Ibukun is an experienced physiotherapist serving in the space where pelvic floor health, childbirth, and perinatal rehabilitation meet
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Introduction
The effects of birth are usually felt most during the first 12 weeks postpartum - the time also known as the fourth trimester. Women may experience a range of sensations, such as leaking, pelvic heaviness, low back, hip or pelvic pain and a general sense they are living in an unknown body. While these sensations usually resolve spontaneously during the fourth trimester, some women may continue to experience the effects of childbirth for longer. Because the pelvic health foundations established during this period can have a long-term impact on pelvic health, it is beneficial for women to be able to access pelvic health physiotherapy during the postpartum period.
Aims
This course aims to introduce the role of the pelvic health physiotherapist during the early postpartum period.
Outline
This course is made up of videos, reading, forum posts and a final quiz. The course content is split into the following sections:
- Video
- Reading activity
- Quiz
Target audience
This course is aimed at Physiotherapy and Physical Therapy clinicians, students and assistants. Other interested professionals such as athletic trainers, occupational therapists, nurses or medical doctors interested in this subject are also invited to participate.
An Overview of Physiotherapy Assessment and Treatment of the Pelvic Floor
Presented by Ibukun Afolabi
Childbirth and the Pelvic Floor
Presented by Ibukun Afolabi
Common Women’s Pelvic Health Conditions
Presented by Ibukun Afolabi
Overview and Introduction to Women’s Pelvic Health
Presented by Ibukun Afolabi
Overview of Female Pelvic Floor Muscle Anatomy and Physiology
Presented by Ibukun Afolabi
Postpartum Pelvic Floor Considerations
Presented by Ibukun Afolabi
Women’s Pelvic Health Programme
Presented by Ibukun Afolabi