Physical Therapy for Pregnancy and Postpartum Lab
GENERAL INFO
DATE(S)
LOCATION
HOST
College of Health Professions and Sciences University of Central Florida Health Sciences Building I – Suite 256 12805 Pegasus Drive The nearest parking to the Health Sciences I building is Garage D, Lot D1, or Garage C. The UCF campus map can be found here: https://parking.ucf.edu/resources/maps/
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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SPECIAL NOTES
- Upon completing the OB-AntePost Lab and the OB-Intra Lab, you will be eligible to proceed to the next step of the CAPP-OB program if you are pursuing the Certificate of Achievement.
SCHEDULE
Schedule
- 7:00 AM - Log in to Zoom
- 7:30 AM - Course Starts
- 6:00 PM - Course Ends
Included Breaks Times: 15 min AM break, 60 min PM Lunch Break, 15 min PM break
Schedule is subject to change.
CONTACT HOURS
AFFILIATED PROGRAM
COURSE INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
The Physical Therapy for Pregnancy and Postpartum Lab (OB-AntePost Lab) is conducted 100% in-person and is open to all participants who have taken ANY of the following courses:
- Fundamental Topics of Pregnancy & Postpartum Physical Therapy Webinar (OBF Webinar)
- Physical Therapy for the Pregnant Patient Webinar (OB-Ante Webinar)
- Physical Therapy for the Postpartum Patient Webinar (OB-Post Webinar)
During this lab course, participants will learn and practice the necessary skills to effectively evaluate and treat pregnant people. Topics include: lumbopelvic, hip examination and special tests, thoracic spine evaluation and treatment, modifications of the pregnant examination, diastasis rectus abdominis examination and intervention; external pelvic floor assessment and exercise (NO internal pelvic floor techniques); therapeutic exercise in pregnancy and postpartum; cesarean scar assessment and mobilization techniques, and biomechanical strategies. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to practice with various pregnancy support belts and garments.
During the lab, participants will work in groups of 2-3. Everyone will participate as both “clinician” and “patient” and receive in the moment feedback and tips from instructors. All participants will participate in comprehensive situational lab scenarios to integrate learned skills. All people can fully participate in this lab, including people of any gender and individuals who are pregnant. Upon completion of this lab course, participants will have expanded examination and treatment skills to support the pregnant and postpartum patients.
CONTACT HOURS
LEARNER OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Examination/Evaluation:
- Perform an examination of a pregnant or postpartum patient with: a. Low back pain b. Pelvic girdle pain c. Hip pain d. Thoracic pain
- Assess for diastasis rectus abdominis with objective measurement skills
- Perform an external assessment of pelvic floor muscle function
Diagnosis/Prognosis:
- Utilize objective measurements to screen for medical referral
- Differentiate between low back, pelvic girdle and hip pain/dysfunction.
Intervention:
- Develop an evidence-based plan of care for physical therapy intervention of pregnant or postpartum patients with musculoskeletal impairments or dysfunction
- Demonstrate manual therapy interventions for the treatment of cesarean scars
- Describe effective cues to contract and relax the pelvic floor and transverse abdominal muscles
- Explain ideal biomechanical strategies for pregnant or postpartum patients
PRE-REQUISITES
- This course is open to all participants who have taken any ONE of the following:
- Fundamental Topics of Pregnancy & Postpartum Physical Therapy Webinar (OBF Webinar) - this course is being retired in mid-2025
- Physical Therapy for the Pregnant Patient Webinar (OB-Ante Webinar)
- Physical Therapy for the Postpartum Patient (OB-Post Webinar)
Learn more about the CAPP-OB course program restructure at: https://www.aptapelvichealth.org/cappob-restructure
INCLUDED
📓 Printed lab manual ✔️ Supervised lab activities 🏅 Digital Badge
REQUIREMENTS
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT | WHO IS ALLOWED TO TAKE THIS COURSE? (NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE):
- Comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that is comfortable for you to move in during the lab activities (some attendees bring a sweater or pullover as temperatures in the auditoriums and classrooms can often fluctuate)
- Laptop and charger (if you wish to take notes electronically; printed lab manuals will be provided by the Academy)
- Snacks and refreshments (the Academy provides some light refreshments but you are welcome to bring your own as well)
- Pencils and/or pens (useful for lab activities and worksheet activities)
- Hair ties (if you have long hair, we recommend for you to tie it in a ponytail during the lab activities)
- Nail filer (due to the physical interaction between attendees, we recommend for you to file your nails prior to lab activities)
Lab Expectations
Lab Model Guidelines (If you are bringing a model)
ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENT
Attendees must be present throughout the duration of the course. Contact hours will be forfeited and the attendee will be dismissed if the attendee:
- Misses two (2) or more lecture hours
- Misses any part of the Case Study Presentation and related group activities
To advance to the next course level, the attendee who missed the above will have to retake the course at her/his/their own expense. Should extenuating circumstances arise, it is the responsibility of the participant to notify a course faculty member of the need to leave. Consideration for course completion will be made on a case-by-case basis.
