1:00 - Lab 6: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment Such great tips for clinicians for not only treatments but marketing and billing which is great! Looking forward to 2A & 2B & Capstone someday!- Rachel Busch, PT, DPT - Englewood, CO, I personally think a lot of great info was presented on day 1 when most attendants were tired/brain fatigue. 1) Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (51 minutes) Christine Van Leeuwen, PT - Linton, ND, This is a great introduction for a true beginner. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session. Very well organized.- Michelle Anne Johnson, PT, DPT - Woodward, OK, These course instructors & Tas were fabulous. 12 month subscription About Herman and Wallace The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice. - Amy Wahlgren, PT, DPT, CORS - Lima, OH, Really enjoyed the class. All questions and concern addressed.- Jordan Lenkin, SPT - Denver, CO, Loved the course! 5) Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour 10 min) Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions, Recorded video lectures to be viewed in-full prior to the Day One of the course(Totalvideo lecture time 9 hours), 7:30 Registration8:00Introduction, goals, objectives, questions8:30Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation 9:15 Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring10:15Break10:30Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued) 11:00Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus12:00Lunch1:00 Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II1:45Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity2:30Break2:45Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction3:30Electrical Stimulation (ES), sEMG Biofeedback Lecture 4:00Lab 5: sEMG Biofeedback & Electrical Stimulation Applications 5:00Questions 5:15 Adjourn, 7:30Questions, Post-test Day 27:45Pelvic Organ Prolapse8:45Lab 6: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation 9:45Break10:00Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain 11:15Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 12:00Lunch 1:00Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 1:45Final Lab Preparation 2:00Lab 7: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment 3:15 Break 3:30 Case Studies4:00 Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc. =============================, 6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup Best course I have been to! I learned so much, I cant wait for future classes. The instructors were so knowledgeable, professional and inclusive. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Thank you!- Michelle Fell - Mandeville, LA, Thank you, Heather for all your for Catchphrases and for sharing your personal experiences. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care. - Amy Richey P.T. I am grateful for that! Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Please, Contact us about Hosting Pelvic Floor Level 1 or any other course! Feeling like Im on the brink of a whole new chapter of my career! I was able to relax and learn early on. Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to: 1. SEMG documentation grids would be useful! I was impressed with how well the instructors stayed on task kept to the schedule. Everything you learn can go straight into patient care. They went above and beyond to further our education and were very thorough with the information.- Alexandra Shipley - West Chester, OH, Truly gained a confident understanding in the female/male anatomy and the treatment for females. Kim graduated with her doctorate in physcial therapy from MGHIHP after completing her undergraduate work in Classics at UNH. -Jennifer L Kruger, DPT, PT - Boscobel, WI, This was a very helpful class, not only to learn new skills for PF dysfunctions specifically but for the help of my low-back pain patients. Rachel Larson PT, DPT, CLT - Greenville, SC, I have taken other Pelvic Floor Courses and this course was much more in depth and greatly advanced my critical thinking within this population. 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. I feel like, I have a solid base to jump into the next pelvic floor courses and I am excited to embark into the world of pelvic floor health. All instructors/assistants were so helpful and knowledgeable. The teachers were fabulous and invested in the future of Pelvic Rehab. It opened my eyes wide to the depth of PF health. Kimberly Nelson DPT, OCS - Burnsville, MN, Great Course! 1. - Megan Fosko, PT, DPT - Hartsdale, NY, Great course! I highly recommend this course.- Sarah Valentine PTA - Norfolk, VA, Thank You! They were informative, made the class fun and put everyone at ease. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment 6. Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to: 1. - Deidra R. Nichols, PT, DPT, OCS - Blackfoot, ID, I loved the variety of teaching styles. I cant wait for my next course. Panys light heated attitude is great and I loved listening to her.- Matthew Harville, PT, DPT - Richmond, VA, Instructors/Aides were great! I cant wait for my next H&W course!- Erin Tucker - Sacramento, CA, Great Course! They made it a fun and light learning environment. Jessica was passionate about Pelvic Health PT and made the course fun and informative! I have learned so much about pelvic floor PT and my own Pelvic Floor PT and in general. I didnt feel like they were just reading power of slides, but provided a wealth of info and I cant wait to take my next class.- Sophie Ivy PT - Katy, TX, I feel confident & prepared to educate & treat my patients. I am ready to use the skills I learned this weekend with patients in a practice when the PF1 program is new.Dr. Now I cant wait to serve my patients using my new knowledge. The instructor will provide remote direction via zoom. I look forward to continuing learning through the rest of the Heran & Wallace courses.- Caroline McDaniel, SPT - Indianola, MS, Thank you for being so passionate about what you do and passing that onto me!- Ilia Henderson, PTA - Statesville, NC, I was very impressed by the content & structure of this course. The self-hosted option is for those who live in very remote/inaccessible regions, who are practicing stricter social distancing, and are comfortable with self-lead, independent learning. I feel confident that I can at least start in this field. Thank you for this confidence boost. Vaginal examination and internal myofascial manual therapy prior to 32 weeks gestation is not the common standard of medical practice. Good labs! Thank you!- Mara MacKinnon - Las Cruces, NM, This was an excellent & very thorough course. - Lindsey Grom, PT, DPT - Belmont, NC, I was nervous and completely green to this topic coming into the class. Excited to keep taking Herman & Wallace courses!- Catherine Sink, PT, DPT - Johnson City, TN, I absolutely loved this course. 12:45 - Final Lab Preparation Presentation Participants who are pregnant who wish to participate fully in the entire course including in lab must bring a clearance letter from their physician allowing them to participate in the labs is required. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor 2. My interest in pelvic health only continues to grow. To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat. I feel prepared with a foundational understanding of the PF. Everyone was very approachable, warm, helpful, knowledgeable and more! Thank you! - Michael Via, MSPT - Sarasota, FL, Teri and Jennifer were great instructors. Find a suitable location from which the pair/group can all view the zoom lectures together. This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. She was very knowledgeable and kept class interesting with her wit and sense of humor. Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions3. Thank you!Lisa LaMont PT - Auburn, MI, The course was highly organized, the content was useful and the speakers were excellent.Carla Bennick, PT - Grand Haven, MI, Great class! As an auspicious educator, Kim has been involved with many community-based education programs, including lectures and demonstrations to local yoga studios during instructor trainings, postpartum support groups, and support groups for those afflicted with neurological disease. Professional but still personal (Maintain sense of humor). List the pelvic floor muscle functions 3. Lots of support and supplemental help after the course offered.Becka Bisset, PT DPT - East Lansing, MI, This is best owned class Ive taken! Looking forward to taking more Herman & Wallace courses!- Abby Mathis, OTR/L - Louisville, NE, So great! I feel more knowledgeable about treating PF patients and know many resources to refer to for future questions about treatment and equipment.- Alyssa Sonnier, SPT - Sulphur, LA, This was my first introduction to Pelvic Floor assessment and treatment. Katelyn Longanbach PT, DPT - Marquette, MI, This information was so needed could have been the 4th day! Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 7. Her practice includes treatment of bowel, bladder, sexual, breast, and abdominal dysfunction for both men and women, as well as all breadths of orthopedic dysfunction. Presentation of evidence-based evaluation and treatment techniques will be emphasized. A Facebook page for either this course or prior course participants would be helpful as well as a video of the PF YMCA!