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