Revitalize Physical Therapy

Revitalize Physical Therapy Pelvic floor physical therapy is a safe, evidence-based, medically recognized specialty to treat bladder, bowel, and s*xual dysfunction.

Most people have been told their core is weak and handed a list of exercises that don’t actually fix anything.That’s bec...
05/31/2026

Most people have been told their core is weak and handed a list of exercises that don’t actually fix anything.
That’s because nobody told them the truth.

Your core isn’t just your abs. It’s a four-part system — and if one piece isn’t working, the whole thing breaks down.
Leaking, back pain, pressure, instability... these aren’t random. They’re connected.

I made this carousel because you deserve to know what’s actually going on in your body.
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Dr. Riva Preil is a leading NYC Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist helping people answer questions like: Why does it hurt to put in a tampon? Why do I have to p*e all the time? Is pain with s*x normal? How can pelvic floor PT help endometriosis pain or postpartum recovery?

She specializes in pelvic health and pelvic wellness for women and men, treating conditions such as pelvic pain, painful s*x (dyspareunia), vaginismus, vulvodynia, bladder urgency and frequency, interstitial cystitis, constipation, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, prenatal and postpartum conditions, and chronic pelvic pain. She also supports patients navigating endometriosis, IBS, and PCOS recovery, and treats pediatric bladder and bowel dysfunction.

Board Certified in Women’s Health Physical Therapy (WCS), Dr. Riva blends evidence-based care with a holistic approach, including advanced manual therapies including Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy and Visceral Mobilization. She’s also the author of This Inside Story: The Woman’s Guide to Lifelong Pelvic Health.
Known for meeting expert knowledge with humor, Dr. Riva makes uncomfortable topics approachable, understandable —and sometimes even funny—so patients and followers feel informed, validated, and less alone in their pelvic health journey.

Kegels are not a one-size-fits-all fix!As a pelvic floor PT, this is the conversation I have with patients every single ...
05/28/2026

Kegels are not a one-size-fits-all fix!

As a pelvic floor PT, this is the conversation I have with patients every single day.

If your muscles are already too tight, strengthening them is the last thing you need!

Swipe through to learn who should (and who absolutely shouldn’t) be doing Kegels.

Full blog in bio.


Dr. Riva Preil is a leading NYC Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist helping people answer questions like: Why does it hurt to put in a tampon? Why do I have to p*e all the time? Is pain with s*x normal? How can pelvic floor PT help endometriosis pain or postpartum recovery?

She specializes in pelvic health and pelvic wellness for women and men, treating conditions such as pelvic pain, painful s*x (dyspareunia), vaginismus, vulvodynia, bladder urgency and frequency, interstitial cystitis, constipation, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, prenatal and postpartum conditions, and chronic pelvic pain. She also supports patients navigating endometriosis, IBS, and PCOS recovery, and treats pediatric bladder and bowel dysfunction.

Board Certified in Women’s Health Physical Therapy (WCS), Dr. Riva blends evidence-based care with a holistic approach, including advanced manual therapies including Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy and Visceral Mobilization. She’s also the author of This Inside Story: The Woman’s Guide to Lifelong Pelvic Health.
Known for meeting expert knowledge with humor, Dr. Riva makes uncomfortable topics approachable, understandable —and sometimes even funny—so patients and followers feel informed, validated, and less alone in their pelvic health journey.

05/25/2026

Postpartum healing deserves so much more conversation. 🤍

Your body goes through incredible changes during pregnancy and birth, and understanding those changes is such an important part of caring for yourself after baby arrives.

In this clip with Maya, we talk about why postpartum support, awareness, and reconnecting with your body matter so much.

Full episode link in bio!

05/21/2026

The conversations women were taught to avoid are often the ones they need most. 🤍
Creating space for openness, education, and healing one conversation at a time.
Dr. Riva Preil is a leading NYC Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist helping people answer questions like: Why does it hurt to put in a tampon? Why do I have to p*e all the time? Is pain with s*x normal? How can pelvic floor PT help endometriosis pain or postpartum recovery?

She specializes in pelvic health and pelvic wellness for women and men, treating conditions such as pelvic pain, painful s*x (dyspareunia), vaginismus, vulvodynia, bladder urgency and frequency, interstitial cystitis, constipation, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, prenatal and postpartum conditions, and chronic pelvic pain. She also supports patients navigating endometriosis, IBS, and PCOS recovery, and treats pediatric bladder and bowel dysfunction.

Board Certified in Women’s Health Physical Therapy (WCS), Dr. Riva blends evidence-based care with a holistic approach, including advanced manual therapies including Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy and Visceral Mobilization. She’s also the author of This Inside Story: The Woman’s Guide to Lifelong Pelvic Health.
Known for meeting expert knowledge with humor, Dr. Riva makes uncomfortable topics approachable, understandable —and sometimes even funny—so patients and followers feel informed, validated, and less alone in their pelvic health journey.

05/18/2026

Sometimes your calling finds you in the moments you least expect.

