Course content

• Online Modules:
  • Introduction to Pelvic Health:
    • Video: What is Women’s Health & Defining Our Role as Pelvic Floor Therapists
    • Understanding Female Pelvic Anatomy, Function, and Musculoskeletal-Related Tissues
    • Quiz
  • Stability of Lumbo-Pelvic Region:
    • Video: Assessment Methods, Introducing the Consent Form, Different Terminologies, What Next
    • Quiz
  • Terminologies for Different Pelvic Floor Dysfunction:
    • Video: Types of Urinary & Bowel Dysfunction, Pelvic Organ Prolapse (Types, Definition & Grading System)
    • Quiz
• Face-to-Face Modules:
  • Module One: Pelvic Floor Health
    • Day 1:
      • Introduction to Course Objectives & Goals; Setting the Scene for Practical Labs (60 minutes)
      • Differential Diagnosis of MSK Origin (Lumbar, SIJ, Coccyx, Hip) with Pelvic Floor Dysfunction through Interactive Discussion (60 minutes)
      • Identifying Red Flags and When to Refer to Other Health Professionals (30 minutes)
      • Examination of MSK Conditions & Special Tests (60 minutes)
      • Lab Session for Practical Application (60 minutes)
      • Full Palpation (External & Internal) of Pelvic Floor Examination (60 minutes)
      • Observation & Palpation of External Pelvic Area (30 minutes)
      • Supervised External Examination Lab (60 minutes)
      • Supervised Internal Examination Lab on Silicone Model (90 minutes)
      • Recap and Q&A
    • Day 2:
      • Recap Day 1 with Case Scenario (60 minutes)
      • Assessment Steps & Documentation after Consent Form (30 minutes)
      • Introduction to Bladder Health (45 minutes)
      • Understanding Urinary Incontinence & Bladder Diary (45 minutes)
      • Lab Session: Techniques for Urinary Incontinence Management (60 minutes)
      • Introduction to Lower Bowel Health (45 minutes)
      • Understanding Pelvic Floor Dyssynergia and Management Techniques (45 minutes)
      • Evaluation of Bowel Dysfunction, Focus on Constipation & Management Tools (45 minutes)
      • Bowel Diary Analysis and Practical Lab for Constipation Management (45 minutes)
      • Introduction to Biofeedback for Assessment & Retraining (30 minutes)
      • Discussion Sessions for Various Case Scenarios (60 minutes)
  • Module Two: Pregnancy Health (Pre & Post-Natal)
    • Day 1:
      • Physiological & Physical Changes During Pregnancy, Phases & Year Following Childbirth (45 minutes)
      • Effect of Exercise Methods During Pregnancy (30 minutes)
      • Recognizing Red Flags and Contraindications for Exercise in Pregnancy (30 minutes)
      • Managing Pre-Natal Complaints: Incontinence, Constipation, MSK Complaints (45 minutes)
      • Preparing for Labor (Vaginal or Cesarean) in Practical Lab (45 minutes)
      • Developing Therapeutic Exercise Plans for Pregnant Women (60 minutes)
    • Day 2:
      • Recap Day 1 with Case Scenario (30 minutes)
      • Risks of Gestational Diabetes & Obesity and the Role of Physical Therapy (45 minutes)
      • Importance of Nutrition for Pregnant Women (45 minutes)
      • Managing Post-Natal Conditions: Diastasis Recti, Episiotomy, Incontinence, PGP, Pelvic Asymmetry, Symphysis Pubis Diastasis, POP (90 minutes)
      • Practical Lab for Kinesio-Taping MSK Conditions (60 minutes)
      • Practical Lab for Scar Tissue Mobilization (60 minutes)
      • Interactive Session for Case Scenarios (60 minutes)
  •  Module Three: Advanced Pelvic Pain Module & Exam
    • Day 1:
      • Chronic pelvic pain
      • Sexual dysfunction
    • Day 2:
      • Women health PT in sports
      • Practical lab
      • Final Exam

Learning  Objectives

• Online Module:
  • Introduction to Women’s Health
  • Anatomy of Pelvic Girdle, Pelvic Floor, Articular Areas, Nerves, and Ligaments
  • Pelvic Floor Evaluation: Guidelines, Grading, Differential Diagnosis
  • Bladder Dysfunction Terminology & Bladder Diary
  • Consent Form (Arabic & English)
  • Lower Bowel Dysfunction Terminology & Bowel Diary
  • Pelvic Floor Terminology & Muscle Testing
  • Practical Videos
• Face-to-Face Modules:
  • Bladder & Bowel Health:
    • Pelvic Floor Assessment (Internal & External)
    • Urinary Incontinence: Types, Behavioral Approach, Exercises
    • MSK Conditions Overlapping with Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: Differential Diagnosis, Testing, Management
    • Bowel Dysfunction: Focus on Constipation & Fecal Incontinence
    • Physical Therapy Management
    • Practical Lab
    • Case Studies
  • Pregnancy Health:
    • Understanding Pregnancy & Beyond
    • Treatment Plans for Different Trimesters
    • Hormonal Influences During Pregnancy
    • Nutrition for Mother & Child
    • Managing MSK Conditions During Pregnancy
    • Pelvic Girdle Pain: Assessment & Treatment
    • Post-Natal Conditions: Diastasis Recti, Cesarean, Episiotomy, PGP, Lumbo-Pelvic Issues
    • Incontinence & Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    • Exercise for Pregnant Women
    • Labor Preparation
    • Practical Lab
    • Case Scenarios
  • Advanced Pelvic Pain:
    • Recognizing and Referring Patients with Sexual Dysfunction
    • Role of Pelvic Health PT in GPPD Conditions
    • Assessment & Management Guidelines for GPPD
    • Managing Chronic Pelvic Pain
    • Practical Labs through Case Scenarios

• Completion of the Online Module
• Review of Pelvic Floor Anatomy Before Course

• Online MCQ Exam (20 questions, 1 point each)
• Practical Exam: Case Scenario with Questions and Demonstration (Grade out of 10)
• Total Grading: Out of 30

• In-depth overview of pelvic anatomy, function, and dysfunction
• Focus on pelvic floor and female urinary dysfunction, chronic pelvic pain, ante-natal and post-natal physical therapy, and sexual dysfunction
• Evidence-based and clinical management skills
• Confidence in treating women with these conditions
• Mentoring for three months post-course

• Understanding female pelvic anatomy & function
• Supervised pelvic floor muscle evaluation (external and internal)
• Recognizing and suggesting treatment methods for impairments
• Exploring the role of pelvic health PT in women’s health
• Discussing female sexual dysfunction & GPPD cases
• Case studies and clinical reasoning
• Recognizing red flags and differential diagnosis of MSK conditions

• Professionalism and sensitivity towards the topic
• Respect for cultural and religious values
• Controlled question sessions to prevent distraction
• Handling personal case questions during breaks or post-session