Entry Level - The Physical Therapy Approach to Female Urinary Incontinence - Uro Sante

The Physical Therapy Approach to Female Urinary Incontinence (Entry Level)

The Physical Therapy Approach to Female Urinary Incontinence (Entry Level)

About the Course

Urinary incontinence is an important woman’s health issue that can greatly affect quality of life. Statistics
show that one woman in four experiences trouble with urinary incontinence. An important number of those afflicted with this condition can be much improved with the help of the pelvic floor physiotherapist.

The practical portion of this course incudes internal evaluation and treatment techniques, involving vaginal and anal palpation.  Participants work in groups, alternating in roles as therapist and as patient.  Those who cannot work in the role of patient are asked to bring in a female friend/model during some segments of the course.

Important Information

Course:

Entry Level -The Physical Therapy Approach to Female Urinary Incontinence
– 4 day Hybrid Version -

Dates:

Oct. 1 2021 (day 1, online)
*Oct. 16 & 17 2021 (day 2 & 3, in person at set clinics)
Oct. 22 2021 (day 4, online)
Set clinic locations in : Montreal, QC - Moncton, NB - Halifax, NS - St-John's, NL -
Calgary, AB - Ottawa, ON
*We have developed this hybrid format so that we can continue to offer entry-level courses during the ongoing pandemic.   Dates of the in-person portion of the course are subject to change according to government restrictions.

Prices:

Early bird price (ends Aug. 1st): $891.50 CAD (+ applicable taxes)
Regular price: $1120.00 CAD (+ applicable taxes)

Pre-requisite:

None

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course objectives
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Course Objectives

By the end of this course, the participant will be able to:
  • Become familiar with the anatomy and the role of the pelvic floor and its related structures
  • Acquire an understanding of the anatomy and physiology of micturition, as well as pertinent incontinence pathologies
  • Acquire knowledge of the urodynamic and urologic investigation procedures, as well as medical and surgical treatments for urinary incontinence
  • Perform an evaluation of the pelvic floor
  • Become able to establish and perform a physiotherapy treatment plan and its progression for incontinence
  • Know how to use manual and behavioural techniques, biofeedback and electrical stimulation to treat female urinary incontinence
  • In keeping with the standards set by our professional order, we cover clinical hygienic precautions, infection prevention and control.  In addition, we cover routine sensitive practise, communication and consent.  Precautions and contra-indications are covered in respect to individual treatment modalities.
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Course Schedule

Day 1, 10:30 - 6:30 (Montreal Time)

  • Registration
  • Introduction
  • Role of the pelvic floor
  • Anatomy of the pelvic floor and related structures
  • Anatomy and physiology of the urinary system
  • Urinary incontinence
  • Urologic investigation and medical treatment

Day 2, 10:30 - 6:30 (Montreal Time)

  • Patient history-taking
  • Physical examination of the pelvic floor (practical): vaginal palpation
  • Physical examination of the pelvic floor (practical): anal palpation

Day 3, 10:30 - 6:30 (Montreal Time)

  • Global approach to treatment
  • Manual Techniques (practical)
  • Electrical stimulation (practical)
  • Biofeedback (practical)
  • Exercise devices

Day 4, 10:30 - 6:30 (Montreal Time)

  • Pessaries
  • Education, urinary diary
  • Exercise program
  • Case histories, discussion
  • Test for acquisition of learning objectives
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Your Instructors

Claudia & Marie-Josée are passionate about Pelvic Health physiotherapy and renowned for their extensive knowledge and expertise in this field both as clinicians and instructors. Their teaching style is very practical, well-organized, clear, fun and full of valuable information, enabling the students to begin treating patients immediately upon return to practise.
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Claudia Brown

Claudia Brown B.Sc. P.T., M. Sc. Rehab. Sciences, MOPPQ, MCPA

Marie Josee Lord

Marie Josee Lord
B.Sc. P.T., MOPPQ, MCPA

Some testimonials from past participants:

”This course has changed the way I look and treat patients not only with pelvic floor dysfunction but with other orthopedic conditions as well! Can’t wait to take the next one!!!"
”In PT school they teach you very little about pelvic heath and therefore there is a lot of new information offered in the intro course – all of which I found interesting and relevant.”
”Claudia was so knowledgeable and just a lovely person. I had my 5 month old baby with me and everyone was so understanding and accommodating which I truly can’t express how much i appreciated.”
”I found almost everything we covered to be interesting. MJ was a great instructor who added really interesting clinical experience to a lot that we discussed, and was very engaging.”
”Thank you for sharing your knowledge and putting on such a fantastic course! It truly exceeded my expectations.”
‘‘I found there were so many tips and tricks I can both use myself and share with my patients. Very informative class.”
”I learned more this weekend then I ever have on a single course. Cannot wait to clinically apply this new knowledge!”
”Thank you for an informative course that provides participants with assessment skills and treatment techniques that will help patients so much. I will definitely be signing up for further Uro Sante courses!”
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