BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Pelvic Health Network - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Pelvic Health Network X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Pelvic Health Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20260305T202404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T210051Z UID:12935-1773774000-1773779400@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:We Can't Wait 6 Weeks: Early Rehab After 3rd & 4th Degree Tears DESCRIPTION:Third and fourth degree perineal tears\, also known as obstetric anal sphincter injuries (OASIS)\, can significantly affect bowel function\, pain\, mobility\, and participation in daily activities during the early postpartum period. Despite the functional impact of these injuries\, rehabilitation is frequently delayed until the traditional six-week medical clearance\, leaving a critical gap in early management. This course examines the clinical rationale for initiating rehabilitation within the first six weeks and outlines evidence-informed assessment and intervention strategies appropriate for acute and early postpartum care. \nParticipants will analyze tissue healing timelines\, bowel protection principles\, red flag screening\, and early mobility considerations specific to severe perineal trauma. Instruction will emphasize functional assessment\, symptom-guided progression\, and interdisciplinary communication. The course also explores how to adapt early rehabilitation principles across acute care\, home health\, outpatient\, and telehealth settings to support safe recovery and restore participation in meaningful activities while reducing risk of long-term dysfunction. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/we-cant-wait-6-weeks-early-rehab-after-3rd-4th-degree-tears/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Events-Early-Rehab-After-3rd-and-4th-Degree-Tears.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20251231T045937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T150010Z UID:12720-1772564400-1772568000@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Occupational and Physical Therapy Early After Birth: ERAD® Info Session DESCRIPTION:Who are the leaders advancing early postpartum rehab in U.S. hospitals? \nOn Tuesday\, March 3rd\, we will meet the clinical leaders behind hospitals that provide occupational and physical therapy services on the maternity unit prior to discharge. \nThis live event will feature representatives from facilities listed in the Postpartum Recovery Hospital Directory\, a growing national database of institutions offering inpatient rehabilitation after birth. \nEach leader will briefly introduce: \n• Their facility and setting• The structure of their postpartum rehab services• How referrals are generated on the maternity unit• The role of OT and PT in early recovery• Their purpose for building or sustaining these services \nThis event is designed for: \n• Hospital administrators• Rehabilitation directors• Acute care therapists• OB service line leaders• Home health and outpatient clinicians seeking hospital collaboration \nWe will highlight the 120+ U.S. facilities currently offering OT and PT services after birth and open the door for future panel opportunities as maternity rehab services continue to expand. \nThank you for leading early recovery where it begins. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/occupational-and-physical-therapy-early-after-birth-erad-info-session/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/OT-and-PT-early-after-birth-ERAD-info-session.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20251022T042036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T042428Z UID:12112-1762282800-1762286400@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:From Data to Delivery: Launching Your Virtual Rehab Practice Before and After Birth DESCRIPTION:💡 What if you could provide your patients with more options for recovery earlier than the standard of care? \nAcross the country\, patients recovering from cesarean delivery are sent home without early rehab or movement guidance. For some\, even the surgery itself is painful: 11% to 14.6% experience pain during a C-section when anesthesia doesn’t work effectively. \nMany more struggle with preventable pain\, fatigue\, and loss of function after birth. \nAs surgery recovery professionals\, we see how early rehab can change these outcomes. \nYet\, too often\, clinicians are led to believe that “there isn’t enough evidence” to support recovery care during the first six weeks after surgical birth. \nThis webinar is an opportunity to change that.\nJoin us to learn how to use evidence-informed tools and strategies that expand the movement choices patients have during pregnancy and early recovery so that every patient can participate in their healing and not just endure it. \n📅 From Data to Delivery: Launching Your Virtual Rehab Practice Before and After Birth \n🕖 Tuesday\, November 4\, 2025 at 7 PM ET \n🎁 Bonus for Attendees: All registrants will receive an evidence-informed movement guide that includes sample birth preparation and early recovery movements with explanations of their purpose and benefits. \nThe guide helps clinicians expand patient options for movement\, autonomy\, and participation in recovery. \n🩺Purpose with impact: Thirty percent of proceeds will fund research on early rehabilitation after surgical births\, including perineal repairs and cesarean deliveries. \nResearch on early rehab after birth will help every clinician who has been told there isn’t enough evidence to start sooner. \nIf you’re ready to lead the change in how early recovery care after birth begins\, join the movement. