P. Boudestein

"For 1.5 years I was sent from pillar to post in regular hospitals with excruciating pain between internist, gynecologist, physical therapist, psychologist, pain clinic and plenary team. After that long intensive time, there was still no clear cause, unambiguous treatment or handles or help to deal with the situation. It was therefore "coming home" to Fetske at F-act Pelvic Pain Clinic where there is space to come to your senses, tell your story and surrender into her expert hands. All my various dysfunctional pelvic functions that seemed to be related were examined independently. With precise manual examination, she and her team untangled the history of my pelvic injuries. This brought clarity to cause and effect. Fetske has very sensitive hands and can discern at a deep level the function of nerves, bone, muscle and connective tissue. During the examination she takes you through the findings. It quickly became clear to me that Fetske has great knowledge and experience in the field of pelvic pain. She is internationally knowledgeable about visions and treatments and has critically studied and trained in various methodologies. She has successfully incorporated these into her treatment of the pelvis. She is warm, precise and direct in approaching you as a patient. She makes a multidisciplinary plan on personal ground to address the symptoms and takes careful accountability in her role as a referrer. Fetske has found causes and with her treatment plan and my own attitude I hope in the long run to break the cycle of pain. Until then I experience a lot of support in dealing with pain optimally and keeping moving. What I also like is that there is room in the consultation to talk about what pelvic pain does to your sexuality. I am in good hands, the approach to pelvic pain makes sense and I look forward to the future. Carrying pain is hard but when you are seen, supported and someone is nearby with right knowledge and care, it makes it a lot lighter. Fetske puts you back in your power, also by addressing behavior that can maintain pain. She examines the connection between biological complaints and your own attitude to setbacks and gives you tips for self-management and exercises for greater body awareness. It's very nice to also actively support recovery in a concrete way yourself. I have no idea yet what the residual symptoms remain, but my life is livable again." August 2016