Virtual Pop-Up Events
Organized by APTA Pelvic Health
The "pop-up" is a virtual event for PTs, PTAs, and SPTs interested in advancing their pelvic and abdominal health physical therapy knowledge. These events are organized by your national professional association, the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy of the American Physical Therapy Association. Elevate your skills, broaden your knowledge, learn from worldwide experts, and shape the future of pelvic and abdominal health physical therapy. Don't miss this opportunity to stay at the forefront of your profession!
- Explore cutting-edge insights and research from the comfort of your home or office.
- Expert speakers cover diverse topics to enhance your practice and patient care.
- Enjoy affordable education with accessible global participation.
- Connect with professionals worldwide, expand your network, and gain exclusive access to the Learning Center for symposium resources for 6 months.
Upcoming Pop-Ups You Don't Wanna Miss
Virtual Pop-Up: Pelvic PT & Prostate Cancer Care
Hosted by the Male Health Special Interest Group
September 16-18, 2025 | 8:00 - 9:00 PM (EDT)
Are you interested in learning how pelvic physical therapy can improve outcomes for prostate cancer patients? Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in those assigned male at birth, second only to skin cancer. Pelvic physical therapy plays a vital role in supporting patients through treatment and recovery—helping to manage side effects and improve quality of life. In recognition of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, the Male Health Special Interest Group is proud to host a virtual pop-up event dedicated to advancing education, awareness, and care in this critical area!
Past Pop-Ups
Available for on-demand registration.
Virtual Pop-Up: Nurture & Strengthen | Postpartum Care
Worth 3 Contact Hours
Are you passionate about pelvic health physical therapy and committed to improving the standard of care for postpartum women? Our dynamic 3-part virtual pop-up series features expert-led sessions on critical topics, including lactation support, c-section recovery, and nutrition during postpartum recovery. Our sessions are led by industry leaders who bring a wealth of experience and unique perspectives to the forefront of postpartum health. Engage with Justine Ward, PT, DPT, WCS, CBBA, Katie Ver Hage MSN, BSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM, IBCLC, Rachel Payne, PT, DPT, NCPT, and Tara Moore, PT, DPT, NTP, IFMCP, as they provide practical insights and innovative strategies tailored to enhance your practice.
Virtual Pop-Up: Special Topics in Men's Health
Worth 3 Contact Hours
Are you a men’s health clinician interested in learning about specific topics designed to enrich and broaden your practice? Do you treat other populations and want to know more about men’s health? Our dynamic 3-part virtual pop-up series features expert-led sessions on critical topics, including the evaluation and treatment of neurogenic testicular pain, the biopsychosocial considerations for gay and bisexual men post-prostatectomy, and the use of penile pumps and implanted prostheses.
Virtual Pop-Up: LGBTQIA+ Allyship
Worth 3 Contact Hours
This event series aims to celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity, and enhance knowledge surrounding pelvic health within the LGBTQA+ community. Our dynamic speakers and their innovative sessions explore the intersection of LGBTQIA+ identities and pelvic health physical therapy. This virtual pop-up event is a follow-up to our Pride + Pelvises.
Virtual Pop-Up: Pride + Pelvises!
Worth 3 Contact Hours
Are you passionate about pelvic health physical therapy and committed to advancing inclusive care for the LGBTQIA+ community? This on-demand series aims to celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity, and enhance knowledge surrounding pelvic health within the LGBTQIA+ community. Our dynamic speakers and their innovative sessions explore the intersection of LGBTQIA+ identities and pelvic health physical therapy.
- Early Screening to Optimize Women’s Cardiac Health presented by Karen Litos, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Women’s Health Physical Therapy and Karen Snowden, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Women’s Health Physical Therapy
- Myofascial Decompression presented by Ramona C. Horton, PT, DPT, MPT
- Can Pleasure Lessen Pain? presented by Dee Hartman, PT, DPT and Elizabeth Woods, Sex Educator
- How to Easily Grow Your Private Practice presented by Jessica Drummond, DCN, CNS, PT, NBC-HWC and Julie Granger, DPT, SCS, WHC
- Can Telemedicine Vitalize Electrical Stimulation in Managing Pelvic Health Conditions? Urgency and Slow Colonic Transit presented by Sandra Gallagher, PT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Women’s Health Physical Therapy