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/from-data-to-delivery-launching-your-virtual-rehab-practice-before-and-after-birth/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/From-Data-to-Delivery-Launching-Your-Virtual-Rehab-Practice-Before-and-After-Birth.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20250904T193838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T042714Z UID:11746-1758043800-1758047400@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:The myths about diastasis recti with Antony Lo DESCRIPTION:Diastasis Rectus Abdominis training is everywhere. Courses\, books\, and programs are being sold to both providers and the public. But if that information was enough\, why are so many women still confused and stuck in slow recovery? \nIn this episode I talk with Antony Lo\, a physiotherapist from Australia who is known for challenging the way we think about abdominal muscle separation. He explains why memorizing anatomy\, isolating muscles\, changing breathing patterns\, and prescribing low-level exercises may not be the best place to start. \n“By reframing what having DRA means\, we have a chance of changing the experience for millions of women.” Antony teaches what that looks like in practice and why simple shifts in how we assess and guide movement can make a huge difference. \nIf you think you already know everything about DRA\, this conversation will push you to look again. And when his training is offered in your region\, you will not want to miss it. \nHost\, Rebeca Segraves\, Pelvic Health Network \nWATCH HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/the-myths-about-diastasis-recti-with-antony-lo/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Antony-Lo-Pelvic-Health-Network-Diastasis-Recti.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20250820T193836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T222851Z UID:11729-1756234800-1756238400@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Maternal Rehab Practice Development Across Settings DESCRIPTION:Some clinicians believe that any rehab setting outside of an outpatient women’s health clinic provides subpar care to mothers during pregnancy and after birth. \nBut what happens when hospitalists\, OB/GYNs\, nurses\, and other maternal health providers recognize the value of having a rehab professional on their care team during a high-risk pregnancy admission\, or when a new mother is experiencing functional impairments before hospital discharge? \nWhat do you do when local providers want to start offering rehab services in the home within the first weeks of postpartum recovery\, while mothers are still healing and bonding with their newborn? \nHow do you respond when your hospital system wants to extend perinatal triage services through telehealth rehab to reduce postpartum readmissions and connect patients to earlier guidance on mobility and recovery? \nWould you say\, “No. Refer your patients to me when they’re ready for outpatient women’s health rehab.” \nOf course not. \nIn our monthly meeting\, designed for Perinatal Health Specialist Certification members\, we will answer live questions on how to build maternal rehab services across diverse settings to meet patients across the continuum of care and improve maternal health outcomes earlier than the current standard. \nTopics will include how to identify the right setting for the care a patient is seeking\, strategies for building referral networks across disciplines\, billing considerations\, collaboration with other providers\, and practical approaches to improving maternal function and recovery with earlier access to rehab. \nPHS-C Members: Bring your questions about clinical practice\, program assignments\, and connect certification objectives with real-life applications. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/maternal-rehab-practice-development-across-settings/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Is-Virtual-Rehab-Subpar-Care.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20250810T022853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250810T095100Z UID:11721-1755630000-1755633600@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Maternal Rehab: Difference Between Occupational and Physical Therapy DESCRIPTION:What is the difference between occupational therapy and physical therapy in maternal care? This is one of the most common questions we hear from providers\, students\, and hospital teams every year. \nThe answer matters as maternal rehab becomes a greater priority in hospitals\, clinics\, telehealth\, and home-based care. In this live panel discussion\, experienced OTs and PTs will share how their roles overlap and where they are distinct in supporting recovery during pregnancy and after birth\, including postpartum complications and Cesarean recovery. \nWe will explore case examples from acute care\, home health\, and outpatient settings\, and discuss how both professions can collaborate to improve function\, safety\, and quality of life for mothers. \nWhat you will learn: \n\nThe scope of OT vs PT practice in maternal health\nKey similarities and differences in evaluation and treatment approaches\nHow interprofessional collaboration improves recovery outcomes\nReal-world examples from hospital to home \n\nBring your questions for a lively Q&A. Whether you are a provider\, student\, or administrator\, this session will give you clarity on the unique and complementary roles of OT and PT in maternal care. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/11721/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Difference-between-occupational-and-physical-therapy.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20250730T060728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T151824Z UID:11709-1754506800-1754510400@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:From the ERAD® Acute Care OB Rehab Manual to the Medbridge Birth Recovery Pathway DESCRIPTION:Live Q/A for clinicians establishing rehab services as a standard of care during high-risk pregnancy and within the first 7 days postpartum to enhance recovery after any birth experience. Join us for a review of the Acute Care OB Rehab Manual with Spanish translation updates and resources for acute perinatal rehab program development + an introduction to the simple solution that’s filling the gap between hospital and home: the Medbridge Birth Recovery Pathway. Coming September 2025. \nRegister HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/erad-acute-care-ob-rehab-manual-review/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Acute-Care-OB-Rehab-Manual.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20250610T230907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T230907Z UID:11518-1750791600-1750795200@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Enhanced Recovery After Delivery Training Q/A DESCRIPTION:This special Q/A will be open to the public and to Pelvic Health Network members who have specific questions on starting a new service line\, business\, or hospital-based program that provides acute care\, virtual\, and home-health services during: \n\npregnancy (including high-risk conditions) and \nwithin 0-6 days following any birth experience and pelvic surgery (e.g. hysterectomy\, high-degree perineal tear\, sterilization\, hemorrhage management\, and more). \n\nWe will discuss the upcoming Enhanced Recovery After Delivery training that prepares licensed health providers and birth professionals to expedite maternal health support faster than the current standard of care. This training will be offered via livestream and in-person\, providing breakfast\, lunch\, and a beautiful hike with iconic views of the Pikes Peak region. \nThe training will be professionally recorded for future\, self-paced participants while our livestream and in-person participants will master the hands-on techniques that can be started in the hospital and home. Every trainee will have access to a 1:1 meeting with an ERAD instructor that they can request within the 12 months from the start of their training: live or self-paced. \nThis Q/A will answer your questions on whether or not you should continue observing perinatal health practice across all settings OR if you are ready to advance your career and join us at our beautiful headquarters in Colorado Springs on July 19-20\, 2025. After this training\, you can choose to pursue the Perinatal Health Specialist Certification that is 100% unique to this specialized area of practice. \nWe can’t wait to meet you\, learn about your mission\, and help you succeed! This Q/A will be recorded for members of Pelvic Health Network where memberships directly support program and professional development to advance early interventions in acute care\, home health\, virtual practice\, and community-based support for maternal health\, women’s health\, and pelvic health care. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/enhanced-recovery-after-delivery-training-q-a/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Enhanced-Recovery-After-Delivery-2025-Training-QA.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T204500 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20250510T130228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T140359Z UID:11328-1747252800-1747255500@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:OT and PT Capstones in Maternal and Pelvic Health: Acute Care to Home Health DESCRIPTION:As interest in maternal and pelvic health continues to rise in both acute care and home health settings\, an increasing number of programs and businesses are introducing OT and PT services earlier than traditional standards of care. Join us for a dynamic roundtable discussion featuring occupational and physical therapy students\, capstone advisors\, and practicing clinicians. Together\, they’ll explore how maternal and pelvic health are being redefined across hospital\, home\, and virtual care environments. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/ot-and-pt-capstones-in-maternal-and-pelvic-health-acute-care-to-home-health/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/OT-and-PT-capstones-in-maternal-and-pelvic-health.