REGISTRATION
$ PT MEMBER PRICE
$ PTA & STUDENT MEMBER PRICE
$ NON-MEMBER PRICE
$ EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT AUTOMATICALLY APPLIED AT CHECKOUT (EXPIRES 30 DAYS BEFORE COURSE)
By enrolling for this course, I attest that I have read, understood, agreed to accept, and shall abide by all listed eligibility requirements listed above. I agree to the terms and conditions of my registration (https://aptapelvichealth.org/terms). I understand that if I am not eligible to take this course or the course is canceled, my registration will be canceled and I am responsible for all associated travel and accommodation expenses I may have incurred.
OB-AntePost Lab
April 26, 2025
Orlando, FL
REMAINING SEATS
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LOCATION
"College of Health Professions and Sciences University of Central Florida Health Sciences Building I – Suite 256 12805 Pegasus Drive The nearest parking to the Health Sciences I building is Garage D, Lot D1, or Garage C. The UCF campus map can be found here: https://parking.ucf.edu/resources/maps/"
SCHEDULE
"Schedule
- 7:00 AM - Log in to Zoom
- 7:30 AM - Course Starts
- 6:00 PM - Course Ends
Included Breaks Times: 15 min AM break, 60 min PM Lunch Break, 15 min PM break
Schedule is subject to change."
DESCRIPTION
"The Physical Therapy for Pregnancy and Postpartum Lab (OB-AntePost Lab) is conducted 100% in-person and is open to all participants who have taken ANY of the following courses:
- Fundamental Topics of Pregnancy & Postpartum Physical Therapy Webinar (OBF Webinar)
- Physical Therapy for the Pregnant Patient Webinar (OB-Ante Webinar)
- Physical Therapy for the Postpartum Patient Webinar (OB-Post Webinar)
During this lab course, participants will learn and practice the necessary skills to effectively evaluate and treat pregnant people. Topics include: lumbopelvic, hip examination and special tests, thoracic spine evaluation and treatment, modifications of the pregnant examination, diastasis rectus abdominis examination and intervention; external pelvic floor assessment and exercise (NO internal pelvic floor techniques); therapeutic exercise in pregnancy and postpartum; cesarean scar assessment and mobilization techniques, and biomechanical strategies. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to practice with various pregnancy support belts and garments.
During the lab, participants will work in groups of 2-3. Everyone will participate as both “clinician” and “patient” and receive in the moment feedback and tips from instructors. All participants will participate in comprehensive situational lab scenarios to integrate learned skills. All people can fully participate in this lab, including people of any gender and individuals who are pregnant. Upon completion of this lab course, participants will have expanded examination and treatment skills to support the pregnant and postpartum patients."
LEARNER OBJECTIVES
"Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Examination/Evaluation:
- Perform an examination of a pregnant or postpartum patient with: a. Low back pain b. Pelvic girdle pain c. Hip pain d. Thoracic pain
- Assess for diastasis rectus abdominis with objective measurement skills
- Perform an external assessment of pelvic floor muscle function
Diagnosis/Prognosis:
- Utilize objective measurements to screen for medical referral
- Differentiate between low back, pelvic girdle and hip pain/dysfunction.
Intervention:
- Develop an evidence-based plan of care for physical therapy intervention of pregnant or postpartum patients with musculoskeletal impairments or dysfunction
- Demonstrate manual therapy interventions for the treatment of cesarean scars
- Describe effective cues to contract and relax the pelvic floor and transverse abdominal muscles
- Explain ideal biomechanical strategies for pregnant or postpartum patients"
PREREQUISITES
"- This course is open to all participants who have taken any ONE of the following: - Fundamental Topics of Pregnancy & Postpartum Physical Therapy Webinar (OBF Webinar) - this course is being retired in mid-2025 - Physical Therapy for the Pregnant Patient Webinar (OB-Ante Webinar) - Physical Therapy for the Postpartum Patient (OB-Post Webinar)
Learn more about the CAPP-OB course program restructure at: https://www.aptapelvichealth.org/cappob-restructure "
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