In this episode with Maya, I share the story of how I discovered pelvic floor physical therapy and why I became so passionate about helping women reconnect with their bodies, heal, and feel empowered again. 🤍

This work became so much bigger than physical therapy for me. It became a mission.

Featuring a shoutout about my mentor Marilyn Friedman!

Listen to the full episode — link in bio.


Dr. Riva Preil is a leading NYC Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist helping people answer questions like: Why does it hurt to put in a tampon? Why do I have to p*e all the time? Is pain with s*x normal? How can pelvic floor PT help endometriosis pain or postpartum recovery?

She specializes in pelvic health and pelvic wellness for women and men, treating conditions such as pelvic pain, painful s*x (dyspareunia), vaginismus, vulvodynia, bladder urgency and frequency, interstitial cystitis, constipation, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, prenatal and postpartum conditions, and chronic pelvic pain. She also supports patients navigating endometriosis, IBS, and PCOS recovery, and treats pediatric bladder and bowel dysfunction.

Board Certified in Women’s Health Physical Therapy (WCS), Dr. Riva blends evidence-based care with a holistic approach, including advanced manual therapies including Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy and Visceral Mobilization. She’s also the author of This Inside Story: The Woman’s Guide to Lifelong Pelvic Health.
Known for meeting expert knowledge with humor, Dr. Riva makes uncomfortable topics approachable, understandable —and sometimes even funny—so patients and followers feel informed, validated, and less alone in their pelvic health journey.

Hot girl summer starts with healthy pelvic habits ☀️✨A few small changes can make a BIG difference in preventing UTIs, B...
05/15/2026

Hot girl summer starts with healthy pelvic habits ☀️✨

A few small changes can make a BIG difference in preventing UTIs, BV, and yeast infections this season.
Your pelvic health deserves attention all summer long 💛

Save this post for your summer wellness checklist!


Dr. Riva Preil is a leading NYC Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist helping people answer questions like: Why does it hurt to put in a tampon? Why do I have to p*e all the time? Is pain with s*x normal? How can pelvic floor PT help endometriosis pain or postpartum recovery?

She specializes in pelvic health and pelvic wellness for women and men, treating conditions such as pelvic pain, painful s*x (dyspareunia), vaginismus, vulvodynia, bladder urgency and frequency, interstitial cystitis, constipation, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, prenatal and postpartum conditions, and chronic pelvic pain. She also supports patients navigating endometriosis, IBS, and PCOS recovery, and treats pediatric bladder and bowel dysfunction.

Board Certified in Women’s Health Physical Therapy (WCS), Dr. Riva blends evidence-based care with a holistic approach, including advanced manual therapies including Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy and Visceral Mobilization. She’s also the author of This Inside Story: The Woman’s Guide to Lifelong Pelvic Health.
Known for meeting expert knowledge with humor, Dr. Riva makes uncomfortable topics approachable, understandable —and sometimes even funny—so patients and followers feel informed, validated, and less alone in their pelvic health journey.

05/14/2026

Part 2: So what exactly are hypopressives? And why are they such a game changer for pelvic recovery?

Hypopressives are a unique system of breathing, posture, and pressure management exercises designed to help restore deep core and pelvic floor function from the inside out. Unlike traditional “core work” that can sometimes create more downward pressure, hypopressives help reduce pressure through the abdomen and pelvic floor while encouraging a natural lift and activation of these muscles.

This is why they can be so revolutionary for postpartum recovery, prolapse symptoms, core weakness, pelvic floor dysfunction, and so much more.

The body was never meant to just “push through.” Sometimes healing comes from learning how to reconnect, regulate pressure, breathe differently, and work with your body instead of against it 🤍

If this sounds like something you need, click the link in my bio for a free phone consult to discuss!
Dr. Riva Preil is a leading NYC Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist helping people answer questions like: Why does it hurt to put in a tampon? Why do I have to p*e all the time? Is pain with s*x normal? How can pelvic floor PT help endometriosis pain or postpartum recovery?

She specializes in pelvic health and pelvic wellness for women and men, treating conditions such as pelvic pain, painful s*x (dyspareunia), vaginismus, vulvodynia, bladder urgency and frequency, interstitial cystitis, constipation, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, prenatal and postpartum conditions, and chronic pelvic pain. She also supports patients navigating endometriosis, IBS, and PCOS recovery, and treats pediatric bladder and bowel dysfunction.

Board Certified in Women’s Health Physical Therapy (WCS), Dr. Riva blends evidence-based care with a holistic approach, including advanced manual therapies including Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy and Visceral Mobilization.

05/12/2026

Story time 👀 Here’s part 1 of how I discovered just how vital and effective hypopressives can be!

As a pelvic floor PT, I’m always searching for tools that truly help people heal, reconnect with their bodies, and feel stronger from the inside out… and hypopressives completely changed the game for me.

This journey opened my eyes to how much breath, pressure management, posture, and deep core connection really matte, especially when it comes to pelvic health!

