Research & Knowledge

I had the opportunity to present preliminary results from one of my postdoctoral studies on the association of urogenital and levator hiatus diameter with skeletal muscle size, strength, and physical performance in older women using data from the Study of Muscle, Mobility, and Aging (SOMMA). Continue Reading

We invite you to take a quick survey to share your experiences and insights about how you engage with pelvic health research and the Journal of Women’s and Pelvic Health Physical Therapy (JWPHPT). Continue Reading

The National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the Office of Research on Women's Health (ORWH) have collaborated to introduce the first phase of DiscoverWHR, a groundbreaking resource for women’s health research. This innovative tool streamlines access to women’s health info for patients and providers. Continue Reading

We are proud to support Rowena Tam, PT, DPT, who received a 2024 Foundation for Physical Therapy Research Promotion of Doctoral Studies (PODS) Scholarship. She is pursuing research focused on advancing excellence in abdominal and pelvic health. Continue Reading

Looking to publish your research in women's and pelvic health physical therapy? Submit to JWPHPT, the Journal of Women’s and Pelvic Health Physical Therapy, the official quarterly journal of the APTA Academy of Pelvic Health. Continue Reading

ORWH and several NIH institutes and centers issued a Notice of Special Interest (NOSI) to highlight interest in receiving research applications focused on diseases and health conditions that predominantly affect women through November 5, 2027. Continue Reading

This announcement is to inform the APTA Pelvic Health membership that JWPHPT reviewers can now have official recognition (can be used for promotion and tenure) for their volunteer servicer as a reviewer. Learn More! Continue Reading

JWPHPT welcomes original research, including systematic reviews and meta-analyses, case reports, and clinical commentary articles. This special issue will focus on research in overactive bladder syndrome, interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome, relationships between bladder dysfunction and.. Continue Reading

Shefali Christopher PT, DPT, PhD, LAT, ATC serves as the director of admissions and is a core faculty member of the Tufts DPT Seattle program. Continue Reading

Consider applying for the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy's $40,000 Pelvic Heatlh Research Grant through the Foundation of Physical Theray Research. The application window opens April 9, 2024 and closes July 31, 2024. These dates are subject to change. Please be sure to check the FPTR webs Continue Reading

We are actively seeking an Associate Editor to contribute to the advancement of Women’s & Pelvic Health Physical Therapy. Continue Reading

Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy members get exclusive discounted access to 'Urogynecology', the official journal of the American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS). Learn more. Continue Reading