THE TEAM
Owner/Pelvic Health Physical Therapist
Dr. Katelyn Bosch PT, DPT
(CAPP - Pelvic Certified)
Katelyn is a local to the Lynchburg, VA area. She received her Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion: Clinical with a minor in Chemistry from Liberty University in 2012. She went on to earn her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Lynchburg College in 2015.
Katelyn has completed the following APTA Specialty Courses:
Pelvic Health 1 (Prolapse & Incontinence)
Pelvic Health 2A (Pelvic Pain)
Pelvic Health 2B (Bowel Dysfunction)
Pelvic Health 3 (Special Populations)
Katelyn has also completed a Lumbopelvic Dry Needling Course through Intricate Art Dry Needling. This is a wholistic approach to dry needling where she has been trained in dry needling the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spinal musculature as well as low back, abdominals, pelvic floor, and hip musculature.
Katelyn has completed the American Physical Therapy Association’s (APTA) CAPP - Pelvic program which involves at least 81 hours of pelvic health CEUs and passing of a rigorous case study submission.
She has a passion for assisting women in all phases of life whether not pregnant, pregnant, or postpartum in order to return to function, exercise, and work without pain or pelvic floor dysfunction. Her goal is to leave patients feeling empowered, educated, and equipped.
Morgan is also a local to the Lynchburg, VA area. She received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science: Clinical with a minor in Psychology from Liberty University in 2017. She went on to earn her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Lynchburg (previously known as Lynchburg College) in 2020.
Morgan has completed the following APTA Specialty Courses:
Pelvic Health 1 (Prolapse & Incontinence)
Pelvic Health 2A (Pelvic Pain)
Pelvic Health 2B (Bowel Dysfunction)
Pelvic Health 3 (Pediatrics)
OBF 1 (Fundamentals of Pregnancy & Postpartum)
Morgan has also completed a Lumbopelvic Dry Needling Course through Intricate Art Dry Needling. This is a wholistic approach to dry needling where she has been trained in dry needling the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spinal musculature as well as low back, abdominals, pelvic floor, and hip musculature.
She is passionate about helping women who are pregnant, postpartum, or any women looking for answers! She enjoys helping women meet all of their goals including daily activities, exercise, and intimacy. The human body is amazing and intricate and her goal is to share her knowledge with patients so they feel empowered about their own bodies!
Morgan offers cupping rehabilitative services for her patients. This technique assists to improve tissue mobility and pain symptoms with the suction created by the cups. Ask to see if you may benefit from this!
Dr. Jennifer Sandvig PT, DPT
Jennifer is a local to the Lynchburg area. She completed a Bachelors degree in Health Promotions from Liberty University in 2009. In 2013, she earned a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from The University of Lynchburg. Since this time, Jennifer has had the opportunity to collaborate with patients in their rehabilitation efforts in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Whether it be a teenager returning to sport or an older adult working to improve their overall quality of life, Jennifer has found great fulfillment and profound responsibility in providing a personalized treatment plan to meet their needs.
Jennifer has completed the following Herman & Wallace specialty courses:
Pelvic Floor Level 1 (Incontinence & Pelvic Pain)
Pelvic Floor Level 2B (Prolapse, Pelvic Pain, & Abdominal Wall Rehabilitation)
These courses which have provided a wealth of knowledge and applicable clinical skills to work with patients experiencing pelvic floor related dysfunctions including urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, and prolapse.
Jennifer is passionate about partnering with women across the lifespan, whether their goals are to participate in daily activities without pelvic dysfunction or return to sport postpartum. Her goal is to provide a holistic approach, and for each patient to have the ability to be self sufficient in sustaining the lifestyle that they’ve always wanted.
Dr. Lauren Ayers PT, DPT
Lauren is now a local to the Amherst county area, but is originally from Washington State. She received her Bachelors in Biomedical Science from Lynchburg College in 2017 where she played softball for 4 years. Following her bachelors degree, Lauren received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2022 from University of Lynchburg and has since had experience working with patients across the lifespan in skilled, home health, outpatient, and pediatric settings.
Lauren has completed the following Herman & Wallace specialty courses:
Pelvic Floor Level 1 (Incontinence & Pelvic Pain)
Pelvic Floor Level 2B (Prolapse, Pelvic Pain, & Abdominal Wall Rehabilitation)
The above course provided Lauren with pertinent knowledge to help women meet their goals pertaining to pelvic pain, dysfunction, and urinary incontinence.
Through thorough education about pelvic health, as well as attention to each woman’s goals, Lauren seeks to help women achieve a holistic and judgment-free approach to pelvic health and function. Lauren is currently pursuing continued Pelvic Floor education courses, as she is passionate about educating women on their bodies, and helping them achieve functional goals through all stages of womanhood.
