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Women's Health Specialists: We Need Your Expertise!
Women's Health Specialists: We Need Your Expertise!

Join the Specialization Academy of Content Experts (SACE) to elevate our field! SACE members play a critical role with preparing, reviewing, and revising examination items for the board-certified specialty exams. Application Submission Deadline: April 30, 2025. Continue Reading

Postedby Margaret Kathleen Bronson
Date posted03/28/2025


A Pilates-Based Approach to Pelvic Pain
A Pilates-Based Approach to Pelvic Pain

This webinar will begin with a short lecture, exploring why pilates based exercises are beneficial for those with pelvic pain, geared specifically towards those with endometriosis. The second half of the session will be movement based, as our speaker walks participants through therapeutic exercises! Continue Reading

Postedby Early-Professional Special Interest Group (EPSIG)
Date posted03/27/2025


Pelvic Physical Therapy for Oncology Patients
Pelvic Physical Therapy for Oncology Patients

Join the Student Special Interest Group of the Academy of Pelvic Health (SSIG) for an engaging and informative webinar presented by pelvic health physical therapists Sarah Abromowitz and Marianne Egan, who specialize in oncology care. This session will focus on the intersection of pelvic health... Continue Reading

Postedby Student Special Interest Group (SSIG)
Date posted03/24/2025


Your Community, On the Go: Member Engage Mobile App
Your Community, On the Go: Member Engage Mobile App

The Academy hosts its Member Engage community on a platform called Mobilize. As an Academy member, you’ll have access to a variety of groups tailored to your interests and areas of practice. In these groups, members can post questions, start discussion topics, comment on others’ posts, RSVP to Speci Continue Reading

Date posted03/21/2025


*Brand New Sponsorship Opportunity*: Virtual Pop-Up: Nurture & Strengthen | Postpartum Care
*Brand New Sponsorship Opportunity*: Virtual Pop-Up: Nurture & Strengthen | Postpartum Care

🌟 New Sponsorship Opportunity! 🌟 Maximize your brand's visibility with our Virtual Pop-Up Event Sponsorship Package, featuring premium ad placements, social media exposure, logo recognition, a 3-minute showcase video, and more! Continue Reading

Postedby Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Date posted03/18/2025


How To Tell if Your Pelvic Floor Is Tight or Weak—and Why Kegels Aren’t Always the Answer
How To Tell if Your Pelvic Floor Is Tight or Weak—and Why Kegels Aren’t Always the Answer

Understanding your pelvic floor health is key to overall well-being! This article from Woman’s World dives into how to assess your pelvic floor and offers expert-backed tips for strengthening or relaxing these important muscles. Continue Reading

Postedby Heather Michele Jeffcoat
Date posted03/17/2025


6 Small, Everyday Habits Pelvic Floor Physical Therapists Wish You’d Break
6 Small, Everyday Habits Pelvic Floor Physical Therapists Wish You’d Break

This article explores common everyday habits that can negatively impact pelvic floor health and offers expert advice on how to prevent and address these issues. Continue Reading

Date posted03/13/2025


Gwyneth Paltrow is selling a $200 sex pillow — doctors weigh in on whether it’s worth it
Gwyneth Paltrow is selling a $200 sex pillow — doctors weigh in on whether it’s worth it

This article examines Gwyneth Paltrow’s $200 sex pillow, exploring its claims, expert opinions, and whether it’s worth the investment for enhancing intimacy and pelvic health. Continue Reading

Postedby Heather Michele Jeffcoat
Date posted03/13/2025


The Common Pelvic Floor Issue Whitney Port Dealt With After Giving Birth
The Common Pelvic Floor Issue Whitney Port Dealt With After Giving Birth

This article highlights Whitney Port’s postpartum pelvic floor challenges and features expert insights on common issues new parents may face, along with tips for recovery and care. Continue Reading

Postedby Heather Michele Jeffcoat
Date posted03/13/2025


Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Cuts | A Call to Action from APTA President Kyle Covington
Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Cuts | A Call to Action from APTA President Kyle Covington

Call your House of Representatives member and urge them to include legislative language to reverse the 2.8% fee schedule payment cut that became effective Jan. 1. You can find your representative's phone number by going to house.gov and entering your ZIP code. Continue Reading

Postedby APTA Pelvic Health
Date posted03/11/2025


April-Nov Webinar Series | Free CEUs | APTA Regulatory, Legislative, and Payment Updates
April-Nov Webinar Series | Free CEUs | APTA Regulatory, Legislative, and Payment Updates

Registration is free to APTA members, and CEUs are expected to be confirmed closer to the live webinar dates! Continue Reading

Date posted02/24/2025


Honoring Excellence in Pelvic Health: Congratulating Our 2025 Academy Award Recipients! 🏆
Honoring Excellence in Pelvic Health: Congratulating Our 2025 Academy Award Recipients! 🏆

The Academy hosted its annual Awards Ceremony on Thursday, February 13, 2025 in Houston, TX to recognize  many of its volunteers and active physical therapy professionals that have made a huge impact in the Academy and the profession. Help us in congratulating 2025's award recipients! Continue Reading

Postedby Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Date posted02/14/2025