RELIEVE YOURSELF

​​Effective, Non-Surgical, Non-Pharmaceutical
Treatment For All Types Of Pain

The path
toward relief

Pelvic Pain & Pelvic Floor Dysf​unction

​At Garden Path we specialize in a proven, non-pharmaceutical, non-surgical relief treatment for people with the following conditions:

Low Back Pain
Interstitial Cystitis
Hip Pain
Digestion & Intestinal Pain
Post-Hernia Repair Surgery Pain
Period Pain & Cramping

Tailbone & Sacral Pain
Pelvic Floor Pain
Painful Intercourse
Painful Urination / Bowel Movements
Groin & Inguinal Pain
Fecal & Urinary Incontinence

to pee or not to pee, that is the question

“My doctor said this is normal” is no longer an acceptable answer.

Dr. B.J. Putnam, DAC has spent her career treating acute and chronic pain. She takes her years of knowledge and directly applies them to the muscles and soft tissue of the Pelvis and Pelvic Floor. These highly effective techniques facilitate neural reintegration and healthier muscles that result in reduced pain and increased function.

“Don’t dig up in doubt what you planted in faith.”

— Elizabeth Elliot

come visit us in the office

Garden Path Acupuncture thrives in the walkable downtown of historic Souderton Borough. A small town that is chock full of charming eateries, boutiques, theater, and art galleries. Souderton is adorned with lush community parks, creative public art pieces, and one of the best independently-owned ice cream shops anywhere. Conveniently less than five minutes from PA Route 309, Souderton is nestled comfortably between Philadelphia and the Lehigh Valley.

ANCIENT IDEAS,
MODERN METHODS.

​​Effective, Non-Surgical, Non-Pharmaceutical
Treatment For All Types Of Pain

  • “I’m doing better than ever. Now BJ is my first stop with all of my health concerns…”

    “I love Garden Path Acupuncture! I started coming to BJ for help with menstrual problems and symptoms of perimenopause. The pharmaceuticals I had tried had bad side effects for me, and diet and lifestyle changes didn’t have much impact. With the Chinese herbs BJ prescribed and the acupuncture treatments, I’m doing better than ever. Now BJ is my first stop with all of my health concerns. Physical pains, stress, anxiety—she’s helped me with all of them. She’s so knowledgeable, patient, and understanding. Highly recommend!”

    -Chris

  • “Truly a transformative experience….”

    “Dr. Putnam was outstanding! Truly a transformative experience. From start to finish, she listened with care and expertise. I felt heard and reassured. After years of coping with pelvic floor pain and dysfunction that was previously dismissed by my OBGYN, I found resolution in the quality care of Dr. Putnam.”

    -Melissa

  • “She made the whole treatment process comfortable from beginning to end…”

    “BJ is professional and extremely informative, as well as down-to-earth and understanding. She made the whole treatment process comfortable from beginning to end. After just one appointment, I felt immediate changes. My pain went from a constant 8 out of 10, to an infrequent 2 or 3 out of 10! Most days I have no lower back pain at all, something I never thought possible. I am amazed at how good my body can function and feel after years of discomfort. My appointments with BJ have greatly improved my mobility, energy, and overall mood. I am so thankful for the treatments and care I received from BJ and recommend her to every friend and family member now!”

    -Melissa

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read our blog:

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If you have a penis, read this
If you have a penis, read this

Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) and erectile dysfunction (ED) are two distinct but interconnected conditions. While they primarily involve different aspects of the pelvic region, they can influence each other in several ways, because that’s right…its all connected.

why back pain can be a pain in the butt
why back pain can be a pain in the butt

It’s all tied together, you know. And the biggest seams in our body are right along the midline in our pelvis. Tight pelvic floor muscles can contribute to back pain

the weird link between Tight pelvic floors and constipation
the weird link between Tight pelvic floors and constipation

It's important to note that while tight pelvic floor muscles can potentially contribute to diarrhea, other underlying factors, such as dietary choices, gastrointestinal disorders (e.g., irritable bowel syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease), and infections, can also cause diarrhea. These conditions can also create trigger points in the pelvic floor muscles, which then can cause new symptoms such as hemerroids, constipation, and incontinence.

Why tight muscles cause leaks
Why tight muscles cause leaks

When it comes to tight pelvic floor muscles and incontinence, the most relevant type is often referred to as "functional" or "non-relaxing" pelvic floor dysfunction.

Chronic Pain and Disability
Chronic Pain and Disability

There’s pain, and then there’s chronic pain. Most acute, new pain will resolve on its own as the body heals but it can become much, much more complicated

Do you have to squeeze when you sneeze?
Do you have to squeeze when you sneeze?

“All difficult things have their origin in that which is easy, and great things in that which is small.”

— Lao Tzu