Business Details
7 Years
experience
Your Pelvic Health Partner in Apex, NC
At Peak Pelvic Health, we specialize in addressing pelvic floor dysfunction through personalized, trauma-informed care. Founded in 2019 by Dr. Amy Pannullo, a board-certified women's health specialist with over 25 years of clinical experience, our practice combines orthopedic expertise with gentle, hands-on techniques. We serve patients experiencing chronic pelvic pain, postpartum recovery challenges, urinary/bowel dysfunction, and other conditions, prioritizing one-on-one sessions that eliminate shame and judgment.Our direct-pay model ensures treatment plans remain focused on patient needs rather than insurance limitations, while our team's specialized training in areas like menopause coaching and pediatric pelvic health allows us to address diverse patient populations. We maintain strict transparency in operations, offering detailed superbills for insurance reimbursement and emphasizing patient education to build long-term self-management capabilities.
Services
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Pain With Intimacy
Pelvic Health for Men
LGBTQIA+ Pelvic Health
Pediatric Pelvic Health
Female Oncology Recovery
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- Board-certified specialists with 25+ years of pelvic health experience
- Trauma-informed care addressing physical and emotional well-being
- Personalized treatment plans without insurance-driven limitations
- Direct-pay model ensuring 1:1 provider time and transparency
- Specialized training in menopause coaching and pediatric pelvic health
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
What people say
Remarkable improvement
Pain free
Best money spent
Amazing results
Life changing care
Services
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Specialized treatment for persistent pelvic pain using manual therapy, nervous system regulation, and posture retraining. Our trauma-informed approach addresses muscle tension, scar tissue, and nerve sensitivity while empowering patients through education about their body's healing process. Patients receive personalized care plans that integrate breathing techniques and movement strategies to restore daily functionality.
Pain With Intimacy
Gentle, patient-led therapy for painful intercourse and penetration difficulties. We employ pelvic floor downtraining, nervous system calming techniques, and scar tissue mobilization while prioritizing patient comfort boundaries. Treatment focuses on rebuilding trust in the body through education about pelvic anatomy and progressive desensitization strategies tailored to individual needs and goals.
Pediatric Pelvic Health
Kid-friendly treatment for bedwetting, constipation, and bathroom anxiety. Our approach combines biofeedback tools, posture training, and behavioral modification techniques delivered through age-appropriate communication. We work closely with families to develop home exercise programs that build children's confidence and independence in managing their pelvic health needs.
LGBTQIA+ Pelvic Health
Inclusive pelvic floor therapy for LGBTQIA+ individuals addressing post-surgical recovery, urinary/bowel dysfunction, and pain management. Our trauma-informed care includes scar tissue mobilization, pelvic floor coordination training, and personalized education that respects patients' gender identities and anatomical needs while maintaining strict confidentiality and cultural sensitivity.
Female Oncology Recovery
Post-cancer treatment rehabilitation focusing on scar tissue management, pelvic floor retraining, and mobility restoration. We address pain, urinary dysfunction, and sexual health concerns following breast or gynecological cancer treatments through gentle manual therapy and posture retraining while emphasizing emotional support throughout the recovery journey.
People
Dr. Amy Pannullo
Founder & Clinical Specialist
Board-certified women's health physical therapist with 25+ years of experience. Specializes in pelvic pain, postpartum recovery, and menopause care. Former Duke Health specialist now focusing on direct patient care and community education about pelvic health.
Dr. Lindsay Saunders
Pelvic Health Therapist
UNC-trained physical therapist specializing in pregnancy/postpartum recovery. Combines athletic background with trauma-informed care to treat pelvic pain and dysfunction. Certified in corrective exercise for pre/postnatal populations and supports parents of multiples.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat chronic pelvic pain, urinary/bowel dysfunction, postpartum recovery, pain with intimacy, pediatric pelvic issues, and oncology-related pelvic conditions using personalized physical therapy approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as a direct-pay practice but provide superbills for potential insurance reimbursement. Many PPO patients receive partial coverage for our services.
Is pelvic floor therapy only for women?
No, we treat individuals of all genders including men's pelvic health, LGBTQIA+ patients, and pediatric cases with specialized, inclusive care approaches.
What makes your approach different?
Our trauma-informed, one-on-one sessions prioritize patient comfort while combining orthopedic expertise with holistic treatment strategies tailored to each individual's unique needs and history.
How long are treatment sessions?
Initial evaluations last 60-75 minutes with follow-up sessions typically 45-60 minutes, allowing sufficient time for personalized assessment and hands-on treatment.
Can you help with post-surgical recovery?
Yes, we specialize in post-operative rehabilitation including scar tissue mobilization, pelvic floor retraining, and mobility restoration following gynecological, oncological, and gender-affirming surgeries.
