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In the realm of women's health and reproductive medicine, the focus extends far beyond the mere physiology and pathology of the female body. It encompasses a complex interplay of physiological, psychological, and social factors that significantly influence the onset and outcome... Continue Reading

Led by PT and PTA students, APTA's Flash Action Strategy rallies our community around important issues affecting our profession and the people we serve. The 2023 event will occur September 20-21. This year, Flash Action Strategy will focus on H.R. 2480, the Optimizing Postpartum Outcomes Act. Continue Reading

The GWHI is committed to transforming women's lives by fostering knowledge, education, and engagement within the global community of physical therapists. One key avenue through which we advance our mission is by offering financial grants. Apply November 1, 2023 for consideration. Continue Reading

This webinar provides an overview of general lawmaking processes and discusses current legislative efforts to standardize postpartum pelvic physical therapy. Join the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy in advocating for our patients... Continue Reading

This free webinar was presented by Kim Parker-Guerrero (Director of Practice), Gail Zitterkopf (Federal Affairs Liaison), and our Student Special Interest Group (SSIG) during which they discussed the student-led APTA Flash Action Strategy and H.R. 2480 Optimizing Postpartum outcomes Act. Watch this Continue Reading

The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education provides this opportunity for physical therapy education constituents and the public to provide feedback on the third and final draft of the Revised Standards and Required Elements. Continue Reading

I found out at a very young age that I wanted to become a physical therapist. Around the time I was in 8th grade, my mother became a receptionist at a home health clinic and introduced me to the profession and what it had to offer. Continue Reading

Perimom, a provider of an innovative perineal massage tool for birth preparation, is excited to announce its partnership with the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy to sponsor their obstetric physical therapy courses! Continue Reading

After giving birth, some new parents think they'll bounce back to regular activity quickly—but that's usually not the case. Many postpartum people experience issues related to the pelvis, ranging from pain to urinary incontinence, and they sometimes need help addressing them... Continue Reading

Are you based in India or a country in Southeast Asia? Join us for a 3-day course titled "Fundamental Topics of Pregnancy & Postpartum Physical Therapy" from January 5-7, 2024 in Bangalore, India. Continue Reading

What do Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants do? What types of conditions do pelvic health physical therapists treat? Where do pelvic health physical therapists practice? Continue Reading

Aired on August 15, 2023 | Yoga is well known to help with overall strength, flexibility, balance, muscle tone, and general relaxation. Many practitioners initially assume pelvic floor weakness per the patient’s subjective report, however the pelvic region is much more complex than one single... Continue Reading