Frequently Asked Questions

What is pelvic health physical therapy?

Pediatric pelvic health physical therapy is a specialized type of care that helps children and teens with bladder, bowel, and pelvic floor concerns. It focuses on identifying muscle impairments—such as weakness, tightness, overactivity, or impaired coordination—in the pelvic floor, core, and surrounding muscles. Treatment may include guided exercises, breathing techniques, relaxation strategies, posture and movement training, and education for both the child and family. All approaches are gentle, age-appropriate, and designed to improve muscle function, build confidence, and support healthy bladder and bowel control.

Why choose Cooper Core Kids for my child?

Home-based or virtual sessions let your child receive one-on-one, personalized therapy in a safe, familiar, and comfortable environment. Children feel more relaxed and engaged at home, which makes learning new skills and building confidence easier and faster. You and your child will be working directly with Dr. Sarah Cooper—no waiting rooms, no distractions, no unqualified providers—just expert care tailored to your child’s needs.

How do I know my child is getting the best care?

Dr. Sarah Cooper, PT, DPT is a nationally and internationally recognized leader in pediatric pelvic health physical therapy. She has years of experience treating some of the most complex patients and is often sought after to provide mentorship and training to other therapists across the country and around the world.

Families choose Dr. Cooper because she combines expert clinical care with a supportive, compassionate approach. She takes time to build strong relationships with both children and their families, creating trust and rapport so that every child feels comfortable and every parent feels supported. Her leadership, global recognition, and commitment to families make her a trusted expert and advocate in this growing field.

My child has been to pelvic PT before, can you still help?

Absolutely! Dr. Sarah Cooper has seen many children who have tried pelvic PT in the past. Her unique and comprehensive approach and advanced techniques can create a different experience than you may have had in the past.

What can I expect at my child's first appointment?

At your first visit, we take the time to get to know your child and understand their unique needs. We’ll talk about their bladder, bowel, and movement history, daily routines, and your goals. Your child will participate in simple, fun activities—like standing, balancing, walking, or playing in different positions—so we can see how their muscles and movement work. You'll get easy-to-follow strategies and activities you can start using at home right away to support your child’s progress.

What locations do you travel to?

We serve the Philadelphia region and surrounding suburbs in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, including—but not limited to—cities and towns such as:

Pennsylvania: Philadelphia, King of Prussia, Conshohocken, West Chester, Media, Ardmore, Malvern, Blue Bell, Doylestown, Exton, Wayne, Radnor, Paoli
New Jersey: Cherry Hill, Moorestown, Marlton, Mount Laurel, Haddonfield, Voorhees, Collingswood, Moorestown, Princeton

If your location isn’t listed or we are not located near you, we also offer virtual consultations.