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Pediatric Pelvic Health: CSM learning and connecting opportunities
Pediatric Pelvic Health: CSM learning and connecting opportunities

Unlock the essentials of pediatric pelvic health at CSM! Whether you're a pelvic health physical therapist expanding into pediatrics or a pediatric therapist eager to address bowel and bladder challenges, this is your chance to explore expert-led sessions to help you grow in this specialty. Continue Reading

Postedby Andrea Richtel Branas
Date posted12/19/2025


The Role of Psychological Skills in Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
The Role of Psychological Skills in Pelvic Health Physical Therapy

Pelvic health physical therapists are often amongst the first professionals patients consult for pelvic floor concerns, which can significantly affect sexual functioning and intimacy. While the focus of training traditionally emphasizes anatomy, physiology, and rehabilitation, patients Continue Reading

Date posted10/2/2025


Implementation of an Acute Care OB and Postpartum Telehealth Program at Duke Health
Implementation of an Acute Care OB and Postpartum Telehealth Program at Duke Health

Across the country, there is a growing interest in offering acute care physical therapy for women after delivery. The enthusiasm behind this is contagious! When it comes time to sit down and start the planning process, many questions emerge: Where do we start? Continue Reading

Postedby Valerie J. Adams
Date posted09/22/2025


Advance Your Practice in Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Advance Your Practice in Pelvic Health Physical Therapy

Don’t just learn pelvic health—master it. Join a vibrant community of passionate professionals dedicated to advancing care through education, advocacy, and excellence. Continue Reading

Date posted08/18/2025


Blind Spots, Opportunities, and Hope for Anal Neoplasia: Lessons learned at the IANS Meeting
Blind Spots, Opportunities, and Hope for Anal Neoplasia: Lessons learned at the IANS Meeting

Amanda Olson, DPT, PRPC had the tremendous opportunity to travel to London, UK June 6-8, 2025, to attend the International Anal Neoplasia Society Conference. Read about what insights she walked away with! Continue Reading

Postedby Amanda Ann Olson
Date posted06/24/2025


APTA North Carolina Pelvic Health SIG Interest Form
APTA North Carolina Pelvic Health SIG Interest Form

If you are in NC, please take 10 seconds to complete this form of interest. We are trying to gauge interest in starting a Pelvic Health SIG as part of APTA NC leadership and we'd LOVE your feedback! Continue Reading

Postedby Ginger Garner
Date posted06/17/2025


Don’t Miss the 2025 Virtual IPPS Annual Scientific Meeting on Pelvic Pain – June 13–14!
Don’t Miss the 2025 Virtual IPPS Annual Scientific Meeting on Pelvic Pain – June 13–14!

Join clinicians and researchers from across the globe at the virtual IPPS 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting June 13–14, 2025. This premier interdisciplinary event focuses on advancing the understanding and care of persistent pelvic pain through evidence-based presentations, expert panels, and more! Continue Reading

Postedby Karen Rose Brandon
Date posted05/20/2025


Mythbusting the Maintenance of Specialty Certification (MOSC)
Mythbusting the Maintenance of Specialty Certification (MOSC)

What have you heard about the MOSC--Myth or Fact? Get all the facts here! Continue Reading

Postedby Pamela Kays
Date posted05/13/2025


New Feature on PT Locator | Add Your Specialized Services!
New Feature on PT Locator | Add Your Specialized Services!

The Academy’s PT Locator now includes filters for Specialized Services like dry needling, pessary fitting, sexuality counseling, and more. Members—update your profile today! Continue Reading

Date posted05/7/2025


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


$75,000 Postdoctoral Fellowship | Foundation of Physical Therapy Research
$75,000 Postdoctoral Fellowship | Foundation of Physical Therapy Research

The 2025 Postdoctoral Fellowship through the Foundation for Physical Therapy Research (FPTR) is relaunching in February 2025! This $75,000 fellowship supports 12 months of dedicated research training in physical therapy. One fellowship is expected to be awarded by May 2025. Stay tuned for updates! Continue Reading

Postedby Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Date posted02/7/2025


A Day in the Life of a Pediatric Physical Therapist at APTA CSM 2025
A Day in the Life of a Pediatric Physical Therapist at APTA CSM 2025

Unlock the essentials of pediatric pelvic health at CSM! Whether you're a pelvic health therapist expanding into pediatrics or a pediatric therapist eager to address bowel and bladder dysfunction, this is your chance to explore expert-led sessions and "spend a day in the life" of a pediatric PH PT! Continue Reading

Postedby Sarah Cooper
Date posted02/4/2025