Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation: Insight Into Evaluation & Treatment

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This presentation will cover the role of Physical therapy in pelvic floor dysfunction and expectations for evaluation and treatment. Pelvic floor dysfunction negatively impacts quality of life, however over half of symptomatic patients do not seek medical treatment.  Patients may dismiss the idea of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy due to their discomfort with exams, feelings of embarrassment, or lack of understanding of what to expect on the day of their appointment. Physicians' comfortability discussing Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy expectations can decrease patients’ anxiety regarding treatment and improve patient compliance with treatment and attendance. 

Following the completion of this lecture, the participant will be able to:

• Recall pelvic floor anatomy and appreciate the functional relationship to the diaphragm
• Summarize the role of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy in addressing pelvic floor dysfunction
• Understand expectations for a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Evaluations
• Recognize the need for appropriate Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy referrals