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PH1: Preparing Student Physical Therapists for Success in Pelvic Health Practice
Explore Clinical Affiliations→Join JWPHPT as an Associate Editor! Help shape the future of women’s and pelvic health physical therapy by leading reviews, fostering connections, recruiting reviewers, and encouraging submissions. Apply now: editorjwhpt@aptapelvichealth.org. Continue Reading
Explore the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy's new Cross-Disciplinary Ambassador Scholarship, designed to promote collaboration and elevate awareness of pelvic health physical therapy across diverse healthcare disciplines. Recipient Rachel Worman, PT, DPT, PhD, shares her insights... Continue Reading
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
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
This prestigious certification is designed to empower physical therapists with specialized knowledge and skills in women's health, allowing them to provide comprehensive care to women across the lifespan. Continue Reading
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. One s Continue Reading
Whether you are an experienced physical therapist looking to specialize in pelvic health or a student contemplating a career in physical therapy with a focus on pelvic health, this article aims to provide valuable insights to help you embark on this rewarding career path. Continue Reading
Pelvic health issues are prevalent and affect individuals of all ages and genders. The demand for specialized care in this field is on the rise. If you're interested in making a significant impact on people's lives and empowering them to overcome pelvic health challenges, consider becoming a Pelvic Continue Reading
We are seeking several members to join the CAPP-Pelvic Committee and the CAPP-OB Committee. Please click below to learn more about each position and apply today! To apply, you must be a currently active Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy member. Continue Reading
The Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy and the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy are seeking members to join a CPG Work Group to revise the Clinical Practice Guideline titled, “Pelvic Girdle Pain in the Antepartum Population” (originally published in 2017). Continue Reading
Join us for our 4th annual, virtual residency fair hosted by the Student Special Interest Group (SSIG). In this virtual event, you will learn about 18 residency programs and get to ask questions! Continue Reading
Are you passionate about pelvic health and physical therapy? The Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy is thrilled to invite you to a series of remarkable events at CSM 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts, from February 14-17, 2024! Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting your journey Continue Reading