Pessaries and Pelvic Rehab includes 6 hours of pre-course video lectures that cover relevant pelvic anatomy, types of prolapse, indications and contraindications for prolapse, and medical-legal considerations for pessary fitting. The in-person portion will include labs on advanced POP assessment and assessment of vaginal dimensions, as well as provide participants the opportunity to fit various pessary types under the supervision of an instructor.

This two-day in-person course is targeted to pelvic therapists who are interested in adding pessary fitting to their clinical practice and have completed Pelvic Function Level 1 and Level 2B.

Attendees will:

If you haven’t registered yet then consider this your personal invitation to join us at HWConnect 2025 in beautiful Seattle, Washington. Take advantage of this golden opportunity to network, learn, and expand your toolkit. The conference will be here before you realize it – and tickets are limited! PLUS, if you register now, you can reserve your room at a special discounted rate. 

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Ramona Horton, MPT, DPT - "The Do Not Miss List: What many pelvic rehab therapists overlook"
Ramona Horton, MPT, DPT developed and instructs the visceral and fascial mobilization courses for HW and frequently presents at local, national, and international venues – including International Pelvic Pain Society, CSM and HWConnect- on topics relating to women’s health, pelvic floor dysfunction, and manual therapy.

Discover Inclusive Care for Gender and Sexual Minorities in this interview with Brianna Durand, an expert in inclusive care for gender and sexual minorities. In this insightful video, Durand discusses the importance of tailored and compassionate healthcare for individuals who identify as LGBTQ+.

Gain valuable insights as Durand shares her extensive knowledge on the unique challenges faced by these communities and how to provide comprehensive and inclusive care. With a focus on creating safe and welcoming spaces for all individuals, this video provides valuable information for healthcare professionals and anyone looking to support the LGBTQ+ community.

Are you looking to improve your knowledge and understanding of inclusive care for the LGBTQ+ community? Look no further! Our remote course on Inclusive Care for Gender and Sexual Minorities is here to guide you through the most important principles and best practices in providing compassionate and equitable care for individuals of all gender identities and sexual orientations.

At Herman & Wallace, we’re committed to providing practitioners with the knowledge and skills they need to offer the best care possible. We’ve heard your feedback regarding the lack of familiarity with rectal balloon catheters, and we’re excited to announce a new remote course: Anorectal Balloon Catheters: Introduction and Practical Application.

Course Overview
This short but comprehensive course offers 5.5 contact hours dedicated to the essential aspects of using rectal balloon catheters in treating patients experiencing defecatory dysfunction. It is designed for those who have completed Pelvic Function Level 1.

While this course will be conducted remotely, participants are required to register with another clinician to facilitate hands-on lab practice.

HWConnect is scheduled for March 28-30, 2025 in Seattle Washington. HWConnect tickets include all speakers, breakout sessions, labs, mixers, vendor hall time, and reception.

The HW admin team has been hard at work filling speaker spots, building breakout sessions, and creating fun new experience ideas for the upcoming 2025 conference.

If you're into pelvic health then this is the conference for you. HWConnect was created to provide a top-tier networking event for pelvic rehabilitation practitioners that focuses on providing a safe environment for professional development, exposure to new products, and sharing inspiration for all things pelvic health.

HWConnect features keynote speakers, breakouts, labs, and educational sessions. Topics range from pediatrics with Dawn Sandalcidi to gender-affirming care with Ken McGee. HWConnect is all about connection - the name says it all. Network. Learn. Grow. Repeat.

We are preparing for a busy second half of the year, and are seeking hosts for our satellite and in-person course offerings. If you'd like to cut down on travel and earn a free course registration, consider hosting a course with us this year! Satellites require a minimum space for 16 attendees, and in-person courses need to be able to accommodate 30+.

We always want to hear from those interested in hosting our courses. We work with healthcare organizations of all types, sizes, and locations. Please, Contact us about hosting Pelvic Function Level 1 or any other course!

There are two formats of course which you can host, and they are described below. 

HWConnect 2025 is scheduled for March 28-30, 2025 in Seattle Washington. Register before April 1 to save money with early bird pricing!

Are you ready to level up your professional game and connect with industry leaders from around the world? Look no further than HWConnect 2025 - the must-attend event of the year for anyone serious about staying ahead of the curve. In this article, we'll walk you through everything you need to know about registering for HWConnect 2025 and securing your spot for an unforgettable experience. From speakers and breakout sessions to networking opportunities and registration details, we've got you covered. Get ready to immerse yourself in three days of innovation, education, and networking that will leave you inspired and empowered. Don't miss out - let's dive in!

Why Attend HWConnect 2025
At HWConnect 2025, you'll have the opportunity to engage with top-notch keynote speakers and insightful sessions that will expand your knowledge and skills in the industry. Let's take a closer look at what you can expect from this year's lineup.

Who are you? Describe your clinical practice.
Hi! I’m Molly O’Brien-Horn. I’m a Pelvic Health Physical Therapist practicing in an outpatient hospital-based clinic in California. I work with patients of a variety of ages, gender identities, and body variations.

What has your educational journey as a pelvic rehab therapist looked like and how did you get involved in the pelvic rehabilitation field?
I started my career in pediatrics and outpatient orthopedics. I began to notice that those patient populations also had pelvic floor dysfunction, in addition to the diagnoses I was seeing them for. I was fortunate enough to shadow a colleague at the time who did pelvic health. That colleague recommended I take Pelvic Function Level 1 with Herman & Wallace, which I did, and I loved it. During the course, I decided that Pelvic Health was what I wanted to do with my life and the rest is history.

What patient population do you find most rewarding to treat and why?
I know it may sound cliché, but variety is the spice of life, right? I like having the ability to treat a variety of diagnoses within the pelvic health field and be able to help as many different people from as many different walks of life as possible. Being able to treat people of all gender identities, sexual orientations, ability levels, body variations, ages, etc. within the pelvic health field is what’s the most rewarding to me.

Darla Cathcart, PT, DPT, Ph.D., WCS, CLT  graduated from Louisiana State University (Shreveport, LA) with her physical therapy degree, performed residency training in Women’s Health PT at Duke University, and received her Ph.D. from the University of Arkansas Medical Sciences. Her dissertation research focus was on using non-invasive brain stimulation to augment behavioral interventions for women with lifelong vaginismus, and her ongoing line of research will continue to center around pain with intercourse. Darla is part of Herman & Wallace's core faculty and recently launched her own course Vaginismus and Vulvovaginal Dyspareunia. She sat down with the Pelvic Rehab Report to discuss working with vaginismus and vulvovaginal dyspareunia patients.

I believe one of the most important things that we as pelvic therapists can do for patients experiencing vaginismus and vulvovaginal dyspareunia is to offer HOPE!