Stay tuned for part 2 where I go deeper into what hypopressives actually are, how they work, and why I use them so often in practice!


Dr. Riva Preil is a leading NYC Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist helping people answer questions like: Why does it hurt to put in a tampon? Why do I have to p*e all the time? Is pain with s*x normal? How can pelvic floor PT help endometriosis pain or postpartum recovery?

She specializes in pelvic health and pelvic wellness for women and men, treating conditions such as pelvic pain, painful s*x (dyspareunia), vaginismus, vulvodynia, bladder urgency and frequency, interstitial cystitis, constipation, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, prenatal and postpartum conditions, and chronic pelvic pain. She also supports patients navigating endometriosis, IBS, and PCOS recovery, and treats pediatric bladder and bowel dysfunction.

Board Certified in Women’s Health Physical Therapy (WCS), Dr. Riva blends evidence-based care with a holistic approach, including advanced manual therapies including Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy and Visceral Mobilization. She’s also the author of This Inside Story: The Woman’s Guide to Lifelong Pelvic Health.
Known for meeting expert knowledge with humor, Dr. Riva makes uncomfortable topics approachable, understandable —and sometimes even funny—so patients and followers feel informed, validated, and less alone in their pelvic health journey.

05/07/2026

Step inside our Washington Heights office!

From the calming treatment rooms to the warm, welcoming vibe, every part of this space was designed with YOU in mind. Pelvic health care can feel vulnerable, intimidating, and deeply personal… and we wanted this office to feel like a safe exhale the moment you walk through the door.

Whether you’re coming in for pelvic pain, pregnancy & postpartum support, bladder symptoms, painful s*x, endometriosis, core rehab, or simply trying to understand your body better.. you deserve care that feels compassionate, empowering, and comfortable.

We are so proud to continue breaking the taboo around pelvic floor therapy and creating spaces where people finally feel seen, heard, and educated about their bodies.


Dr. Riva Preil is a leading NYC Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist helping people answer questions like: Why does it hurt to put in a tampon? Why do I have to p*e all the time? Is pain with s*x normal? How can pelvic floor PT help endometriosis pain or postpartum recovery?

She specializes in pelvic health and pelvic wellness for women and men, treating conditions such as pelvic pain, painful s*x (dyspareunia), vaginismus, vulvodynia, bladder urgency and frequency, interstitial cystitis, constipation, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, prenatal and postpartum conditions, and chronic pelvic pain. She also supports patients navigating endometriosis, IBS, and PCOS recovery, and treats pediatric bladder and bowel dysfunction.

Board Certified in Women’s Health Physical Therapy (WCS), Dr. Riva blends evidence-based care with a holistic approach, including advanced manual therapies including Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy and Visceral Mobilization. She’s also the author of This Inside Story: The Woman’s Guide to Lifelong Pelvic Health.
Known for meeting expert knowledge with humor, Dr. Riva makes uncomfortable topics approachable, understandable —and sometimes even funny—so patients and followers feel informed, validated, and less alone in their pelvic health journey.

The Truth About… Lower Back Pain!
If something doesn’t feel right in your body, it matters. Even if you’ve been told it’...
05/06/2026

The Truth About… Lower Back Pain!

If something doesn’t feel right in your body, it matters. Even if you’ve been told it’s “normal” or something you just have to live with, ongoing back pain is not something you are meant to ignore.

Pain is not random. It is your body communicating that something needs attention, and constantly stretching or pushing through it is not the solution.

There is always a reason behind lower back pain, and sometimes it’s not just your back. Your pelvic floor, core coordination, and even your nervous system all play a role in how your body supports your spine.

Relief is not asking for too much, and feeling strong and supported in your body is not a bonus. It is how your body is meant to function.

If this is something you’ve been dealing with, you are not stuck with it.

Follow for the truths no one taught you about your body ✨


Dr. Riva Preil is a leading NYC Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist helping people answer questions like: Why does it hurt to put in a tampon? Why do I have to p*e all the time? Is pain with s*x normal? How can pelvic floor PT help endometriosis pain or postpartum recovery?

She specializes in pelvic health and pelvic wellness for women and men, treating conditions such as pelvic pain, painful s*x (dyspareunia), vaginismus, vulvodynia, bladder urgency and frequency, interstitial cystitis, constipation, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, prenatal and postpartum conditions, and chronic pelvic pain. She also supports patients navigating endometriosis, IBS, and PCOS recovery, and treats pediatric bladder and bowel dysfunction.

Board Certified in Women’s Health Physical Therapy (WCS), Dr. Riva blends evidence-based care with a holistic approach, including advanced manual therapies including Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy and Visceral Mobilization. She’s also the author of This Inside Story: The Woman’s Guide to Lifelong Pelvic Health.
Known for meeting expert knowledge with humor, Dr. Riva makes uncomfortable topics approachable, understandable —and sometimes even funny—so patients and followers feel informed, validated, and less alone in their pelvic health journey.

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