- Danielle Klein, PT - Hastings, NE, Thank you for empowering me to go out. DN - Colorado Springs, CO, - Kelly Knott, PT DPT - Woodland Park, CO, - Jennah Jones, PT, DPT, COMT - Buena Vista, CO, - Angela Gonsalves, SPT - Fayetteville, NC, - Cassandra Hippensteel PT, DPT - Gilbert, AZ, - Amanda Callaghan, PT, DPT, OCS - Stateline, NV, - Danielle Brooke Sanders, OT - Lafayette, LA, - Sandra Walker, PT, DPT - Grand Rapids, MI, - Ashley N. Williams, PT, DPT - El Paso, TX, - Paulette Swanson PT, DPT, MS - Melbourne, FL, - Breanna Edenborough PT, DPT - Seminole, OK, - Danielle Shindler, PT, DPT - Houston, TX, - Amy Hinkel, PT, MSl, MSR-PT - Southlake, TX, - Jay Musial PT, DPT - Grand Junction, CO, - Jordan L. K. Malkowski, PT, DPT - Gillette, WY, - Kimberly Rogers, PT, DPT - Zion Crossroads, VA, - Sarah Warren, PT, DPT - Rock Springs, WY, - Michaela Ecklund, PT, DPT - Surprise, AZ, - Trina Winner PT, DPT, OCS, CLC - Versailles, OH, - Darlene Mowrey , DPT, PT, CMTPT - La Vista, NE, - Michelle Anne Johnson, PT, DPT - Woodward, OK, Katherine Thomas, PT, DPT - Grand Rapids, MI, Traci Lane Smith, OTR/L - Baton Rouge, LA, Lindsay Richard, MOT, OTR/L - Baton Rouge, LA, Paulette Selimo, PT, DPT - Boonton Township, NJ, Chelsea E Sweetman, PT, DPT - West Kingston, RI, Marisa C. Marino, pht, DPT - Brossard, QC, Rachel Gottesman, OTR/L - Willmington, DE, Sarah Elizabeth Cox, PT, DPT - Kill Devil Hills, NC, Lauren Borro PT, DPT, CMTPT - Bethesda, MD, Rachel Larson PT, DPT, CLT - Greenville, SC, Shirlea Hennessy, PT, DPT, GCS - Fairfax, VA, Elizabeth Cedermark, PT, DPT - Decatur, GA, Kimberly Nelson DPT, OCS - Burnsville, MN, Katelyn Longanbach PT, DPT - Marquette, MI, - Chelsea Waldkirch, PT, DPT - Centerton, AR, - Jamie Dills, DPT, Cert. Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection hat) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding. I learned a lot more than I expected to learn!- Sarah Cline, SPT - Manchester, NH, Great course feel comfortable navigating the female pelvic floor & w/ my knowledge of course & tx of V1, PFMT, & various DX.- Alicia Tavares, SPT - Manchester, NH, I truly loved my experience and I am so glad I signed up for pelvic Level 1. Had good supporting evidence (research).- Kristina Anwyll, SPT - Manchester, NH, I cant express how incredible this course has been. Teri and Christine made this very comfortable and improved my own biases with pelvic floor PT. I feel like it did teach me so much and not just about the PF. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback 4. I'm leaving . Biofeedback Video - Please download and listen to the presentation. To inquire about such exceptions, please contact Herman & Wallace. Instructors made myself feel comfortable and also challenged my thought process with course content.- Randi Henriques, SPT - Upland, CA, Very clearly presented info. It inspired the class and learns with a better understanding of diagnosis of treatment of pelvic floor dipfunctions.- Amy Malone, PT, MPT, OCS - Gulfport, MS, Very educational and comprehensive. (Great idea to have lab assistant here, by the way!) Thank you, I feel ready for work!- Rachel Koebel, PT, MPT, GCS - South Milwaukee, WI, I absolutely loved the course instructors. 7. She has a passion for seamlessly treating pelvic floor dysfunction and orthopedic dysfunction as inter-related components. Equipment at the course will be supplied by our biofeedback vendor,Current Medical Technologies. It feels so great to have learned so much in one weekend. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. -Rachelle Gayle PTA, SDPT - Pittsfield, MA, I loved this course. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy 9. All participants must be therapists who are registered for this course who can give knowledgeable feedback to their partner during lab (no patients other unlicensed people). Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection hat) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day, one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding. - Allison Thomas, PTA - Republic, MO, I was very excited (and nervous) for this course and it exceeded all my expectations. I learned so much and I was so engaged all weekend long. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor 10. Well taught by knowledgeable and relatable professionals. Part of that is the nature of the course however more information regarding treatment options for day 1 & 2 topics would be amazing. I am learning feeling motivated and competent in the beginning stages of pelvic floor therapy. Save Now! The instructors did a great job. I would recommend these instructors. Feel comfortable going forward in treating patients!- Kristin Brastad - Chino, CA, Amazing course, Great instructors.