Rectal Balloon Catheters for Defecatory Dysfunction is a short course that will provide the pelvic health clinician with knowledge and practice on the use of rectal balloon catheters in treating patients with defecatory dysfunction. Diagnoses that can benefit from the use of rectal balloon training will be presented, as well when this modality is appropriate to use in conjunction with other treatment techniques. Indications and contraindications for the use of balloon training, as well as recommended treatment guidelines will be discussed in depth. Instruction on interpreting data gathered during a balloon catheter assessment and devising an appropriate treatment plan will be given. A lab will be included to practice both the assessment and treatment techniques that are learned during the course.

This course is offered for participants that have previously taken PF2A addressing colorectal conditions and would like to learn more about the use of rectal balloon catheters in their clinical practice. This information is presented in the new updated version of Pelvic Function 2A course. This course requires registration with another clinician so labs may be performed on each other.

Prerequisites
1. Pelvic Function Level 1 (or Pelvic Floor Level 1) through Herman and Wallace or Pelvic PT through APTA
2. Pelvic Floor Series Level 2A prior to 2024 or Bowel Pathology and Function through Herman and Wallace

Pre-Course Learning Requirements
10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. In Teachable, registrants will find video lectures, other pre-course learning materials, course manual files, mandatory liability waiver, and URLs for any Zoom meetings. We require registrants to complete teachable components in sequential order. Videos lectures are required and must be completed in-full before proceeding to the next Teachable section. At the conclusion of the course, registrants can access their post-test and course evaluation form to provide our curriculum team feedback on their experience, as well as download their certificate of completion - all via Teachable.

Audience
This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.