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The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education provides this opportunity for physical therapy education constituents and the public to provide feedback on the third and final draft of the Revised Standards and Required Elements. Continue Reading
I found out at a very young age that I wanted to become a physical therapist. Around the time I was in 8th grade, my mother became a receptionist at a home health clinic and introduced me to the profession and what it had to offer. Continue Reading
After giving birth, some new parents think they'll bounce back to regular activity quickly—but that's usually not the case. Many postpartum people experience issues related to the pelvis, ranging from pain to urinary incontinence, and they sometimes need help addressing them... Continue Reading
Perimom, a provider of an innovative perineal massage tool for birth preparation, is excited to announce its partnership with the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy to sponsor their obstetric physical therapy courses! Continue Reading
Are you based in India or a country in Southeast Asia? Join us for a 3-day course titled "Fundamental Topics of Pregnancy & Postpartum Physical Therapy" from January 5-7, 2024 in Bangalore, India. Continue Reading
What do Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants do? What types of conditions do pelvic health physical therapists treat? Where do pelvic health physical therapists practice? Continue Reading
Aired on August 15, 2023 | Yoga is well known to help with overall strength, flexibility, balance, muscle tone, and general relaxation. Many practitioners initially assume pelvic floor weakness per the patient’s subjective report, however the pelvic region is much more complex than one single... Continue Reading
PT Locator™ is the ultimate resource for other healthcare providers and members of the public find a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) / Physiotherapist who specializes in pelvic and abdominal health physical therapy. Continue Reading
I began my journey into pelvic health navigating personal issues post-partum. During my pregnancy, I sought resources, courses, and information to prepare for the birthing process. Continue Reading
In the 15 years that I have been a PT, most of my orthopedic PT peers have failed to bridge the gap between orthopedics and pelvic health. I am on a mission to do just that. Continue Reading
The JWPHPT editorial team welcomes our new Associate Editor, Tammy Roehling, PT, DPT, PhD. Continue Reading
So, what does this mean for the future of pelvic health professionals, especially pelvic health physical therapy? I believe that in order for our profession to keep up with increasing demands that 3 key things will need to take place. Continue Reading
