Natalia Martinez, PT, DPT

Duende Physical Therapy

Treatment approaches: I treat tension based conditions (urinary frequency, urinary urgency, pelvic pain, etc.) primarily with manual therapy (trigger point release, connective tissue manipulation, visceral mobilizations and myofascial release) and laxity/weakness based conditions (stress incontinence, prolapse, diastasis recti, etc.) with strengthening and behavior modification. I treat constipation/GI discomfort/fecal incontinence issues as well! I provide trauma informed care with an emphasis on patient education to empower patients and facilitate their independence. My training: While still a PT student I completed a clinical rotation at Sullivan Physical Therapy in Austin, TX, a nationally renowned clinic specializing exclusively in pelvic health, where I was trained by WCS certified therapists. I then received mentoring from the amazing staff at Creative Therapeutics in Fresno, experts in pelvic health for over 35 years. As a travel physical therapist I have worked at several other clinics in the Bay area and learned from the amazing providers at each of my assignments. I have taken dozens of continuing education courses to further advance my skills on topics from sexuality, pregnancy/post partum fitness, bowel health and numerous advanced manual techniques. I am most passionate about treating chronic pain, GI issues and helping survivors take their pleasure back from trauma.