Mindfulness is an ancient concept and practice which has steadily gained popularity, especially during the past decade or so. This is the result of an ever-growing body of research demonstrating benefits of this practice in various domains including mental and physical health and wellness. The regular practice of mindfulness has shown to be supportive in pain management, reduction of stress, depression and anxiety, improved focus and productivity, enhanced creativity, better relationships and more. In our interactions as healthcare providers, mindfulness can be a key factor in establishing a strong therapeutic relationship with our patients, an essential component responsible for positive treatment outcomes.

This virtual course is geared towards the pelvic rehabilitation professional to enhance both their personal and professional life satisfaction and serve their patients in a more mindful way. You will learn how chronic stress impacts health and well-being and the latest research on the benefits of mindfulness training for both patients and healthcare providers. You will personally experience various mindfulness practices such as body scan, breath awareness techniques, mindful movement and meditation, so you can experience the power and benefits first-hand. We will explore how to apply mindful awareness in clinical practice to improve your patients’ experience and treatment outcomes, in addition to making your day more peaceful and productive as you enhance your ability to stay focused and become less reactive to triggering situations. You will return to your clinic with the ability to explain mindful awareness and its benefits to your patients and introduce mindfulness into your patient care. You will be able to begin or deepen your own mindfulness practice and apply practical mindfulness skills to a busy workday and personal life to promote your own happiness and well-being.

Audience:

Although this course is listed as mindfulness for the pelvic rehabilitation professional; the content can be integrated in other rehabilitation practices as well.

Prerequisites:

All pre-recorded lectures in Teachable for this course must be watched before the Live Component of the course. See the Schedule tab for the current list of pre-recorded videos