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2026 Annual Membership Business Meeting
2026 Annual Membership Business Meeting

Join us for the Annual Membership Meeting, the Academy’s energetic and inspiring session that feels like a pep rally and a business meeting rolled into one! Scheduled just before our big annual conference in Anaheim, CA Continue Reading

Postedby Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Date posted02/5/2026


Resilience and Mental Health in Chronic Pelvic Pain
Resilience and Mental Health in Chronic Pelvic Pain

How can PTs and PTAs promote improved resilience and mental health for patients with chronic pelvic pain? This session will include best practices for assessments, treatment plans, and patient interactions that can be implemented easily into your practice. Previous pelvic coursework not required. Continue Reading

Postedby Student Special Interest Group (SSIG)
Date posted02/3/2026


From WCS to PWCS: Understanding the Title Change in Board-Certified Pelvic & Women’s Health Physical
From WCS to PWCS: Understanding the Title Change in Board-Certified Pelvic & Women’s Health Physical

In September 2025, the Women’s Health specialty officially transitioned to Pelvic and Women’s Health following approval by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) and approval via the APTA House of Delegates. As a result, credentialed specialists who have previously used the WCS d Continue Reading

Postedby Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Date posted02/2/2026


📢 Take Action: Protect Federal Loan Access for Physical Therapy Students
📢 Take Action: Protect Federal Loan Access for Physical Therapy Students

H.R. 6718 and H.R. 6574 have been introduced in the House of Representatives to ensure that professional degree programs, including physical therapy, remain classified as “professional degree programs” rather than being treated as “graduate degree programs.” Email your representative to support! Continue Reading

Postedby Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Date posted01/30/2026


Collaborative Communication in Trauma Informed Care: Motivational Interviewing
Collaborative Communication in Trauma Informed Care: Motivational Interviewing

During this seminar, participants will be introduced to foundational concepts of universal trauma precautions and the use of motivational interviewing. We will focus on techniques that promote patient autonomy and reduce feelings of vulnerability that are common among people who have experienced... Continue Reading

Postedby Student Special Interest Group (SSIG)
Date posted01/29/2026


First-Time at CSM? Tips to Make the Most of Your Conference Experience
First-Time at CSM? Tips to Make the Most of Your Conference Experience

Attending the APTA Combined Sections Meeting (CSM) for the first time is exciting—and let’s be honest, a little overwhelming. With thousands of attendees, hundreds of sessions, and nonstop opportunities to learn and connect, it can be hard to know where to start. If this is your first... Continue Reading

Postedby Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Date posted01/13/2026


Pediatric Pelvic Health: CSM learning and connecting opportunities
Pediatric Pelvic Health: CSM learning and connecting opportunities

Unlock the essentials of pediatric pelvic health at CSM! Whether you're a pelvic health physical therapist expanding into pediatrics or a pediatric therapist eager to address bowel and bladder challenges, this is your chance to explore expert-led sessions to help you grow in this specialty. Continue Reading

Postedby Andrea Richtel Branas
Date posted12/19/2025


Inpatient OB PT: How to Overcome the Barriers Panel
Inpatient OB PT: How to Overcome the Barriers Panel

Hear from an expert panel with the Pregnancy & Postpartum SIG who have successfully navigated the challenges of establishing inpatient OB physical therapy services. Hear real-world success stories and take away actionable insights for advancing Acute OB PT in your own hospital system. Continue Reading

Postedby Pregnancy & Postpartum SIG (PPSIG)
Date posted12/10/2025


Put Your Brand in the Spotlight: Partner with Us at CSM 2026 in Anaheim February 12-14!
Put Your Brand in the Spotlight: Partner with Us at CSM 2026 in Anaheim February 12-14!

This premier event offers a unique platform to showcase your brand, connect with pelvic health leaders, and highlight your products. Engage through digital promotions, networking, and hands-on events to amplify your impact! Continue Reading

Postedby Danielle Tiongson-Woods
Date posted12/5/2025


Listening, Learning, Leading: A PTA's Path Into Pelvic Health Advocacy
Listening, Learning, Leading: A PTA's Path Into Pelvic Health Advocacy

Listening, Learning, Leading: A PTA's Path Into Pelvic Health Advocacy Continue Reading

Postedby Brooke Pepper
Date posted11/25/2025


Recognizing that Pelvic Floor Therapy is a Privilege
Recognizing that Pelvic Floor Therapy is a Privilege

The field of pelvic floor physical therapy and pelvic health, as a whole, is expanding. But is word only getting around to certain groups of people? Has this field only been easily accessible to some, and not others? Continue Reading

Postedby Alyse Turner
Date posted11/24/2025


Bridging the Gap: Why Sports Physical Therapists Need Pelvic Health Training
Bridging the Gap: Why Sports Physical Therapists Need Pelvic Health Training

Sports physical therapists are uniquely positioned to guide athletes through every phase of performance—but without pelvic health training, a critical piece of the puzzle is missing. This article reveals why pelvic health and sports orthopedics are inseparable, especially for active women and... Continue Reading

Postedby Rebecca Schnadelbach Troulliet
Date posted11/24/2025