This is a 3-part webinar series

Where: Online

CPE: 6 CPE points

Access: Webinar recordings can be watched at any time.

The Pelvis Series

Pelvic pain disorders are a common group of conditions that affect women at a similar rate to asthma or migraines.

This webinar series aims to improve your confidence and skill in treating women with pelvic pain, pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain and pelvic floor dysfunction.

Part 1- Pelvic Pain Disorders

The webinar will review the terminology and pathophysiology of pelvic pain conditions and you will learn common patterns of musculoskeletal and neurological adaptations to these conditions. There will be a focus on effective body work techniques to support your clients suffering with pelvic pain.

At the end of this webinar you will:

· Improve your understanding of the terminology and pathophysiology of common pelvic pain conditions including endometriosis, genitopelvic pain disorder, primary dysmenorrhea and chronic pelvic pain

· Understand some of the common treatments for pelvic pain and their side effects

· Understand the common pattern of musculoskeletal and nervous system responses to pelvic pain within a modern pain science framework.

· Learn how to apply effective treatments to achieve a positive outcome for patients presenting with pelvic pain disorders

· Know when to refer your client on for further imaging or intervention.

Part 2- The Pregnant Pelvis

The webinar will review the functional anatomy and biomechanics of the pelvic girdle and you will learn about the physiological changes happening at the pelvis and abdominal wall. There will be a focus on effective body work techniques to achieve optimal outcomes for your pregnant clients.

At the end of this webinar you will :

Understand the functional anatomy and basic biomechanics of the pelvic girdle
Improve your knowledge of pregnancy-related changes affecting the pelvic girdle and abdominal wall
Learn how to apply effective treatments to achieve a positive outcome for patients presenting with pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain
Know when to refer your client on for further imaging or intervention.

Part 3- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction (PFD)

PFD are a group of common conditions affecting 1 in 3 women. The webinar will review the pathophysiology of common pelvic health conditions and the latest evidence for their management. There will be a focus on effective body work techniques to achieve optimal outcomes for your clients with PFD.

At the end of this webinar you will :

· Improve your knowledge of the pathophysiology and treatments for pelvic floor disorders (PFD)

· Learn how to apply effective treatments to achieve a positive outcome for patients presenting with PFD

· Know when to refer your client on for further imaging or intervention.

Ruth Schubert

Ruth Schubert is a physiotherapist with 20 years clinical experience with a unique background in both musculoskeletal and pelvic health.

She has toured the country and the world with state and national sporting teams and has a specialist interest in pelvic health with extensive advanced training in pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, incontinence and sexual dysfunction.

Ruth is a regular presenter and writer on women’s pelvic health and is passionate about supporting women through their life stages.

She is on the Clinical Advisory Committee for Endometriosis Australia, is a PINC certified cancer rehabilitation physiotherapist, and has a professional certificate in pessary management of pelvic organ prolapse (UniSA).

Ruth believes the physiotherapy profession has an important role in optimising women’s experience in the transition through menopause and works full time in women’s pelvic health at Alana healthcare.