Dr. Megan Russell

PT, DPT – Provo

Dr. Megan Russell earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Arcadia University. Before becoming a physical therapist, she earned a Master of Arts in Bioethics from the Medical College of Wisconsin and a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from Brigham Young University. She spent more than a decade working in clinical research before making a career change inspired by her own experience with pelvic floor rehabilitation. After years of dealing with chronic pelvic floor dysfunction, she experienced firsthand how much the right care could improve both physical function and quality of life. That experience, along with her growing awareness of how many people struggle to find knowledgeable and compassionate pelvic health care, inspired her to become a physical therapist specializing in pelvic health.

During her Doctor of Physical Therapy program, Megan had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings, including outpatient clinics, inpatient hospitals, and patients’ homes. These experiences allowed her to work with adults at various stages of life and see firsthand the many ways pelvic health can affect a person’s comfort, mobility, confidence, and everyday life. These experiences strengthened her passion for helping patients feel heard, understood, and supported throughout their rehabilitation.

Since graduating, Megan has continued to pursue advanced education in pelvic health, pregnancy, and postpartum rehabilitation. She takes a whole-person approach to pelvic rehabilitation, recognizing that the pelvic floor is connected to the function of the entire body. She believes every patient deserves care that is compassionate, individualized, and grounded in their unique experiences and goals. She believes patients should be active participants in their care and places a strong emphasis on education and shared decision-making. Her goal is to help patients better understand their bodies, feel more confident in their ability to manage their symptoms, and work together to find a treatment approach that feels right for them. Her treatment approach may include hands-on techniques such as soft tissue mobilization, cupping, and visceral mobilization, along with therapeutic exercise, movement retraining, and patient education. She strives to create a comfortable, supportive environment where patients feel safe asking questions and empowered to take an active role in their recovery.

Outside of the clinic, Megan enjoys spending time with her family. After recently relocating from the East Coast to Utah, she is excited to be back in the state and enjoying all that Utah has to offer. When she isn’t working, you can usually find her walking, hiking, biking, knitting, reading, or baking. She especially enjoys traveling with her family, exploring new places and trying new foods, and spending time outdoors.

Education

• Doctor of Physical Therapy, Arcadia University
• Master of Arts in Bioethics, Medical College of Wisconsin
• Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience, Brigham Young University

Advanced Specialty Training & Certifications

• Herman & Wallace Pelvic Floor Level 1, 2a, and 2b
• Herman & Wallace Pregnancy Rehabilitation
• Herman & Wallace Postpartum Rehabilitation
• Core Exercise Solutions Pelvis Pro
• Core Exercise Solutions Pregnancy Corrective Exercise Specialist