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The Journey of a Pelvic Health Physical Therapist
The Journey of a Pelvic Health Physical Therapist

The journey to become a pelvic health physical therapist is transformative, driven by personal encounters with pelvic floor dysfunction. It's marked by empathy and challenges, offering profound moments of healing in healthcare's specialized landscape. Continue Reading

Postedby Katherine Patricia Breeze
Date posted05/10/2024


My Pelvic Health Physical Therapy Journey
My Pelvic Health Physical Therapy Journey

Passionate about pelvic health, sparked by a dedicated professor and clinical experience. Excited to continue making a difference in patients' lives. Continue Reading

Postedby Alex Orr
Date posted05/10/2024


Empathy to Enlightenment : My journey in Women's Health
Empathy to Enlightenment : My journey in Women's Health

My interest had always been in musculoskeletal disorders since I started studying physical therapy. Even while working I found myself drawing towards assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. However, during the past few months, I got a chance to see postpartum females Continue Reading

Postedby Aisha Khan
Date posted05/10/2024


From Barging into Bathrooms to Helping People Stop Barging into Bathrooms, Why I became a pelvic PT
From Barging into Bathrooms to Helping People Stop Barging into Bathrooms, Why I became a pelvic PT

Jenny is a pelvic health PT who lives in the Daytona Beach area with her husband and two cats. She opened Porter Pelvic PT in 2023 for everyone with a pelvis who experiences abdominopelvic dysfunction. Learn about how she became a pelvic health PT! Continue Reading

Postedby Jenny Porter
Date posted05/10/2024


Clicking for Change: Redefining Pelvic Health through Social Media
Clicking for Change: Redefining Pelvic Health through Social Media

Through social media and collaborations, the goal is to empower black women to prioritize their well-being and bridge healthcare disparities. Continue Reading

Postedby Bransyl Boston
Date posted05/10/2024


2024 Academy Elections: Meet Your Candidates on May 7, 9, and 13!
2024 Academy Elections: Meet Your Candidates on May 7, 9, and 13!

Join your Nominating Committee as they introduce the 2024 election slate this week! The Nominating Committee has scheduled three upcoming meet and greets that will be hosted virtually throughout the week. Meet and greet events will be recorded and recordings will be made available here. Continue Reading

Date posted05/6/2024


How My Journey into Pelvic Health Influences My Career
How My Journey into Pelvic Health Influences My Career

Learn how Samantha let their journey into pelvic floor physical influence their empathy with patients. Continue Reading

Postedby Samantha Kocher
Date posted03/13/2024


My Path to Pelvic PT: A Student’s Journey
My Path to Pelvic PT: A Student’s Journey

My long-term career goal would be to provide a complete, holistic approach to cancer-related care and pelvic floor dysfunction. I am grateful to APTA Pelvic Health for assisting me in being one step closer to my goal and living my dreams. Continue Reading

Postedby Alicia Ellen Young
Date posted03/7/2024


My Pelvic Health Journey
My Pelvic Health Journey

My mother who would never say the word "vagina," gave birth to a daughter who wants to be a pelvic floor physical therapist. God has a funny sense of humor. Continue Reading

Postedby Michelle Logan
Date posted02/6/2024


Revolutionizing Pelvic Health Physical Therapy: A Vision for the Future
Revolutionizing Pelvic Health Physical Therapy: A Vision for the Future

Whether you're a fellow SPT, a healthcare professional, or someone seeking to optimize your pelvic health, this blog post is a must-read. Get ready to be inspired and enlightened as Terrelle Wallace SPT unveils his vision for the future of pelvic floor physical therapy. Continue Reading

Postedby Terrelle Abdull Wallace
Date posted01/24/2024


My Pelvic Health Journey
My Pelvic Health Journey

Pelvic health physical therapy has left a lasting impression on me as I navigated through working as a tech, the application process, graduate school, and now clinical rotations. Continue Reading

Postedby Teah J. Matthews
Date posted01/4/2024


Reflections of Gratitude
Reflections of Gratitude

I cannot begin to talk about my journey into pelvic health physical therapy without first thanking all of the teachers, clinicians, and patients who have helped me and many other therapists step into the role of pelvic health PT skillfully and confidently. Continue Reading

Postedby Stephanie Accalia
Date posted01/3/2024