IPPS + APTA Pelvic Health Virtual Pop-Up on Menopause- On Demand

This pop-up brings together experts from behavioral health, psychology, physical therapy, and medicine to explore the latest research and clinical strategies for supporting individuals through the menopausal transition. This multi-part virtual series will spotlight often-overlooked aspects of menopause, including mood changes, gut health, joint and bone health, pelvic floor function, and post-hysterectomy considerations. Each session will offer evidence-based guidance alongside practical clinical insights to support comprehensive, patient-centered care. Whether you're a physical therapist, physician, mental health provider, or allied health professional, this series aims to foster shared understanding and coordinated care for people navigating menopause.

Learning Objectives

1. Evaluate the biochemical and hormonal changes of menopause and appraise current evidence on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for individualized patient care.

2. Synthesize multidisciplinary strategies to address menopause-related brain, cognitive, mood, sleep, urogenital, and sexual health concerns.

3. Apply evidence-based approaches to physical activity, bone and cardiovascular health, and nutrition to optimize comprehensive wellness during menopause.

4. Critique emerging research frontiers in menopausal health to inform clinical decision-making and identify opportunities for innovation.

What to Expect

• Interactive discussions led by diverse healthcare professionals
• Education on hormone therapy and integrative treatment approaches
• The role of different professions in the different aspects of menopause

Event Highlights

• Approximately 4 contact hours
• 4 Educational Sessions
• Live 15-min Q&A after each session
• On-demand access to all recordings
• Post-event exam & survey in the Learning Center
• Digital badge & Certificate of Completion

Educational Session

Topic 1: The Chemistry of Menopause & Hormone Therapy

• The Chemistry of Menopause & Hormone Therapy: Myth Busting and Fact Finding presented by Kathryn Witzeman, MDLinks to an external site. 
• Beyond the Joint: The PT’s Role in Menopause Hormone Therapy Education presented by Karen Litos, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Pelvic and Women's Health Clinical Specialist EmeritusLinks to an external site.

Topic 2: Urogenital, Gynecological, and Sexual Health in Menopause

•  Urogenital, Gynecological, and Sexual Health in Menopause presented by Lindsey Plato-Johnson (“LPJ”), DNP, FNP-BC, AQH, MSCP, CCTPLinks to an external site.
• PT Approaches to Urogenital Health Across the Menopausal Transition presented by Lauren Trosch, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical TherapyLinks to an external site.

Topic 3: Menopause & the Brain and Pain

• Rewiring in Midlife: The Neuroscience of Menopause, Pain, and Renewed Pleasure presented by Kayna Cassard, MFTLinks to an external site. 
• Empowering Self-Care and Resilience Through Physical Therapy presented by Rupal M Patel, PT, DPT, PhDLinks to an external site.

Topic 4: Physical & Nutritional Health in Menopause

• Nutrition in Menopause: Feeding Health, Avoiding the HypeLinks to an external site. presented by Sarah Fox, MDLinks to an external site.
• Resistance Training, Protein and GLP-1s, OH MY! presented by Wendy Chorny, PT, DPT, MTC, CMTPTLinks to an external site.