Business Details
9 Years
experience
Specialized Pelvic Health Physical Therapy in Evanston
Founded in 2017, Link Physical Therapy is a private practice specializing in pelvic health and musculoskeletal physical therapy. Our team of board-certified specialists brings decades of combined experience in treating pelvic floor dysfunction, urinary and bowel disorders, pelvic pain, and women's health conditions across the lifespan. We prioritize personalized, one-on-one care tailored to each patient's unique needs, integrating evidence-based practices with compassionate treatment approaches. Our clinicians have held leadership roles at prestigious institutions like Shirley Ryan AbilityLab and contribute to national research and education initiatives in pelvic health.We maintain affiliations with professional organizations such as the American Physical Therapy Association's Academy of Pelvic Health and the International Pelvic Pain Society. Our commitment to patient-centered care extends to creating an inclusive environment that respects diverse identities and experiences, with particular expertise in transgender care and gender-affirming rehabilitation.
Services
Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
Women's Health Therapy
Urinary Dysfunction Treatment
Pelvic Pain Management
Postpartum Rehabilitation
Transgender Care
Musculoskeletal Therapy
Myofascial Pain Treatment
Diastasis Recti Repair
Chronic Prostatitis Care
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- Our therapists are board-certified specialists with 26+ years of combined experience in pelvic health
- We provide one-on-one sessions with the same dedicated therapist throughout treatment
- Our clinicians have developed national certification programs in obstetric physical therapy
- We offer gender-affirming care and specialized treatment for transgender patients
- Our team has published research in leading journals like the Journal of Urology
What people say
Outstanding experience
Transformative care
Expertise in pelvic health
Personalized treatment plans
Inclusive environment
Services
Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
Specialized treatment for pelvic floor dysfunction using manual therapy, biofeedback, and targeted exercises. Addresses urinary incontinence, bowel dysfunction, and pelvic pain through individualized care plans. Our board-certified specialists combine decades of experience with evidence-based techniques to restore normal pelvic function and improve quality of life.
Women's Health Physical Therapy
Comprehensive care for women's health conditions across the lifespan, including prenatal/postpartum rehabilitation, menopause symptoms, and diastasis recti repair. Our therapists have developed national certification programs and contribute to clinical research in obstetric physical therapy, providing expert care for pregnancy-related musculoskeletal issues and postpartum recovery.
Pelvic Pain Management
Targeted treatment for chronic pelvic pain using myofascial release, visceral manipulation, and pain neuroscience education. Our clinicians have published research in leading journals and developed specialized assessment techniques to identify musculoskeletal contributors to pelvic pain, creating effective treatment strategies for long-term pain reduction.
Transgender Care
Specialized physical therapy for transgender patients, including pre- and post-operative care for gender-affirming procedures. Our therapists provide pelvic floor rehabilitation, scar management, and body mechanics training in a supportive environment, with expertise in addressing unique musculoskeletal needs during gender transition processes.
Musculoskeletal Therapy
Treatment for spine and joint pain using manual therapy, movement analysis, and therapeutic exercise. Our clinicians integrate expertise in myofascial pain management and McKenzie Method techniques to address musculoskeletal conditions contributing to pelvic dysfunction, with personalized rehabilitation programs for improved mobility and function.
People
Dr. Judith Florendo
Founder
26+ years specializing in pelvic health physical therapy, former owner of Florendo Physical Therapy in Chicago, co-founder of Link Physical Therapy, board-certified women's health specialist, and clinical associate at University of Chicago.
Dr. Suzanne Badillo
Co-Founder
Board-certified women's health specialist with 26 years experience, former Clinical Program Director at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, national lecturer on pelvic health, and developer of post-graduate certification curriculum in obstetric physical therapy.
Dr. Erin McNulty
Physical Therapist
Specializes in pelvic pain and postpartum rehabilitation, trained in visceral mobilization and gender-affirming care, member of American Physical Therapy Association's Academy of Pelvic Health, and Pregnancy/Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat pelvic floor dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, women's health conditions, postpartum recovery, diastasis recti, and gender-affirming care needs.
Do you accept insurance?
We are out-of-network providers but provide documentation for insurance reimbursement. Most plans cover physical therapy services, and we offer flexible payment options.
What should I wear to my appointment?
Wear comfortable clothing that allows movement and stretching. Bring photo ID, insurance card, and any required referral documentation.
Are your therapists board-certified?
Yes, our lead therapists hold board certification in Women's Health Physical Therapy and have completed advanced training in pelvic health rehabilitation techniques.
Do you offer telehealth services?
We primarily offer in-person sessions but may incorporate virtual education components as part of comprehensive treatment plans when appropriate.
