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Continuing Education Courses Modalities and Pelvic Function

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Modalities and Pelvic Function - In-Person - Houston TX - July 12 - 13 2025

Jul 12 2025 - Jul 13 2025

Modalities and Pelvic Function - In-Person - Akron OH - September 20 - 21 2025

Sep 20 2025 - Sep 21 2025

Modalities and Pelvic Function - In-Person - Somerset NJ - October 4 - 5 2025

Oct 4 2025 - Oct 5 2025

Modalities and Pelvic Function

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Price: $645 
Experience Level: Intermediate
Contact Hours: 19

This two-day, in-person continuing education course is targeted to pelvic health clinicians covering frequently used modalities in pelvic health. The course contains several pre-course video lectures followed by two days of in-person hands-on lab and lecture. Participants will learn how to use various modalities that can assist in down-training, uptraining, monitoring of physiologic variables, as well as other tools that can assist in the care of a pelvic health patient. Lectures will instruct the participant in hands-on application of biofeedback and electrical stimulation along with other tools that can be used to assist in relaxation, bowel and bladder health, and sexual function. During labs, participants will have an opportunity to practice utilizing biofeedback for uptraining, down-training, neuromuscular re-education and coordination. Additionally in labs, participants will be able to have hands-on experiences with other modalities to allow kinesthetic learning before prescribing and recommending them to patients. Interventions using shockwave, rehabilitative ultrasound imaging, dry needling, and light therapy will be discussed and demonstrated via video. Specialized knowledge from experts in different subjects will be shared throughout the course.

This course includes video lectures that will cover the scientific basis and physiological principles for utilizing different forms of biofeedback and electrical stimulation. The in-person lecture and lab will focus on hands-on skills and approaches for utilizing these modalities, among others.

Prerequisites
An entry level pelvic floor course that instructs in internal evaluation techniques (Pelvic Floor Level 1, Male Pelvic Floor or other internal lab course) is required prior to taking this class as these will provide the anatomical and assessment foundations needed to maximize learning in this class.

Pre-Course Learning Requirements
10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. In Teachable, registrants will find video lectures, other pre-course learning materials, course manual files, mandatory liability waiver, and URLs for any Zoom meetings. We require registrants to complete teachable components in sequential order. Videos lectures are required and must be completed in-full before proceeding to the next Teachable section. At the conclusion of the course, registrants can access their post-test and course evaluation form to provide our curriculum team feedback on their experience, as well as download their certificate of completion - all via Teachable.

Audience
This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation.

Special Considerations
As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.

Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:

  1. Screen patients for safe use of modalities considering precautions and contraindications
  2. Describe the evidence supporting the selection and use of common modalities in pelvic health
  3. Apply biofeedback including but not limited to surface EMG for uptraining, down training and coordination training
  4. List 3 modalities to support care of patients with each of the following conditions: incontinence, pelvic pain and bowel dysfunction
  5. Instruct patients on home program options for using modalities and support tools as part of their home program
  6. Demonstrate application of three tools used for physiological quieting techniques
  7. Select and provide education for postural support devices/ equipment
  8. Explain the potential benefit of modalities such as dry needling, shockwave and real time imaging ultrasound

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Before Day One
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These video lectures in Teachable must be viewed in-full prior to the course
Total video lecture time: 5 hours

1) Functional Application of Biofeedback in Practice (25 min)
2) Functional Application of Electrotherapy in Practice (51 min)
3) Myofascial Tools and Techniques (15 min)
4) Introduction to Real Time Ultrasound Imaging (20 min)
5) Belts, Braces, Supports & Special Topics (45 min)
6) Modalities Demos: Dry Needling, RUS, Shockwave, Light Therapy (90 min)
7) Modalities for Sexual Function (40 min)
8) Interview with Earl Carlow (20 min)

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Day One
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7:30 am - Registration Opens
8:00 am - Introduction to Modalities Use
8:30 - Biofeedback Prep
9:30 - Break
9:45 - Biofeedback Lab
11:45 - Lunch
12:45 - Myofascial Lab Prep
1:15 - Myofascial Lab
2:15 - Break
2:30 - Modalities for Pelvic Pain + Extras
4:00 - Sexual Function Modalities Lab Prep
4:15 - Sexual Function Modalities Lab Stations
5:00 - Adjourn

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Day Two
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7:30 am - Day 1 Synthesis
8:00 am - Electrotherapy Lab: Prep
8:45 am - Electrotherapy Lab: Application
9:45 - Break
10:00 - Modalities for Bladder/ Bowel Health
12:00 - Lunch
12:45 - Belts, Braces, Supports & Special Topics Lab Prep
1:15 - Belts, Braces, Supports & Special Topics Lab
2:00 - Case Studies – Putting It All Together
2:45 - Wrap – Up- final questions
3:00 - Adjourn

"I loved how much practical knowledge and resourcing I can bring back to my clients after this course. I'm excited to pass along discounts to clients, and the products I've already gotten as samples or visual aids in my clinic have been incredibly helpful. I am much more confident in my modalities approaches now, and don't just use them as a Hail Mary now that I know what evidence-based parameters to use.”
Leslie Hagerty, DPT | Modalities and Pelvic Function - Homer Glen IL - November 9-10 2024

"Of all of the pelvic floor courses I have taken up to date, this is by far the most enjoyable one! not only did it include how to efficiently treat patients, but it was well organized, exciting content, and everyone was lovely! the instructors were so personable and taught in a way to benefit any learning style. I will be recommending this to all of my fellow PF PTs!”
Rachel Biek, PT, DPT | Modalities and Pelvic Function, Philadelphia PA - April 4-6-2024

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Modalities and Pelvic Function - In-Person - Houston TX - July 12 - 13 2025
Modalities and Pelvic Function - In-Person - Akron OH - September 20 - 21 2025
Modalities and Pelvic Function - In-Person - Somerset NJ - October 4 - 5 2025

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