Whole-Body Physical Therapy

Dr. Aimee Bean, DPT, OCS, PRPC, DN-Cert

The body functions as an integrated system, which is why I provide one-on-one treatment that considers how the entire body contributes to your condition, not just the specific symptom that brought you in.

At Lumina Physical Therapy located in Bellingham, WA, treatment may address pelvic health, pregnancy and postpartum concerns, hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), chronic pain, orthopedic injuries, movement dysfunction, and complex conditions affecting multiple body systems.

Pelvic Health Conditions

Pelvic Pain Conditions

  • Pelvic pain

  • Endometriosis-related pain

  • Pudendal neuralgia

  • Coccyx (tailbone) pain

  • Low back and hip pain related to pelvic floor dysfunction

  • Sacroiliac joint dysfunction (SI joint)

  • Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder (PGAD)

Bladder Conditions

  • Urinary incontinence

  • Urinary urgency and frequency

  • Pain with bladder filling or emptying

  • Difficulty emptying the bladder

  • Pelvic organ prolapse

Bowel Conditions

  • Constipation

  • Bowel incontinence

  • Bowel urgency

  • Pain with bowel movements

  • Difficulty emptying

  • Anal fissures

  • Rectal prolapse

Sexual Health Conditions

  • Pain with intercourse

  • Pelvic floor dysfunction affecting sexual function

Learn More → Pelvic Health

Pregnancy & Postpartum Conditions

  • Pregnancy-related back pain

  • Pelvic girdle pain

  • Hip pain during pregnancy

  • Diastasis recti

  • Pelvic floor dysfunction

  • Birth preparation

  • Postpartum recovery

  • Return to exercise and sport

  • Pelvic and whole-body pain during pregnancy and postpartum

Learn More → Pregnancy & Postpartum

Hypermobility & Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)

Hypermobility & Connective Tissue Disorders

  • Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS)

  • Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD)

  • Generalized joint hypermobility

  • Joint instability

  • Recurrent subluxations and dislocations

Associated Conditions

  • Dysautonomia

  • Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)

  • Gastrointestinal symptoms

  • Neurologic symptoms

  • Chronic fatigue syndrome

  • Pelvic floor dysfunction related to hypermobility

Functional & Performance Concerns

  • Coordination and proprioceptive deficits

  • Safe strengthening and exercise progression

  • Subluxation management

  • Joint instability

  • Frequent injuries

  • Difficulty building strength safely

  • Delayed recovery from activity

  • Difficulty returning to exercise or sport

Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (EDS/HSD) Diagnosis

  • I am able to assist you with HSD/hEDS diagnosis and help guide you through potential genetic testing and other referrals depending on your symptoms

While I frequently work with individuals who have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders, POTS, and other associated conditions, I do not treat Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). However, I can often help connect patients with appropriate providers and resources when additional evaluation or management is needed.

Learn More → Hypermobility & EDS

Male Pelvic Health Conditions

Pelvic Pain Conditions

  • Chronic pelvic pain

  • Groin pain

  • Testicular or genital pain

  • Prostatitis and chronic pelvic pain syndrome

  • Pain with sitting

Bladder & Bowel Conditions

  • Urinary urgency and frequency

  • Urinary leakage

  • Painful urination

  • Constipation and bowel dysfunction

Recovery & Performance

  • Post-prostatectomy rehabilitation

  • Sexual dysfunction related to pelvic floor tension or weakness

  • Core weakness and movement dysfunction

Learn More → Male Pelvic Health

Orthopedic Conditions

I treat the full spectrum of orthopedic conditions, with particular experience in complex low back and hip conditions, spine disorders, shoulder injuries, elbow pain, knee pain, and foot and ankle conditions. Treatment is individualized to your symptoms, goals, activity level, and movement needs.

Spine & Joint Conditions

  • Neck pain

  • Back pain

  • Hip pain

  • Shoulder pain

  • Elbow pain

  • Knee pain

  • Foot and ankle pain

  • Scoliosis

Bone Health

  • Osteoporosis management

Movement & Performance Conditions

  • Sports injuries

  • Running injuries

  • Athletes with pelvic floor dysfunction

  • Balance and coordination deficits

  • Proprioceptive impairments

  • Safe strengthening for hypermobility

  • Chronic pain conditions

Learn More → Orthopedic Physical Therapy

Specialized Rehabilitation Services

Pelvic Oncology Rehabilitation

Physical therapy can play an important role before, during, and after cancer treatment by helping address pain, mobility limitations, scar tissue restrictions, pelvic floor dysfunction, and changes in function related to treatment.

Conditions may include:

  • Bladder cancer

  • Cervical cancer

  • Ovarian cancer

  • Uterine cancer

  • Colon and rectal cancer

  • Prostate cancer

Pelvic Oncology Rehabilitation

Telehealth Services

Telehealth appointments are available for individuals located anywhere in Washington State.

Virtual visits can be helpful for patients seeking specialized pelvic health, pregnancy and postpartum, hypermobility, or orthopedic care when in-person treatment is not practical or local specialty care is unavailable.

Learn More → Specialized Rehabilitation Services

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Contact Lumina Physical Therapy to discuss your symptoms and determine whether physical therapy may be a good fit for your needs.

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If you're experiencing pelvic pain, pregnancy or postpartum concerns, hypermobility, chronic pain, or orthopedic symptoms, I'd be happy to discuss how physical therapy may help. Schedule an appointment or reach out with questions.

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