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Uncover the latest advancements, evidence-based research, and clinical practice guidelines in women's and pelvic health physical therapy published in the Journal of Women's and Pelvic Health Physical Therapy and explore current research studies and other research opportunities and resources.

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How do we define pelvic health?
How do we define pelvic health?

“The answer is simple, there are so many aspects of women’s health that extend well beyond the pelvis.  I wanted to maintain the journal’s vast landscape on all aspects of women’s health physical therapy (PT) while extending its reach to include pelvic health for everyone.” Continue Reading

Postedby Cynthia Michelle Chiarello
Date posted12/20/2022


JWPHPT Volume 46, Issue 4 Highlights
JWPHPT Volume 46, Issue 4 Highlights

To investigate the mechanical effects of postural behavior, Dr Danna-dos-Santos and colleagues simulated third trimester weight in nonpregnant people finding changes in mediolateral body sway upon removal of the additional weight.  Continue Reading

Postedby Cynthia Michelle Chiarello
Date posted11/16/2022


Participate in a Research Survey: Board Certification in Pain Management Specialization
Participate in a Research Survey: Board Certification in Pain Management Specialization

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

Date posted08/15/2022


JWPHPT Volume 46, Issue 3 Highlights
JWPHPT Volume 46, Issue 3 Highlights

Dr. Donnelly and associates continue with Part B, exploring the influence of prenatal exercise guidance and advice regarding running habits... Continue Reading

Postedby Cynthia Michelle Chiarello
Date posted07/27/2022


JWPHPT Volume 46, Issue 2 Highlights
JWPHPT Volume 46, Issue 2 Highlights

JWHPT is pleased to present articles designated for our Fourth Trimester Special Issue which could not be included solely due to page limitations. These post-partum articles could have just as easily appeared in the special issue, and we will present more articles destined for the Fourth Trimester i Continue Reading

Postedby Cynthia Michelle Chiarello
Date posted06/24/2022


Participate in a Study: Antenatal Perineal Massage (APM) Practice Survey for Physical Therapists
Participate in a Study: Antenatal Perineal Massage (APM) Practice Survey for Physical Therapists

The purpose of this study is to gain insight into the awareness, consideration, education, recommendation, coaching and client acceptance of antenatal perineal massage (APM) by physical therapists who advise and treat women during all stages of pregnancy. Continue Reading

Postedby Kari Vogel
Date posted06/1/2022


Beyond the musculoskeletal system: considering whole-systems readiness for running postpartum
Beyond the musculoskeletal system: considering whole-systems readiness for running postpartum

Although the musculoskeletal system is a key component to running readiness, this report provides information beyond this system that can be evaluated and considered when working with postpartum runners. Continue Reading

Date posted03/28/2022


Meet JWHPT’s new Digital Media Committee Members
Meet JWHPT’s new Digital Media Committee Members

The Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy is thrilled to welcome Audrey Brown, SPT and Kayla Koren, SPT to the Digital Media Committee! Continue Reading

Postedby Cynthia Michelle Chiarello
Date posted03/18/2022


Infant Carrying in the US: Survey of Current Practices, Physical and Mental Benefits, & Challenges
Infant Carrying in the US: Survey of Current Practices, Physical and Mental Benefits, & Challenges

In this research report by Havens et al., researchers investigated current trends and practices related to baby wearing in the U.S. Baby wearing has significantly grown in popularity in the last few decades in Western countries, although it dates to our early hominid ancestors. Continue Reading

Date posted03/14/2022


Imbuing Concepts of Trauma-Informed Care into Everyday Practice as Pelvic Health Physical Therapists
Imbuing Concepts of Trauma-Informed Care into Everyday Practice as Pelvic Health Physical Therapists

As pelvic health therapists, the intimacy and vulnerability may be even greater due to some of the internal exams and interventions that come with the specialty. Due to this, it is more important than ever that pelvic health therapists, and all healthcare workers, engage in trauma-informed care.  Continue Reading

Date posted03/3/2022


Biomechanical and musculoskeletal differences between postpartum runners and nulliparous controls.
Biomechanical and musculoskeletal differences between postpartum runners and nulliparous controls.

In a cohort study by Christopher and colleagues investigated differences in overground running kinetics, strength, and flexibility in healthy postpartum runners... Continue Reading

Date posted02/18/2022


Urinary Incontinence in Older Adults
Urinary Incontinence in Older Adults

Urinary incontinence (UI) is defined as the involuntary loss of urine and is more common in older adults, especially females.1,2 Various types and several potential causes of UI exist, and numerous medical and surgical treatment options are available for patients experiencing UI. Continue Reading

Postedby Kayla M. Koren
Date posted02/16/2022