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Before Day One
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These video lectures in Teachable must be viewed in-full prior to the course
Total video lecture time: 8 hours
1) Advanced Anatomy (46 minutes)
2) Endocrine System: The Basics (28 minutes)
3) Endocrine System: Lifespan Considerations (43 minutes)
4) Endometriosis: Diagnosis & Medical Management (31 minutes)
5) Genital & Perineal Skin (37 minutes)
6) Topics in Neurologic Pelvic Rehabilitation (73 minutes)
7) Common Pelvic Surgeries & Procedures (54 minutes)
8) Pain Science in Practice (37 minutes)
9) Mental Health Screening (46 minutes)
10) Pharmacologic Considerations in Pelvic Rehab (57 minutes)
11) Neuroinflammation & Complex Conditions (35 min)
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Day One
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NOTE: Times below are listed in Pacific time zone
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Upcoming Events of this Course
Pelvic Function Series Capstone - Fairfax VA - October 31 - November 1 2026
Oct 31 2026 - Nov 1 2026
Pelvic Function Series Capstone - Self-Hosted - October 31 - November 1 2026
Oct 31 2026 - Nov 1 2026
Pelvic Function Series Capstone
Advanced Topics in Pelvic Rehab
| Price: $795 Experience Level: Advanced Contact Hours: 23 |
Pelvic Function Capstone is an advanced-level course that will provide the pelvic health clinician with additional knowledge and tools to manage complex patient presentations more effectively. The participant will have the opportunity to learn advanced anatomy concepts, endocrine physiology, and how to integrate neurologic, pharmacologic, and post-surgical rehabilitation into patient care. Participants will understand how diagnoses such as pelvic congestion syndrome, endometriosis, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and neuro-inflammation can be addressed with pelvic rehabilitation. Clinicians will be introduced to self-care and managing boundaries with the goal of avoiding burnout. Practical, hands-on, supervised labs will include external and internal approaches focusing on neuro-myofascial approaches for the lower abdomen, inguinal canal, and pelvis. Capstone was designed as the culmination of knowledge and skills learned in the foundational courses of our Pelvic Function Series. The information contained in this course is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
Presentation of trauma-informed, evidence-informed evaluation and intervention will be emphasized. Outcome measures and quality of life questionnaires will be presented for a variety of topics. Daily lab time allows for supervised instruction of advanced therapeutic techniques that can be utilized with complex case presentations.
For pelvic conditions, participants will learn to:
- Recognize the key signs and symptoms that lead to impairment, functional limitations and disabilities
- Describe the endocrine system physiologic principles and changes over the lifespan
- Use a holistic framework for patient evaluation
- Design a multi-modal plan of care for pelvic rehabilitation
- Perform clinical care based on patient presentation and goals
Clinical treatment interventions will include patient education, neuro re-education, therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, therapeutic activities, self-care instruction, and recommendations for relevant modalities and referrals.
Prerequisites:
In order to take the Capstone course, registrants must have previously completed Pelvic Function Level 1 through Herman & Wallace or Pelvic PT 1 through the APTA; and Pelvic Function Level 2A with H&W. Participants must also have completed either Pelvic Function Level 2B OR Pelvic Function Level 2C or both. Exceptions to this policy may be granted on a case-by-case basis, to inquire about such exceptions please contact us.
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 recorded video lectures (all recorded video lectures must be completed before attending the first day of class), other pre-requisite 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.
Special Considerations:
As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
Upon completion of this continuing education course, participants will be able to:
1. Identify anatomy of structures including Camper’s, Buck’s, Scarpa’s, and endopelvic fascia.
2. Describe relevant anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology relating to specific conditions such as endometriosis, Ehlers-Danlos, pelvic congestion syndrome, and neurogenic bladder
3. Incorporate informed consent, trauma-informed care and an approach that is sensitive to culture and religious beliefs for evaluation and intervention skills.
4. Demonstrate techniques in motivational interviewing, pain neuroscience education, and mental health screening
5. Describe necessity of medical referral and screening as appropriate for mental health concerns, genital and perineal skin conditions, pharmacology adverse interactions, and post-surgical complications
6. Describe common surgical procedures for pelvic organ prolapse, hysterectomy, mid-urethral slings, and neobladder
7. Perform examination, evaluation, and develop a prioritized plan of care appropriate for pelvic dysfunctions including multiple diagnoses that may interact with each other
8. Recognize signs, symptoms, and rehabilitation interventions for endometriosis, Ehlers-Danlos, pelvic congestion syndrome, and neurogenic bladder
9. Describe lifespan considerations for hormonal influences on pelvic health conditions
10. Describe and demonstrate evaluation and treatment interventions for inguinal canal, scrotum, spermatic cord, scars, lower abdomen, bladder and urethra
We always want to hear from those interested in hosting our courses. We work with healthcare organizations of all types, sizes, and locations. Please, Contact us about Hosting Pelvic Function Series Capstone or any other course!
"This course exceeded my expectations. It really is a platform to reassess the complicated patients on my caseload. I feel re-energized that I have some new information and techniques that may help me propel them further. This course provided so much in-depth information. I am very proud of my Herman & Wallace education."
Stacy Christian, PT, DPT | Pelvic Floor Series Capstone - Self-Hosted - November 23-24 2024
"Very informative course, loved the specific advanced techniques with endo pelvic fascia, c-section scar, perineal body, and coccygeal ligament."
Jessica Spagnoli, PT, DPT, CFMT | Pelvic Function Series Capstone - Self-Hosted - May 4-5 2024
"I thought the course and instructor were fantastic. I was in a satellite setting with a small number of attendees and two TAs. I greatly appreciated the knowledge of the TAs and their willingness to share accessible intervention strategies. I feel the handouts have been a great resource, and I'm particularly grateful for the Quick Manual Reference included this time."
Sonya Richardson, PT, DPT, GCS | Pelvic Function Series Capstone - Chico CA - December 3-4 2022