Bloom - Pelvic Health Specialist, Physical Therapist 9) Introduction to Biofeedback and Electrical Stimulation (46 min) Teri and Christine made this very comfortable and improved my own biases with pelvic floor PT. The Herman & Wallace Institute welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. - Jamie Alexander DPT, ATC - Peoria, AZ, I learned more than I ever thought I would. Panys light heated attitude is great and I loved listening to her.- Matthew Harville, PT, DPT - Richmond, VA, Instructors/Aides were great! Very informational!! Thank you!- Mara MacKinnon - Las Cruces, NM, This was an excellent & very thorough course. 4. All questions and concern addressed.- Jordan Lenkin, SPT - Denver, CO, Loved the course! I have never felt so confident in my potential as an SPT, future DPT- I have found my passion through this course! Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (a download from Tim Watson's site: electrotherapy.org.)5. I have a lot more to learn but feel confident to start in the clinic tomorrow! =============================, 6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup -Danielle Mckinney, PT, DPT - Shalimar, FL, I am so grateful for the opportunity to be a part of this course Susannah and Jessica are so amazing, sensitive, compassionate and knowledgeable forces of nature. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 7. Excellent instructors with many personal examples of working with patient population very engaging, made a learning easy evidence based; great references for relevant studies.- Sandra M Smith, PT - Orlando, FL, Thank you for being so inspiring and taking time to teach us changed/motivated me to be/do more. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session. 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. A fulfilling opportunity. 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. I cant wait for my next course. Held my attention for 3 full days of lecture/lab. Best course I have been to! Outcome measures and quality of life questionnaires will be presented for both urinary incontinence and pain syndromes. Cant wait to continue learning this important topic. The instructors did a fabulous job presenting the information and keeping the student engaged. The following supplies: Non Latex, Non-Powder Vinyl Gloves MEDIUM (box of 100) Hand Sanitizer (8 . Excited to add to my tool-box. Check it out! We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Very grateful. 2:00 - Questions 12:45 - Final Lab Preparation Presentation Highly recommend for anyone in any practice! -Deanna Davis - Fort Smith, AR, Going to this course has really changed the way I want to practice PT. - Allison Thomas, PTA - Republic, MO, I was very excited (and nervous) for this course and it exceeded all my expectations. Save Now! 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. Instructor reinforced techniques/info presented from day 1-3 and labs helped put all info together. It is empowering both as a clinician and as a woman to learn this material and de-mystify the vagina. Day One -Molly Robbins SPT - Washington, MI, Jessica and Susannah are both excellent communicators from the very first and could sense their excitement for PFM treatment. No one participant will be required to partner with any other participant during labs. All instructors and TAs helped us feel comfortable and confident. Everyone was so knowledgeable and kind and created a learning environment I looked forward to coming to each day! - Stephanie Perez, DPT - Huntsville, AL, Great course! I found all the research, references, referrals, books, websites etc. 1) Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (51 minutes) Please Contact Us with any questions about the use of this text as a required reading in this course. - Deidra R. Nichols, PT, DPT, OCS - Blackfoot, ID, I loved the variety of teaching styles. To inquire about such exceptions, please contact Herman & Wallace. As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. 1. 2:15 - Case Studies - Lauri Thomasson, NP - McCordsville, IN, Jennifer was a great instructor. They were informative, made the class fun and put everyone at ease. Elizabeth Cedermark, PT, DPT - Decatur, GA, This course opened my eyes to just how many people there are with pelvic related issues that I can help! Such great tips for clinicians for not only treatments but marketing and billing which is great! Lauren Borro PT, DPT, CMTPT - Bethesda, MD, The lab was more helpful when instructors directed the order of events. - Leah Roux, PT, DPT - Sarasota, FL, For something that was awkward at first, the instructors had such a way of putting my mind at ease and helping understand the anatomy and placement of the structure. I love personal input and patient stories. My interest in pelvic health only continues to grow. In her free time, Antoinette loves checking out new coffee spots, reading, live music events, karaoke with friends and playing with her puppy, Gadget.Instagram: @antoinettepelvicptlvEmail: [email protected]. No egos. I hope to continue learning in order to help others and (as I found out this weekend) help myself.