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This video was created to demonstrate 3 tests that can be useful in determining which patients with CPP would benefit from further examination and treatment by a specialized pelvic physical therapist for musculoskeletal dysfunction.
Professional
Professional Organizations:
International Continence Society
http://www.ics.org/
International Urogynecological Association
http://www.iuga.org/
Australian Continence Exchange – a professional organization for all types of providers. Many free resources, educational offerings and practice guidelines.
http://www.continencexchange.org.au/
International pelvic pain society – professional education and patient handouts in
English and Spanish http://pelvicpain.org/
Cochrane Incontinence Review Group – many high level reviews are done by this group on conservative treatment. This web site does link to summary statements and can aid in searching if you already have a Cochrane account.
http://incontinence.cochrane.org/
National Lymphedema Network – professional and patient support. Position papers on many subjects.
https://lymphnet.org/
MyPFM – support for patients and professional courses on many areas of PFM dysfunction in several languages.
https://www.mypfm.com/
Pelvic PT Pro – Fatima Hakeem has created educational and administrative modules in Women’s Health PT.
https://www.pelvicptpro.com
American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists – ABPTS, provided credentialing for Women’s Health Certified Specialist (WCS).
https://specialization.aapta.org
Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA) – board certification for biofeedback specialists. Pelvic Muscle Dysfunction Biofeedback Certification (BCB PMD)
https://www.bcia.org
There are many formal note templates available; some for free and some to purchase. Here is an example of a few. All are provided in Word 2002 so you can personalize to your clinic needs. Please leave copy write at the bottom.
Pelvic floor muscle examination – Delete any items from problem list or goals that does not apply to that patient.
Pelvic floor muscle dysfunction daily note – See example above for location and use of stickers
Personal pelvic floor muscle exercise program – All home exercises and management is located in one place. Patient brings it to every session so the PT can make changes.
Pelvic muscle exercise log – Works well if compliance is an issue
DOR Podcast #103: Urinary Incontinence (LEAKING) in Runners with Pelvic PT Beth Shelly
Urinary incontinence (leaking) is an incredibly common struggle for runners, both male and female. Specifically for women, more than 50% of athletes report dealing with leakage. Understandably this struggle is underreported and often unaided when people do ask for help. Andrea Myers and Megan Flynn interview Dr. Beth Shelly, a pelvic floor specialist. Dr. Shelly dives into the research on leakage, the anatomy of the pelvic floor, risk factors, treatment and more.
Listen on the run!
Apple: https://apple.co/3cCrPxB
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3pVhL5Y
Helpful
Midwest Pelvic PT Sharing Facebook Group
Women’s Health Physiotherapy Facebook Group
Expert Webinar on Pelvic Pain: Understanding the Full Scope of Differentials (2 hrs, 37 min) – free webinar recorded TUESDAY, MAY 18, 2021. Hosted by Global Pelvic Health Alliance Membership (GPHAM) and Pelvic Guru. Join Beth along with three other physicians discussing various aspects of pelvic pain. https://www.facebook.com/
Using Words and images to grow your pelvic PT practice – interview with Aaron Lebauer – https://www.lebauerconsulting.com/using-words-and-images-to-grow-your-pelvic-pt-practice-with-beth-shelly