- Samantha Moon, DPT - Ponte Vedra, FL, As a student, I felt prepared to take the course from my prior course work. I stayed interested and engaged the whole time. I started the course with very little knowledge of the Pelvic Floor and now I feel confident that I can evaluate and treat Pelvic Floor patients. After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. The instructor will be presenting to all satellites from a remote location via Zoom. Laura Haley - Stockton, CA, The course was very well presented and organized. All of the TAs were approachable and brought their clinical pearls and expertise to the table. -Katherine Domenici - Concord, NH, I was beyond impressed with the knowledge, experience, and personable demeanors of the instructors and TAs. Very grateful. We ask that participants keep a personal bladder diary measuring and recording fluid intake and urine output for two days - one work day and one non-work day. I feel very prepared for my Pelvic Floor Clinic.- Angela Gonsalves, SPT - Fayetteville, NC, I am so glad I took this course. 7:45 - Lab 5: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation Cant wait to attend a level 2 course next yr!Bridget K. Gustwiller, PT - Defiance, OH, I was excited to take this course and learn more about the pelvic floor. I am excited to implement the skills I learned. I have learned so much and cant wait to start using in practice. The instructors were very knowledgeable and allowed everyone to feel respected and welcomed. PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course). Cant wait to continue learning this important topic. - Megan Bush, COTA - Tupelo, KS, Taking PF1 as a student was very nerve-wracking. Excited to add to my tool-box. Your Mask- Please wear a mask while participating in this course to keep your colleagues safe. - Denise Beckers, PTA - Marina del Rey, CA, I am so happy I took this course and can be a part of the womens Health Community that is in such need! Im ready for my next (2B in NJ). I am still unsure if I can do it because it really affects me but I would like to and would like to help a wide population. Individual registrations without a qualified and registered partner are not permitted. I found the course to be very helpful and feel comfortable evaluating a pelvic floor now. - Chelsea Waldkirch, PT, DPT - Centerton, AR, Really helped me feel comfortable as a male in an all female class for a pelvic floor class. I plan to attend other courses in future!- Allyson Andreini, SPT - Long Beach, CA, I feel like this course re-kindled my passion for physical therapy and presented as excitement to start treating my patients on Monday! The style of presenting, re-presenting and stacking concept made it an easy transition to seeing the big picture.- Danielle Brooke Sanders, OT - Lafayette, LA, Amazing course! I learned so much this weekend and I am so excited to be able to apply this to much future practice!- Emily Held, SPT - Mount Pleasant, MI, Highly recommended and inspiring course.- Erina Miller - Dover, DE, This course was amazing and the instructor were amazing.- Darlene Mowrey , DPT, PT, CMTPT - La Vista, NE, This is the first CE Ive taken in 7 years that prepared me for examination and tx of a new topic. This course exceeded all my expectations and made me super excited for this field!Ashley Wejrowski, SPT - Midland, MI, I did not just quickly go through and circle 10s I genuinely mean every 10 and I feel it would be wrong to grade any person/things any lower. - Gillian McGeorge, DPT, ATC, OCS - Ogden, UT, Wonderful class. Patient History Form4. The Herman & Wallace Institute welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. I love personal input and patient stories. Song/Dance, hand movements, and funny stories made it interesting. We have had to postpone many of our in-person Pelvic Floor Level 1 courses due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Im excited to help this population of people! I will never forget this course! We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. -Brooks Mullen, MSPT, CLT - Boxford, MA, Thanks, I feel very prepared to start evaluating and treating this patient population. She has completed postgraduate continuing education courses with the American Physical Therapy Association and the Herman & Wallace Institute in: examination and treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction, athletes and pelvic rehab, myofascial release, pregnancy rehab, male health, advanced orthopedic assessment for the pelvic health therapist, and . I was so nervous coming in to the 1st day, but all of the instructors/TAs made this learning environment one that was so comfortable.- Sarah Prejean, PT, DPT - Lafayette, LA, Loaded with useful information that will help a large portion of your patients. Fantastic instructors. - Bowling Green, OH, Jen was awesome, loved learning from her! I would recommend this class to anyone interested in learning more about pelvic health.- Carter Sonstein - St. Louis, MO, I am honestly shocked by how much we learned in such a short time & how much I retained!