment.
More on their siteSpecialties
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Langley
B320-7980 206A Street
Langley, BC
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1:How much does it cost?
Rates depend on the length of the appointment and are listed on the booking page. Initial assessments are 55 minutes and follow-up pelvic health appointments are 40 minutes. Shorter 25 minute follow-ups are sometimes appropriate, although a 40 minute follow-up is usually recommended for pelvic health issues.
Q2:How many sessions will I need?
The site suggests booking at least two or three follow-up appointments after the initial assessment, typically one to three weeks apart, ideally at the same time as the initial appointment. How many are needed varies from person to person, and the aim is that you do not need Kate in the long run.
Q3:Is pelvic floor physiotherapy covered by extended health, and do you direct bill?
It is covered if physiotherapy is a benefit under your extended health plan, and the percentage and maximums vary by plan. Direct billing is available for most extended health providers including Pacific Blue Cross, Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life, Green Shield and providers registered with Telus eclaims, and other providers receive an emailed receipt. Direct billing to MSP, WorkSafe BC and ICBC is not offered, and WorkSafe BC and ICBC claims are not taken at this time.
Q4:What is the cancellation policy?
The policy is 24 hours' notice, otherwise the full appointment fee applies. The site says the practice is a practice of one with a waitlist, and suggests switching to a virtual appointment if you cannot make it into the clinic. Cancellation fees cannot be billed to insurance.
Q5:What does a first pelvic floor session look like?
A first visit starts with a detailed health history and a conversation about symptoms and goals, usually with a short anatomy lesson. An internal pelvic exam happens only sometimes, and never if you do not want one, and a virtual session has no pelvic exam but often includes a movement screen.
Q6:Can I bring my baby with me?
Yes, babies are welcome, although the site encourages coming on your own if you can so that you can focus on yourself.
Q7:Do you treat people who are not pregnant, men, or people over 65?
Yes. The site says it treats people who have not had babies, men, and people of all ages, and that menopause and peri menopause are a common time for pelvic floor symptoms to appear.
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Certifications
Registered physiotherapist (as the site words it)
MPT, University of British Columbia, 2016 (credential shown on the booking page)
Certified by Trans Care BC to provide gender affirming care
Prenatal and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist Certification, Core Exercise Solutions
Pelvic Floor Level 1 and Level 2, Dayan Werner Pelvic Rehab
Pessaries: Clinical Integration and Management of POP/SUI, Pelvic Health Solutions
Functional Dry Needling Level 1, Kinetacore