Finding the Driver in Pelvic Pain

PFPG TABS - Objectives

Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:

1. List the muscles and functions of the pelvic floor.
2. Describe the relationship of ligament and pelvic floor muscle support in the pelvis.
3. Describe risk factors and common diagnoses that involve the pelvic floor muscles.
4. Demonstrate history taking techniques including identification of risk factors for pelvic floor muscle dysfunctions.
5. Perform 3 external assessments and 3 external treatment techniques for the pelvic floor muscles.
6. Demonstrate external evaluation and external treatment of coccyx pain.
7. Perform verbal instruction of pelvic floor exercises with at least three different techniques.
8. Identify the treatment options for SEMG biofeedback for pelvic floor conditions.
9. Palpate and treat key muscles of the pelvis (obturator internus, adductors, pelvic diaphragm).
10. Describe evidence-based exercise training and progression for pelvic floor stabilization.