Marci Marshall -Featured Certified Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner

In our weekly feature section, Pelvic Rehab Report is proud to present this interview with newly certified practitioner Marci Marshall, PT, PRPC

If you could get a message out to physical therapists about pelvic rehabilitation what would it be?

Thinking “out of the box”…I always say to my patients that there are many pieces to a puzzle and we just have to find the right pieces to fit together for them to be on the path to healing. I believe that pelvic rehabilitation requires a multidisciplinary approach. There are many complementary services; such as, dry needling, visceral therapy, massage therapy, acupuncture, mindfulness meditation and yoga that need to be considered. Be open to try something new and to explore as many avenues as feasible. It is so important to give patients back some control in their lives in a positive and empowering manner.

What has been your favorite Herman & Wallace Course and why?

Myofascial Release for Pelvic Dysfunction taught by Ramona Horton, MPT. Her techniques helped to further refine my ability to load tissue in multiple planes and allow the tissue to direct me to the restrictions both externally and internally. I found that my fingers could be “softer” and I just needed to “feel & follow” to be just as effective! She provided me with a new tool to put in my tool bag! She is a very captivating instructor and provides a wealth of information!

What makes you the most proud to have earned PRPC?

I have been a therapist for thirty years, the last ten years as a Women’s Health Specialist. My husband, also a physical therapist, has always supported my career goals. He said, “What will mean more to you at this stage in your career, a doctorate degree or a specialization certification? My answer to him was to pursue a certification that represented my knowledge and dedication to this field. I wasn’t sure if I was capable of achieving this goal since I hadn’t taken an exam of this caliber since my state’s board examination. When they told me the first exam was going to be longer and harder than subsequent exams I was very intimidated and almost backed out! I can’t describe the excitement and sense of accomplishment I felt when I received the email that I had passed!

What is in store for you in the future?

To continue to learn! I am pursuing my Dry Needling Certification because I have seen how well it complements my services for pelvic pain patients. I also want to promote more homeopathic and holistic services in my practice in the near future.

Learn more about Marci Marshall, PT, PRPC at her Certified Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner bio page. You can also learn more about the Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification at www.hermanwallace.com/certification.