Pelvic Floor Movement and Range of Motion for OTPs

Questions and Answers

They are unsure how to discuss pelvic floor movement with clients.

Incontinence

To empower OTPs to discuss pelvic floor range of motion with clients.

Increased confidence in introducing the topic of pelvic floor movement to clients. Signup and view all the answers

How to introduce the topic of pelvic floor movement to clients and guide them through self-assessment activities. Signup and view all the answers

To equip practitioners with knowledge and skills to address pelvic floor range of motion Signup and view all the answers

Introductory Signup and view all the answers

Hospital: inpatient Signup and view all the answers

Define the mobility of the pelvic floor Signup and view all the answers

Those who will benefit from the webinar due to an educational or practice gap Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Many occupational therapists (OTPs) lack confidence in discussing pelvic floor movement and range of motion with clients.
This gap affects clients across various age groups, from adolescence to older adults, who experience pelvic health issues such as incontinence.

The webinar aims to empower OTPs by providing guidance on discussing pelvic floor range of motion with clients.
Practitioners will gain confidence in introducing the topic, guiding clients through self-assessment activities, and employing effective cues to enhance understanding of pelvic floor function in daily life.

The webinar is directly relevant to occupational therapy, as it addresses pelvic floor range of motion, a crucial aspect of occupational therapy interventions, particularly for clients with pelvic health issues.

The target audience includes OTPs, athletic trainers, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, and nurses who will benefit from the webinar due to an educational or practice gap.

The webinar is applicable to private practice outpatient settings, skilled nursing facilities, long-term care, home care, hospice, and schools.

Define the mobility of the pelvic floor and its impact on a client's performance and participation in meaningful activities.
Identify strategies for introducing the topic of pelvic floor range of motion to clients in a sensitive and professional manner.
Recognize the importance of self-assessment activities for clients to understand their own pelvic floor function.
Apply effective visual and verbal cues to enhance clients' understanding of pelvic floor muscle movement in daily life.