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20250511T224347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T224503Z UID:11333-1747080000-1747081800@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Physical therapy after c-section DESCRIPTION:🏥 Postpartum pain has been closely linked with maternal mental health and studies have examined the impact of maternal pain on newborn bonding. \n🩺 Dr. Addy Javes\, PT\, DPT shares her recent case report on the impact that physical therapy has in the hospital after birth on postpartum pain and function to improve maternal outcomes after cesarean section. \n🗓️ Join us for an exclusive interview with her on why she wrote about this area of recovery care that’s rarely offered to new moms: Monday\, May 12\, 2025 at 8 PM ET. \nWatch the livestream HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/physical-therapy-after-c-section/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PT-after-C-section-with-Addy-Javes.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20250329T171317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T172515Z UID:11259-1743622200-1743625800@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Vital Signs on the Maternity Unit DESCRIPTION:April 2\, 2025 In hospitals across the country\, rehab therapists routinely monitor vital signs with patients during the activity they are expected to perform at home. Dr. Jennifer Bonia\, PT\, DPT is an acute care therapist treating patients in the hospital after c-section who inspired this month’s inaugural Women’s Health Research Club on the use of the Adult Vital Sign Interpretation in Acute Care Guide to expand evidence-based rehab practice on the maternity unit. Join us HERE for a discussion on using this guide for immediate postpartum recovery care on Wednesday\, April 2nd at 7:30 PM ET. URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/11259/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Rehab-in-the-hospital-after-birth-Vital-Signs-Monitoring-April-2-2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20250217T134416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T203540Z UID:10667-1740578400-1740580200@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Breastfeeding strategies for birth professionals Q/A DESCRIPTION:Join our discussion with Dr. Ann Croghan about early intervention strategies that will help breastfeeding function and goals in the first 0 – 6 weeks of postpartum recovery. \nWATCH HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/breastfeeding-strategies-for-birth-professionals-q-a/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Q-A-Breastfeeding-strategies-for-birth-professionals.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20250123T055526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250209T141442Z UID:10616-1738782000-1738785600@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:When should OT and PT be offered in the hospital after birth? DESCRIPTION:In this talk\, we explore the factors that support the evidence-based decisions to offer rehab in the hospital after birth. We discuss optimal timing for postpartum occupational and physical therapy and showcase their benefits in supporting 4th trimester recovery and perinatal health. Whether you’re a healthcare professional or maternal health advocate\, you will gain valuable tools and knowledge to enhance family-centered care and grow sustainable acute care OB rehab programs. \nWatch HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/when-should-ot-and-pt-be-offered-in-the-hospital-after-birth/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Evidenced-Based-Practice-Rehab-in-the-Hospital-after-Birth.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20241127T160459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T232236Z UID:9905-1733947200-1733950800@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Raising Your Value as a Pelvic Health Provider DESCRIPTION:Were you ever frustrated with how many people struggled with pelvic floor symptoms before they received help? \nHave you ever heard someone say\, “Why didn’t anyone tell me about pelvic floor therapy sooner?” OR “I had to wait several months to get an appointment with you?!” \nHow did it make you feel? \nAfter years of practice\, Dr. Janelle Howell\, PT\, DPT\, WCS\, a pelvic health therapist\, discovered how to help more people than she ever could in her 1:1 visits with one of the most intimate conditions that people deal with for years before receiving proper care. \nAs a women’s health clinical specialist in physical therapy and expert on vaginismus\, she grew her social media following to an audience of more than 300K across Instagram and Tik Tok in less than 2 years. Her channel\, @vaginarehabdoctor is one of the most sought-after resources on relieving pain with intimacy. \nIn her annual workshop\, Raising Your Value as a Pelvic Health Provider\, she teaches professionals how to use their most valuable asset to reach the people who benefit the most from their services sooner rather than later. \nREGISTER HERE to join her workshop live or to access the recording! \nSee you soon! URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/raising-your-value-as-a-pelvic-health-provider/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Janelle-Howell-Raising-your-value-as-a-pelvic-health-provider.