Online Continuing Education Courses

Functional Applications in Pelvic Rehabilitation: Part A

Instructor: Kathe Wallace, PT, BCB-PMD

Course Description: Functional Applications in Pelvic Rehabilitation Course begins with a thorough explanation of the anatomy of the pelvis and the layers of the pelvic floor muscles.

Functional Applications in Pelvic Rehabilitation: Part B

Instructor: Kathe Wallace, PT, BCB-PMD

Course Description: Part 2 of the Functional Applications in Pelvic Rehabilitation Course provides lecture for teaching anatomy, physiology and kinesiology of daily functions and laboratory practicums for learning external evaluation and treatment techniques for the pelvic region.

Introduction to Female and Male Pelvic Pain

Instructor: Holly Tanner, MA, PT, OCS, LMP, BCB-PMD, CCI

Course Description: This introductory course was developed for the practitioner who does not have any prior training in pelvic rehabilitation. In covering basic concepts such as anatomy, potential pain patterns, and common presentation, the learner can improve skills of identification of the patient who has pelvic pain.

Introduction to Caring for the Pregnant Patient

Instructor: Holly Tanner, MA, PT, OCS, LMP, BCB-PMD, CCI

Course Description: This course introduces the learner to rehabilitation principles for the patient who is pregnant. Topics covered include the significant hormonal shifts that take place in a woman's body during pregnancy which create necessary changes in support of a healthy pregnancy. Specific shifts within body systems as well as the common physiologic changes will be discussed. The typical musculoskeletal conditions and common complaints during pregnancy will be highlighted, with body regions divided into upper quarter, lower quarter, trunk and spine, and pelvic floor.

Medical Therapeutic Yoga: Part A

Instructor: Ginger Garner, MPT, ATC

This course will prepare the licensed medical professional to evaluate and manage the healthy and involved patient and client using a biopsychosocial systems paradigm, called the Professional Yoga Therapy (PYT) Pentagon of Wellness Conceptual Model and Method.

Medical Therapeutic Yoga: Part B

Instructor: Ginger Garner, MPT, ATC

This is the second of a two part course from Ginger Garner that will prepare the licensed medical professional to evaluate and manage the healthy and involved patient and client using a biopsychosocial systems paradigm, called the Professional Yoga Therapy (PYT) Pentagon of Wellness Conceptual Model, and the PYT method.

Integrative Techniques for Pelvic Floor & Core Function: Part A - Laying the Foundation

Instructor: Bill Gallagher, PT, CMT, CYT and Richard Sabel, MA, MPH, OTR, GCFP

In this first course of a 3 part series, the online participant will learn low-tech, non-invasive techniques to address pelvic floor dysfunction that draw from Yoga, Tai Chi, Qigong, Feldenkrais and conventional rehab therapies, to guide clients toward improved health and function. Part A lays the foundation for the series by covering anatomy, core concepts related to "habits of the mind," and the physiology of breathing as it relates to the pelvic floor. Throughout each course in this series, Bill and Richard will walk you through various exercises that you are encouraged to perform at home, in order to better prepare you to guide your own patients through the same exercises in your setting of care

Integrative Techniques for Pelvic Floor & Core Function: Part B - Motion is Lotion

Instructor: Bill Gallagher, PT, CMT, CYT and Richard Sabel, MA, MPH, OTR, GCFP

In this second course, of a 3 part series, the online participant will continue to learn how to integrate low-tech, non-invasive techniques drawn from Yoga, Tai Chi, Qigong, and Feldenkrais with conventional rehab therapies to address pelvic floor dysfunction and guide clients toward improved health and function. Part B will begin by covering modifications of yoga poses to address soft tissue tightness, functional movement, and pelvic dysfunction. The pelvic clock in supine from Part A will be reviewed, and techniques for the facilitation of a client’s understanding of the pelvic clock will be presented.

