When you start pelvic floor physical therapy, it’s natural to wonder: How will I know if it’s working? While every person’s healing timeline looks different, there are clear signs that your pelvic floor is getting stronger, more coordinated, and better supported. Tracking progress helps you stay motivated, celebrate wins, and understand your body more deeply along the way.

At Rhode Island Pelvic Wellness, we love helping patients notice and measure these changes — even the subtle ones that make a big difference in daily life.

Why Tracking Progress Matters

Healing is rarely linear, and some days may feel better than others. But keeping track of your progress helps you:

Stay consistent with your home exercises
Recognize patterns or triggers that affect symptoms
Celebrate improvements (even small ones!)
See how far you’ve come — especially on tough days

Understanding your progress is about more than muscle strength — it’s about your body’s overall function, comfort, and confidence.

5 Ways to Track Your Pelvic Floor Progress

1. Notice Changes in Bladder Control

If you started PT for leakage or urgency, track how often these symptoms occur. You might notice fewer leaks, less rushing to the bathroom, or improved ability to “hold it” when needed.

2. Pay Attention to Bowel Habits

Regular, easier bowel movements without straining are signs your pelvic floor is learning to relax and coordinate. Note changes in consistency, frequency, or comfort.

3. Tune Into Pain or Pressure Levels

If you’ve experienced pelvic pain, heaviness, or discomfort with sex or exercise, jot down when it happens and how intense it feels. Decreases over time often show healing and improved muscle balance.

4. Track Core Strength and Endurance

You may start to notice daily tasks feel easier — from lifting your baby to standing longer or exercising with confidence. These are signs your pelvic floor and core are working together more efficiently.

5. Reflect on Overall Wellbeing

Pelvic floor health impacts everything from your confidence to your energy levels. Notice improvements in your posture, breathing, or ability to engage in activities you love without worry.

Tools That Can Help

Your therapist might suggest tracking tools like:

Symptom logs or journals to record daily changes
Bladder diaries to identify patterns
Before-and-after strength or coordination tests done in-session
Digital apps or notes for easy progress tracking

At Rhode Island Pelvic Wellness, we use these tools not just to measure progress but to guide your care plan — ensuring every step feels purposeful and empowering.

Let’s Work Together

At Rhode Island Pelvic Wellness, we believe healing is a journey — and you deserve to feel supported every step of the way. Our one-on-one sessions are designed to help you understand your body, celebrate progress, and make meaningful change that lasts.

Want to learn more about who we are and why our approach is different? Meet our team and philosophy here.

Have questions about what to expect at your first visit? Our FAQ page walks you through it.

Ready to start tracking your own progress? Explore our services to see how we can help you reach your goals and feel your best.

How to Track Pelvic Floor Progress Over Time