SELF-PACED Pressure, Posture & Performance: An Approach to Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: UPDATED
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Learn a new strategy for managing pressure systems!
What to expect:
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“This course is excellent! After 20 years in pelvic floor physical therapy, there was new evidenced-based, best practice information presented that expanded and challenged my pelvic health knowledge base. This included assessment, treatment and progression. I highly recommend this course!”
Susan Stensby Adams, PT, DPT, MPH, BCB-PMD, OCS
“If you've ever wanted to do more as a pelvic therapist than talk about Kegels, take this course! Kathe clearly put a lot of thought and time into the content of this course and understands where there are some gaps that need filling. She organizes the most current research with a multitude of resources to support pelvic therapists in developing their own processes to think and act outside of the proverbial box! Thank you!”
Meagen S., MSP
“It is clear to me that Kathe’s ability as a teacher comes from her experience, caring, willingness to listen and desire to learn from her patients. She creates an environment that is a perfect balance of focus and fun. My advice, take a course from her earlier in your career rather than later!”
Karen Greely PT, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT
Knowledge You’ll Gain
The learning outcomes will help you expand or refine how you assess whole‑body contributors to pelvic floor dysfunction within your ortho/pelvic health practice. The knowledge you’ll gain includes:
- In‑depth understanding of intra‑abdominal pressure (IAP) and the four technique‑based elements that influence it
- Insight into abdominal wall mechanics and the musculoskeletal and visceral factors that affect pressure regulation
- Manual evaluation skills for diaphragm breathing and its role in pelvic floor dysfunction
- Athlete‑specific screening techniques for identifying pelvic floor dysfunction
- Practical guidance for cueing breath patterns, including Valsalva vs. strain (bearing down)
- Targeted strategies for progressive glottal control phonations and clarity on when to use each approach
- A whole‑body lens for identifying remote drivers in running, lifting, and breath mechanics
- A deeper understanding of how posture interacts with IAP
- Performance‑centered therapeutic strategies for active and athletic clients
Be able to teach classes or work one-on-one!
Course Content:
WELCOME & OVERVIEW
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Overview Pressure, Posture and Performance
Module 1: PRESSURE TERMINOLOGY
Module 2: IAP RESEARCH DIRECTIONS
Module 3: PART 1 BREATHING:
Module 4: PART 2 BREATHING:
Module 5: PART 3 BREATHING:
Module 6: PART 4 BREATHING:
Module 7: POSTURE
Module 8: ORTHOPEDIC, MYOFASCIAL, and Visceral Factors in PFD Assessment and Rx
Module 9: ABDOMINAL WALL ASSESSMENT and TREATMENT
Module 10: PERFORMANCE CONSIDERATIONS OVERVIEW
Module 11: PELVIC FLOOR REFLEXIVE TRAINING
Module 12: PERFORMANCE LIFTING CONSIDERATIONS
Module 13: PERFORMANCE RUNNING CONSIDERATIONS
Module 14: SUMMARY: EDUCATING YOUR REFERRAL BASE
Kathe Wallace, PT
Kathe Wallace, an internationally recognized Physical Therapist, has dedicated over 30 years of her career to the field of pelvic floor and pelvic health rehabilitation. With over four decades of experience, she has made significant contributions as a pioneer pelvic health CEU curriculum developer, author, speaker, and professional instructor. Kathe has developed foundational courses, published numerous works, and delivered countless presentations and workshops. Kathe’s commitment to education and her innovative approach to treatment have earned her distinguished awards and recognition in the field. These include the Washington state Physical Therapy Association (PTWA) Clinical Excellence Award in 2006 and the prestigious Elizabeth Noble Award from the American Physical Therapy Association Academy of Pelvic Health in 2023. She also co-founded the Herman and Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute in 2005.Today, she continues to share her expertise through writing, teaching, and developing educational materials. She currently serves as a Clinical Independent Study Instructor at the University of Washington Department of Rehabilitation, DIvision of Physical Therapy in Seattle, Washington, USA.
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