Integrative Techniques for Pelvic Floor & Core Function: Part C - Coordination and Function

Instructor: Bill Gallagher, PT, CMT, CYT and Richard Sabel, MA, MPH, OTR, GCFP

In this third course, of a 3 part series, the online participant will continue to learn how to integrate low-tech, non-invasive techniques drawn from Yoga, Tai Chi, Qigong, and Feldenkrais with conventional rehab therapies. Part C concludes the series with integrating the pelvic floor muscles into everyday functional movements such as standing, lifting from a squat, bridging, and going up steps, as a means to maintain the suppleness (strength and flexibility) of the pelvic floor. You will be able to demonstrate and explain the benefits of Ujai breath practice, minimizing locked joints, and the benefits of tennis ball practice, as well as understand how the spinal twist in supine can be used to promote pelvic mobility and address sacroiliac pain.

Sex and Sexuality in Physical Therapy Practice: Part A

Instructor: Talli Rosenbaum, MSc, PT, CST, IF

In this course covering sex and sexuality in physical therapy practice by Talli Rosenbaum, users will be introduced to the important role of the physical therapy practice in addressing the sexual health needs of patients. Users will learn the challenges and barriers involved in talking about sex and sexuality with clients, and will have an opportunity to examine their own values, attitudes, and feelings about sexuality and sexual health

Sex and Sexuality in Physical Therapy Practice: Part B Sexuality for Pelvic Floor Practitioners

Instructor: Talli Rosenbaum, MSc, PT, CST, IF

In this course covering sexuality for pelvic floor practitioners by Talli Rosenbaum, users will discuss symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction and it’s effect on sexual health. Users will review literature regarding the role of the pelvic floor in sexual activity, and discuss sexual health and it’s relationship with pelvic floor health throughout the lifecycle. This review will include the stages of pregnancy, postpartum experiences, and the stages of menopause later in life

Sex and Sexuality in Physical Therapy Practice Part C: Clinical Tools for Treatment of Complex Sexual Pain Disorders - Addressing Psychosocial Factors in Treatment

Instructor: Talli Rosenbaum, MSc, PT, CST, IF

In this course covering clinical tools for treatment of complex sexual pain disorders by Talli Rosenbaum, users will describe the biological, psychological, and social factors that contribute to unconsummated relationships. Participants will learn relevant guidelines and techniques for helping couples that are unable to experience intercourse, as well as existing models of treatment for sexual disorders.

Understanding Prolapse

Instructor: Michelle Lyons, PT, MISCP

This course, with Michelle Lyons, discusses the Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) within the context of pelvic rehabilitation specialist practice. The course begins by describing the relevant anatomy and systems involved in POP, as well as the risk factors for developing POP. The course also covers the evidence base for treatment options, from conservative approaches to surgical interventions. Emphasis is placed on the role of the pelvic rehabilitation specialist in specific clinical scenarios.

Understanding Endometriosis

Instructor: Michelle Lyons, PT, MISCP

This course, with Michelle Lyons, is designed to acknowledge and describe the prevalence and impact of endometriosis, and the implications for pelvic rehabilitation specialists. The course begins by review the treatment options (and their implications) available to endometriosis patients, and goes on to describe the ‘Evil Triplet Syndrome’ of Endometriosis, Interstitial Cystitis and Pudendal Neuralgia. Participants will develop an understanding of the role of the pelvic rehab specialist in managing pelvic pain and genito-urinary dysfunction.

Prostate Cancer Survivorship

Instructor: Michelle Lyons, PT, MISCP

How can rehabilitation professionals approach the complex physical and psychosocial impacts of prostate cancer survivorship in their patients? This course, with Michelle Lyons, provides background on treatment options for prostate cancer and the implications during episodes of rehabilitation treatment. The course begins by describing the treatment options available for prostate cancer in detail, and by explaining the practical implications for therapy. The course also provides important background on the effects of prostate cancer on the body that are important for therapists working with this population to understand. Finally, in the last chapter, Michelle Lyons demonstrates and discusses key exercises for patients recovering from prostate cancer.

Breast Cancer Survivorship

Instructor: Michelle Lyons, PT, MISCP

How can rehabilitation professionals approach the complex physical and psychosocial impacts of breast cancer survivorship in their patients? This course, with Michelle Lyons, provides background on treatment options for breast cancer and the implications during episodes of rehabilitation treatment. The course begins by describing the treatment options available for breast cancer in detail, and by explaining the practical implications for therapy. The course also provides important background on the effects of breast cancer on the body that are important for therapist working with this population to understand. The course concludes with a demonstration chapter, where Michelle Lyons demonstrates and discusses key exercises for patients recovering from breast cancer.