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Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) is a common and relevant condition that affects many patients worldwide. According to our evidence, PFD can affect approximately 20-25% of women and men in the United States... Continue Reading
Physical therapy is a great first step. Peeing yourself at inopportune times (or really any time) can, understandably, be upsetting and anxiety-inducing. If you have stress urinary incontinence (SUI), seemingly harmless activities—like laughing during dinner with friends, having sex, or sneaking in Continue Reading
Pelvic health physical therapy is a vital part of recovery in the postpartum period. However, many new mothers lack access to and awareness of the benefits of pelvic health physical therapy. Even some health care providers may not understand the importance of pelvic health physical therapy in the po Continue Reading
In this talk we will review the complications associated with complex obstetrical lacerations and their treatment. This will include discussing the histology of healing, surgical revision and repair, and considerations for the Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist in relation to vaginal and perineal wound Continue Reading
Emerging research clarifies the health inequities seen in sexual function for Gay and Bisexual men. These differences were previously not recorded and therefore invisible. Learn techniques to specifically address these concerns with your patients! Continue Reading
Published in the July/September 2022 JWPHPT Issue. The purposes of this clinical guideline are to describe evidence-based physical therapy intervention for individuals with functional constipation and provide action statements to guide clinical practice. Continue Reading
Dr. Justin Moore is the CEO of the APTA, leading its federal and state affairs departments, and serving as the lead lobbyist on Capitol Hill. He has written, presented, and lectured on health policy, payment, and government affairs issues across the country and to a variety of health care and busine Continue Reading
Robust discussion between physical therapists (PTs), policymakers, and insurance companies was facilitated to examine the reimbursement process. In addition, states shared strategies for permanent telehealth coverage, and participants were encouraged to use data and infographics to demonstrate the Continue Reading
Please join us in congratulating the following Academy members, Kayla Koren and Telisha Quezada, on being elected by the APTA Pelvic Health student membership to their Student SIG Director position! Continue Reading
I am passionate about the field of pelvic health physical therapy because I want to empower women affected by intimate partner violence (IPV), which includes physical assault, sexual assault, and emotional abuse. Continue Reading
Reducing Chronicity through Early Education, Rehabilitation and Intervention. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists indicates that because of prevalence rates reported at 50% and above of dysmenorrhea in adolescents and its effect on daily function, healthcare providers who work in Continue Reading
Since pain crosses all specialty areas, your help is crucial to make sure we identify key aspects of pain management practice across the different specialties. Our goal is to create a comprehensive, representative Description of Pain Management Specialty Practice as we move toward ABPTS specialty.. Continue Reading