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20240926T232847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T141856Z UID:9761-1732042800-1732046400@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:What the [women's] health? How to include women in rehab protocols DESCRIPTION:  \nWorld Health Organization: Women account for 67% of the global health and social care workforce. Deloitte: Women pay $15.4 billion more than men for annual out-of-pocket expenses. U.S. Department of Labor and Statistics: Women make up 75% of total employment in hospitals. The New England Journal of Medicine: Female primary care physicians spend 15.7% more time with their patients yet earn 8 to 29% less than male counterparts. BMC Primary Care: Women are more likely to visit their primary care physician for physical and mental health concerns than men. \nIs rehab education staying current with academic medicine and including the largest healthcare consumers in the world: Women? If so\, where are the rehab and early recovery protocols after the most commonly performed major surgeries in the world including cesarean section\, hysterectomy\, and mastectomy? In this 1-hour workshop with Rebeca Segraves\, you will learn how to develop early recovery care plans called rehab protocols\, that prioritize the mental and physical function of patients who currently lack early access to occupational and physical therapy to enhance their recovery after major procedures. \nOpen to women’s health advocates\, occupational therapy practitioners\, physical therapy practitioners\, nurse practitioners\, physicians\, midwives\, doulas\, fitness/wellness professionals\, and more! \nACCESS HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/9761/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/How-to-Write-Recovery-Plans-for-Women.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20241103T201807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241109T144802Z UID:9846-1730916000-1730919600@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Why Pelvic Health is about Skin Color DESCRIPTION:Pelvic health is not about OT vs PT qualifications\, insurance reimbursement\, or physician preference. It’s about Race. \nAs the largest recipients of c-section and hysterectomy worldwide\, Black women are becoming more aware that their surgical recovery is considered Low Priority by surgeons and rehab professionals alike. \nOn Wednesday\, November 6th\, join acute care therapists who publicly discuss how they challenged the status quo in order to expand access to rehab after birth across 12 hospitals in their health system to include the largest recipients of cesarean section surgery: Black women. \nSpecial guests: Jasmine Dockett\, OTR/L and Rachel Lewis\, OTR/L\, Acute Care Occupational Therapists from Sentara Health\, Virginia. \nVIEW HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/why-pelvic-health-is-about-skin-color/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Pelvic-Health-and-Black-Women-feat-Jasmine-Dockett-and-Rachel-Lewis-Sentara-Health-Acute-Care-Therapy-after-Hospital-Birth.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20240905T145247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T155901Z UID:9682-1726689600-1726691400@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Building professional relationships in maternal health DESCRIPTION:Jena Roeber\, OTR/L\, PHS\nThis course covers how to collaborate with maternal health professionals in your hospital and community to expand access to rehab services for families who benefit the most during high-risk pregnancy and immediately after birth prior to returning home.  \nWednesday\, September 18\, 2024 at 8:00 PM ET \nREGISTER HERE! URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/building-professional-relationships-in-maternal-health/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jena-Roeber-Building-professional-relationships-in-maternal-health.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20240904T160723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T163943Z UID:9668-1725994800-1725998400@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:The strongest evidence for hospital rehab after birth DESCRIPTION:Dr. Katherine Sylvester\, Founder of Operation M.I.S.T.\nBackground: In 2022\, we found an acute care physical therapist who started a remote vital sign monitoring company that monitors: \n\nperinatal blood pressure\nheart rate\nSPO2\ntemperature\nheart rate variability\nglucose\nsleep quality\n\n\n  \nDr. Katherine Sylvester\, PT\, DPT is the Founder of Operation M.I.S.T. and is presenting her annual lecture on the strongest evidence that OTs and PTs can use to determine when to offer a rehab evaluation in the hospital and home after birth. \nTherapists will learn how to consults directly with families on: \n\nhealthcare providers and community partners to add to their team based on their data and social determinants of health\nwork/maternity leave requests\nlifestyle modifications to keep their vital signs in optimal range during pregnancy and throughout the first 12 months postpartum\n\n\nJoin us on Tuesday\, September 10th at 7 PM ET! \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/9668/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Katherine-Sylvester-Operation-MIST-Remote-Monitoring.