It is critically important to understand developmental milestones when working on core control and stability, especially in relation to continence. These milestones provide the foundation for assessing and promoting proper core function, which is essential for postural stability, breathing, and continence management.

The focus on connecting the ribcage, diaphragm, and pelvic floor (PFM) in therapy allows pediatric therapists to address the root causes of core weakness, which can manifest in children with various developmental disorders. This comprehensive approach, which integrates both anatomical knowledge and functional assessments, helps therapists target specific dysfunctions, such as poor bowel and bladder habits, that can significantly hinder a child's progress.

Moreover, addressing issues like constipation and dysfunctional voiding habits, often overlooked in standard therapies, offers a more holistic and functional intervention plan. Recognizing these issues allows for a more integrated approach, improving not just the child's core strength, but also their overall health and quality of life. This course, with its detailed focus on these aspects, is a valuable resource for therapists, offering them the tools to make a more meaningful impact on the lives of children with special needs in both clinic and school-based settings.

Prerequisites
None. This is a beginner-level course.

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.