GPHAM EXPERT WEBINAR SERIES

Pessary Management: Overview, Evidence, and Practical Considerations for Incorporating Pessary Fitting into Practice (US Scope of Pelvic Therapy Practice Update) 

Discussion with Tracy Sher and
Terri Robertson Elder

PT/PTA CEUs:

  • 1 hour
  • NY CEUs available
  • For other states, check for reciprocation or individual application

Access:

Audience: 

  • Medical and Fitness Professionals
  • No pre-requisites




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What can I expect?

Tracy Sher and Terri Robertson Elder discuss incorporating pessary fitting into the US scope of pelvic therapy practice. APTA’s Academy of Pelvic Health released a position statement at the end of 2021 that got the ball rolling on expanding US scope of practice in regards to pessaries. 

Topics covered include:

  • Pessary overview including the historical background and scope of use both internationally and in the US
  • Pessary indications such as: POP, SUI, incompetent cervix, assessing if POP is masking SUI preoperatively to determine if a sling may be needed
  • Types of pessaries and factors to consider in pessary selection
  • Precautions/Contraindications to pessary use
  • Risks/complications with pessary use

What People are Saying:

Thanks Terri for this wonderful knowledge, and thanks Tracy for making this accessible to us!
This was a GREAT presentation and topic. Thank you so much!
Thank you Terri for all this info! Lots to consider going forward!

What You Will Learn:

Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:

  • Participants will understand the general indications for pessary fitting to be able to refer more appropriately for pessary fittings.
  • Participants will improve their awareness of current literature, precautions/contraindications, and risks of pessary use to be able to provide informed consent for conservative treatment of SUI and POP.
  • Participants will consider practical nuances of pessary practice such as fitting, ordering, billing, cleaning, and patient follow-up to make an informed decision about expanding into pessary management.
Learn ways to problem solve a variety of sexual health issues.
Feel comfortable navigating psychosocial nuances while learning practical skills to do so. 

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Tracy Sher, PT, DPT, CSCS - Your Host

Tracy Sher is a pelvic physical therapist and is the founder of Pelvic Guru, Pelvic Guru Academy, and the Global Pelvic Health Alliance Membership. She is also an instructor for Pelvic Guru Academy, teaching Pudendal Neuralgia and Complex Pelvic Pain Solutions. 

Terri Robertson Elder, PT, DPT, CLT-LANA

Dr. Terri Robertson Elder (she/her/hers) is a physical therapist in private practice in Brevard, NC where she specializes in pelvic health and oncology care. She is an educator and holds a faculty instructor position at GSU's Department of Physical Therapy, and is a continuing education provider for Pelvic Global and Academy of Lymphatic Studies. Dr. Robertson Elder is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Women's Health Physical Therapy, a LANA-Certified Lymphedema therapist, Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coach, a Pilates and Kripalu Yoga instructor, and holds multiple manual therapy and advanced practice certifications. Most importantly, Terri is a movement optimist who is passionate about her mission to destigmatize and demystify pelvic health.
Connect with her on social media @terri.elder.dpt and at
 www.thrive-pt.com