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20240628T224012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T183148Z UID:9356-1721241000-1721246400@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Pelvic Health Therapy 2024 DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n“We need more pelvic health providers”\n\nLimited access to services remains a huge barrier for individuals who experience pelvic health dysfunction. \nThis live panel discussion invites leaders across mental health\, nutrition\, fitness\, rehab\, and medicine to a dynamic discussion on how to collaborate and expand the network of services accessible to the public. \nWednesday\, July 17th: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM ET\nCLICK HERE to Join LIVE or View Later URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/pelvic-health-therapy-2024/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Pelvic-Health-Therapy-2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20240512T132043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T173144Z UID:9056-1715866200-1715868000@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:100% of OBGYNs recommend pelvic floor PT after birth. Here is the reality. DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Origin Pelvic Health Study revealed that women who have given birth within the past 5 years report that they received no guidance on 1) healing their pelvic floor after childbirth (86%)\, 2) reducing their risk of tearing during childbirth (85%)\, 3) healing their abdominals after pregnancy and birth (83%)\, or 4) exercising safely before or after delivery (71%). \nCarine Carmy\, Co-Founder and CEO at Origin discusses the factors contributing to these gaps in pregnancy and postpartum health education and the innovative solutions that are quickly making pelvic health therapy more accessible than ever \nOrigin is one of the fastest growing pelvic health therapy companies in the U.S. offering virtual rehab in all 50 states. Join live or view the recording\, May 16\, 2024 at 1:30 PM ET: https://www.linkedin.com/events/100-ofobgynsrecommendpelvicfloo7194205569442844672/theater/ URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/100-of-obgyns-recommend-pelvic-floor-pt-after-birth-here-is-the-reality/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Carine-Carmy-2024-Pelvic-Health-Study.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20240415T230657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T231344Z UID:8849-1714136400-1714140000@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:What I teach physical therapy students about birth DESCRIPTION:Dr. Katherine Sylvester\, PT\, DPT is the founder of Operation M.I.S.T.\, an organization that provides remote health monitoring for women during pregnancy and immediately after birth. She shares what she wants physical therapy students to know about maternal health everywhere she lectures. \nVIEW HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/what-i-teach-physical-therapy-students-about-birth/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Katherine-Sylvester.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20240408T174442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T190707Z UID:8758-1714068000-1714071600@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Cash Pay Pelvic Health Therapy DESCRIPTION:Danika Viola\, MS\, OTR/L is a pelvic health OT who is innovating ways to make pelvic health services more accessible to her clients. She has grown a flourishing community of pelvic health practitioners who are providing early interventions that transform the client experience\, resulting in faster outcomes and happier patients. \nJoin LIVE: Thursday\, April 25th at 8 PM ET URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/8758/ CATEGORIES:Videos ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Danika-Viola-Cash-Pay-Pelvic-Health.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20240324T221948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T190733Z UID:8682-1713985200-1713988800@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Optimizing Fertility: How Pelvic Health Therapists Can Help DESCRIPTION:According to the CDC\, 1 in 5 married women in the U.S. between 15 and 49 years are unable to get pregnant after 1 year of trying and 1 in 4 individuals in this group have difficulty carrying their pregnancy to term. \nDr. Yeni Abraham is the founder of Triggered PT\, a practice that helps women navigate high-risk pregnancy\, pelvic pain\, endometriosis\, uterine fibroids\, bladder leakage\, and infertility. Her mission is to advance pelvic health practice to meet the needs of people trying to conceive. \nIn this interview\, we’ll discuss what rehab therapists should know to support patients on their fertility journey including common impairments\, mental health considerations\, and strategies for optimizing health before and after pregnancy. \nJoin via Zoom: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Eastern Time URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/optimizing-fertility-how-pelvic-health-therapists-can-help/ CATEGORIES:Videos ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Dr.-Yeni-Abraham.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20240415T225851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T140342Z UID:8846-1713902400-1713906000@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:The future of cesarean rehab DESCRIPTION:Dr. Lashonda Jones\, PT\, DPT is a virtual physical therapist and social media influencer that teaches moms how to recover earlier after c-section. She shares how her own c-section recovery shaped her physical therapy practice and the information she now equips mothers with\, as early as 24 hours after birth. We’ll discuss what she believes will be the future of cesarean rehab and how professionals can take advantage of opportunities to reach women sooner who want to thrive after their major abdominal surgery. \nVIEW LIVE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/the-future-of-cesarean-rehab/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Lashonda-Jones.