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Empowering Wellness: Pelvic Health Matters More than You Think
Empowering Wellness: Pelvic Health Matters More than You Think

Pelvic health is often left in the shadows. Pelvic Health matters more than you think. Pelvic health is the key to reclaiming control, strength, and balance in your everyday life. Imagine being able to laugh, run, or lift with confidence without discomfort or worry. Continue Reading

Postedby Keta Parikh
Date posted12/3/2024


Transforming Pelvic Health Care: Empowering Communities, Bridging the Gap, and Redefining Pelvic Hea
Transforming Pelvic Health Care: Empowering Communities, Bridging the Gap, and Redefining Pelvic Hea

Join me on the journey of discovering how pelvic health physical therapy intersects with mental health and why addressing disparities in care can raise awareness and foster positive inclusivity for women in healthcare. Continue Reading

Postedby Brianna James
Date posted11/27/2024


2025 Harker Internship in APTA Government Affairs | Students, Apply by January 31, 2025!
2025 Harker Internship in APTA Government Affairs | Students, Apply by January 31, 2025!

The APTA Harker Internship is an annual paid internship in Government Affairs for third year DPT students. The internship duration is approximately 6-8 weeks, usually during the late spring/early summer timeframe, and provides experience in federal legislative advocacy, policy, and grassroots. Continue Reading

Postedby Kim Parker-Guerrero
Date posted11/21/2024


We Need Your Input - Pelvic Health Professional Development Survey
We Need Your Input - Pelvic Health Professional Development Survey

The Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy is conducting a Continuing Education & Professional Development Survey, and your participation is vital. By sharing your insights, you’ll help us better serve our community and continue advancing the field of pelvic health physical therapy. Continue Reading

Date posted11/19/2024


We Need Your Input - Research Engagement Survey
We Need Your Input - Research Engagement Survey

We invite you to take a quick survey to share your experiences and insights about how you engage with pelvic health research and the Journal of Women’s and Pelvic Health Physical Therapy (JWPHPT). Continue Reading

Date posted11/19/2024


We Need Your Input - Pelvic Health Advocacy Engagement Survey
We Need Your Input - Pelvic Health Advocacy Engagement Survey

Your participation is crucial in ensuring the Academy continues to serve the needs of our community and advance the field of pelvic health physical therapy. Thank you for contributing to this important process! Continue Reading

Date posted11/8/2024


Factors Influencing the Utilization of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy Among Women in Rural Appalachi
Factors Influencing the Utilization of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy Among Women in Rural Appalachi

To better understand the barriers to successful treatment, my classmates and I, with our professors’ guidance, conducted an interview of open-ended questions to ask volunteers about their experience with pelvic floor dysfunction. Continue Reading

Postedby Raighan Kelly
Date posted11/7/2024


Male Pelvic Health Q&A
Male Pelvic Health Q&A

Aired on October 29, 2024. Meet with the Male Health Special Interest Group and Early-Professional Special Interest Group to ask your questions on how to start treating male pelvic health, what courses to take, what to do when things don't go as planned, etc! New and seasoned clinicians all welcome. Continue Reading

Date posted10/29/2024


5th Annual Academy of Pelvic Health Women’s Health Residency Fair
5th Annual Academy of Pelvic Health Women’s Health Residency Fair

The 5th Annual Virtual Residency Fair, hosted by the Student Special Interest Group of the Academy of Pelvic Health, featured presentations from a variety of Women's Health Physical Therapy residency programs. Each program had 10 minutes to present, followed by a Q&A session with program Reps. Continue Reading

Postedby Student Special Interest Group (SSIG)
Date posted10/24/2024


Managing Sexual Wellness After a C-Section
Managing Sexual Wellness After a C-Section

This webinar hosted by our PPSIG highlighted an interview with an experienced board-certified obstetrician specializing in sexual health. Watch the recording here! Continue Reading

Postedby Pregnancy & Postpartum SIG (PPSIG)
Date posted10/24/2024


In Memory of Donna J. Del Vecchio, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Women's Health Clinical Specialist
In Memory of Donna J. Del Vecchio, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Women's Health Clinical Specialist

The Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy mourns the loss of Donna J. Del Vecchio, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Women's Health Clinical Specialist, who passed away suddenly at the age of 63 on August 12th. Donna's career and life were filled with dedication, compassion, and a pioneering spirit that Continue Reading

Date posted10/21/2024


Unlock Your Pelvic Floor Power: A Journey of Empowerment and Awareness
Unlock Your Pelvic Floor Power: A Journey of Empowerment and Awareness

Did you know that understanding your pelvic floor can transform your health and well-being? Despite its crucial role in women’s lives, this area remains shrouded in mystery, leaving many questions unanswered. In this post, we’ll explore the most Googled inquiries about pelvic health, debunk common.. Continue Reading

Postedby Kelley Urionaguena
Date posted10/15/2024