Massage Therapist
Lauren Staples, LMT
Lauren is a Licensed Massage Therapist specializing in prenatal massage, as well as easing stress, pain, and tension. She graduated in 2019 from Sylvain Melloul School of Massage in Lynchburg, Virginia. She is an active member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA).
Lauren is certified in Sarga Silks Ashiatsu. She continues to further her education taking classes in prenatal massage and cupping. Lauren tailors each massage using various modalities and techniques.
Lauren lives in the Lynchburg area with her rescued cats. During her free time, Lauren enjoys hiking, reading, crocheting, spending time with friends, and traveling.
Lauren’s compassion and calming nature are evident in every massage.
Office Manager
Sarah Fredrich
Sarah is a New Jersey native who found her way to Lynchburg thanks to college back in 2008. She received her Bachelor of Business in Human Resources from Liberty University and later went on to earn her Masters of Business with a cognate in Executive Leadership from Liberty in 2017. She has worked within a number of industries including both the aviation and higher education industry, but her passion lies within the arena of health and fitness. Sarah became a National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer back in 2018 and enjoys training women of all ages in all life stages and those with life altering disabilities.
She has a passion for taking physical strength training and coupling it with a wholistic approach that equips women to be the best versions of themselves. Sarah is a firm believer that every woman can grow in her strength and abilities no matter her circumstances whether that be in the gym, at work or at home as a wife and mother.
When Sarah is not working with clients you can find her spending time with her husband and daughter doing things that they love like hiking, being outdoors, or spending time with family and friends.
Office Assistant
Madison Leistner
Madison was born and raised in south-central Pennsylvania before coming to Virginia in 2014 to begin college at Liberty University. She received her Bachelor of Science in Women's Ministry in 2018 and has since served on staff with a local Lynchburg non-profit and as a pediatric and neuro ophthalmic assistant and scribe. She has a desire to see women get the education they need to better their health, family and lives as a whole.
Since arriving in Virginia, Madison married her husband in 2018 and they had their first child in 2022 with another expected in late 2024! In her free time, Madison loves spending time with her family, serving alongside her husband in leading the youth ministry at their local church, and being a momma.
Katelyn (owner) loves spending time with her husband and four children. She has personal experience with postpartum recovery, rehabilitation from pelvic pain, and returning to exercise pain-free. She also enjoys running, HIIT exercise along with several other forms of physical fitness, volleyball, tennis, and baking.
What is Pelvic Health Physical Therapy?
Pelvic health physical therapy involves a musculoskeletal assessment with focus on the abdominals, rib cage, spine, and pelvis (including sacroiliac joints, sacrum, coccyx, vulvar, and vaginal regions) in relation to function. With the patient’s consent, external and/or internal vaginal or rectal assessments for pelvic floor muscle assessment are also performed. These muscles assist with support of pelvic organs, bowel/bladder control, and sexual function. Treatments for pelvic dysfunctions are based on assessment findings and are discussed thoroughly with the patient.
Pelvic Health Physical Therapy Specialties:
Urinary Incontinence - involuntary leakage of urine whether related to urge or activity (sneezing, coughing, jumping, running, lifting, etc.)
Overactive Bladder - urinary urgency and/or frequency
Urinary Retention - difficulty emptying bladder
Pelvic Organ Prolapse - loss of bladder, rectal, or uterine support (heaviness, feeling like insides are coming out, seeing bulge coming out of vaginal entrance, etc.)
Bowel Dysfunction - including fecal incontinence and constipation
Painful Intercourse/sexual dysfunction
Inability to tolerate/insert tampon
Pain with gynecological exams
Pelvic Pain - including low back pain, interstitial cystitis, painful bladder syndromes
Low back, groin, tailbone, pubic bone, hip pain
Preparing pelvic floor for Labor/Delivery
Pregnancy Related Pain - low back pain, pubic symphysis pain, etc.
Diastasis Rectus Abdominus (separation of abdominal muscles)
Postpartum Rehabilitation (Return to prior level of function, work, exercise, running, etc.)
Pre/Post Surgical Repair (including abdominal, pelvic, hip surgeries)
Listed above are non-inclusive common conditions that are often caused by pelvic floor muscle dysfunction. These conditions can be quite embarrassing and lead to decreased quality of life, participation in recreational activities/exercise, and social engagements. While these conditions are common in women of ranging ages, they are not normal! Schedule an appointment with Katelyn today to finally solve these problems and regain freedom!
Treatments Include:
Private one-on-one treatment sessions with a Pelvic Health Doctor of Physical Therapy. Evaluations and treatments are performed at our clinic location off of Leesville Road or in the comfort of the patient's home, gym, or office. Treatment times and frequency will vary based on the patient's individual conditions and needs (Typical treatment frequency of 1-4 sessions total spread out over time). Patients will be given individualized home exercise programs, in-depth education, and simple lifestyle modifications to assist with reduction/elimination of symptoms. Ongoing communication and care occurs with the patient and physical therapist.