- Jacqueline Richards, PT, DPT, ATC - Chestertown, MD, I feel so empowered for my patients and for myself learning this course. Both instructors were great! So helpful and informative! I have learned so much and have knowledge and skills I can use. - Laura Greer, PT, DPT - Santa Barbara, CA, You made my PF1 experience amazing and so comfortable! The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice. Pany and Amanda complement one another and are a knowledge power house. Good labs! Kimberly M. Glow, PT, DPT is a Boston-based physical therapist with a focus on both pelvic floor dysfunction and orthopedics. She earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Rhode Island in 2018. This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Easily approachable and genuinely willing to help. 1. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website- an incredible resource! The clinical labs are an invaluable opportunity to learn how to find and assess anatomy as well as give basic treatment. Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Level 1 Course Thank you for providing a safe environment. I am grateful for that! Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions3. The instructors made me feel comfortable and safe. I'm leaving . - Anneke Bender, PT MSCS - Atlanta, GA, Jessica, Sara, and Darla have great personalities and are perfect for presenting this material. I was also slightly temfied at the same time. Daily lab time allows for supervised instruction of pelvic floor muscle evaluation with external palpation and internal vaginal examination of pelvic floor musculature. Vaginal examination and internal myofascial manual therapy prior to 32 weeks gestation is not the common standard of medical practice. As a pregnant participant who had to work in groups of 3s, I difficult to get labs completed in the amount of time intended for 2 people.- Amanda Satcher, OTR/L - Nashville, TN, Loved this course! The instructor will be presenting to all satellites from a remote location via Zoom. The level of expertise, amount of information, and feedback provided was very reassuring. I feel confident that I can at least start in this field. The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice. 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. This course was an incredible experience! Very professional presentation. Cool as a student to hear from practicing people from different specialties.- Leah Connerty, SPT - Manchester, NH, This course was exactly the level of knowledge. Thank You!- Jennifer Cartier, DPT - Clarkston, MI, As a student PT, I was very nervous about attending this course due to lack of clinical experience. Being born with a vagina and other female anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. Rupa Patel, PT, DPT - Middlesex, NJ, This course exceeded my expectations. Anna Crisp - Waco, TX, Amazing course! All instructors/assistants were so helpful and knowledgeable. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Kept the atmosphere light and safe. 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. IUGA/ICS report on female pelvic floor terminology6. Thank you for this confidence boost. I was engaged and interested the whole time! =============================, These video lectures in Teachable must be viewed in-full prior to the course The instructors did a great job. - Katye Clark, PT, DPT, ATC - Indianapolis, IN, Loved the course! Sarah Shaw, SPT - San Diego, CA, Coming in being a student, I was nervous how comfortable I would feel in being able to go into clinical and treat patients - however after the weekend I feel that I have enough tools and knowledge to see this population. 10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. The evaluation and treatment of the pelvic floor pf1 is an excellent course. - Kelsey Crosby PT, DPT - Dayton, OH, Great quick-talking speakers, excellent lab assistants. Thank you!- Brianna Irion, PT, DPT - Kalispell, MT, The instructors and lab assistances were beyond helpful and incredibly knowledgeable. They made the course comfortable and flow well. I have DN and OCS certification and this course was most well-received. Labs were really helpful.- Kali Meadows, PT - Norfolk, VA, I was so nervous before this course! I would like to see a pelvic clock. The instructors were very knowledgeable and allowed everyone to feel respected and welcomed. I feel prepared to work with patient, and motivated to continue to learning Herman & Wallace! 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. The speaker enthusiasm made me feel like this is a real in I could work in.- Arin Lotter, SPT - Manchester, NH, This was a very intense course for me. Thank you!- Michelle Fell - Mandeville, LA, Thank you, Heather for all your for Catchphrases and for sharing your personal experiences. 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. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic, we would recommend wearing comfortable layers. So excited to get started tx this population.- Breanna Edenborough PT, DPT - Seminole, OK, Day 3 was one of the best as far as information & providing info for intervention.