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20240415T204800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T143609Z UID:8843-1713470400-1713474000@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:How networks grew my women's health business DESCRIPTION:Elle Russell\, MSOT\, OTR/L is the owner of Occupational Transitions who is passionate about running\, pelvic health\, and postpartum recovery. She discusses how she grew her women’s health business and how occupational therapists are transforming maternal health. \nVIEW HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/womens-health-occupational-therapy/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Elle-Russell-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20240415T204418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T204525Z UID:8840-1713447000-1713450600@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Virtual Rehab After Birth DESCRIPTION:Dr. Abby Bales is the founder of Reform Physical Therapy that provides personalized services during pregnancy and after birth. She discusses the current state of postpartum care and the lifesaving potential of virtual health services. \nVIEW HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/virtual-rehab-after-birth/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Abby-Bales.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20240408T164019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T190845Z UID:8754-1713384000-1713387600@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Marketing your pelvic health business DESCRIPTION:Dr. Janelle Howell\, PT\, DPT\, WCS\, @vaginarehabdoctor\, is a preacher and seggs-positive Christian who specializes in women’s health. She helps women return to pain-free intimacy and rekindle lasting\, fulfilling relationships. On Wednesday\, April 17th\, she will share how pelvic health professionals can reach their core audience faster using the time-tested methods she used to grow 340K+ followers across IG and Tik Tok in 2 years. Join us live or catch the replay! \nWednesday\, April 17th at 8 PM ET: VIEW THE LIVESTREAM  URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/marketing-your-pelvic-health-business/ CATEGORIES:Videos ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Janelle-Howell-Vagina-Rehab-Doctor.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20240415T204036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T204224Z UID:8836-1713355200-1713357000@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Rock climbing and pelvic health DESCRIPTION:Dr. Aakriti Agrawal is a physical therapist and the founder of No Pelvis Left Behind. She provides virtual and in-person healthcare to women who want to improve their pelvic health\, relationships\, and fitness. She’s an outdoor enthusiast who believes anyone can use what brings them joy to improve their lives. \nVIEW HERE URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/rock-climbing-and-pelvic-health/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Aakriti-Agrawal.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20240408T191438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T153518Z UID:8769-1713290400-1713294000@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Pitch Perfect: Getting Hospital Buy-in for Postpartum Rehab DESCRIPTION:Dr. Michelle Figueira\, PT\, DPT is a director of rehab with years of experience developing the talents of her acute care therapy team. She discusses what she did to start an OB rehab program in her hospital that enhanced the recovery and experience that women had before returning home after childbirth. \nJoin LIVE or view later: Tuesday\, April 16th at 6 PM ET URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/pitch-perfect-getting-hospital-buy-in-for-postpartum-rehab/ CATEGORIES:Videos ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Michelle-Figueira-Acute-Care-OB-Rehab.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240411T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240411T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051455 CREATED:20240324T221549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T190805Z UID:8678-1712865600-1712869200@pelvichealthnetwork.org SUMMARY:Sex counseling: what to know for your pelvic health practice DESCRIPTION:Join us for a deep dive with Dr. Uchenna “UC” Ossai\, the founder of YouSeeLogic which is a sexual health platform based in social justice. \nWe’ll discuss what professionals need to know about advancing their practice in sexual health\, respecting the boundaries of mental health\, and protecting sexual wellbeing as a human right. \nJoin LIVE: 8:00 – 9:00 PM Eastern Time URL:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/event/sex-counseling-what-to-know-for-your-pelvic-health-practice/ CATEGORIES:Videos ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pelvichealthnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Dr.-Uchenna-UC-Ossai.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR