The Course
Jump into a transformative learning experience with our engaging class focused on the essentials of pelvic health during the perinatal period. Explore the intricacies of the pelvic region's anatomy and physiology as it changes through the perinatal year, gaining a clear understanding of the changes that occur before, during, and after childbirth. Our expert-led content will guide you through the latest research on pelvic floor dysfunctions, pain management strategies, and effective therapeutic interventions.
Whether you're a healthcare professional updating and expanding your evidence based expertise or new to Perinatal Pelvic Rehab, this course is for all women's health professionals interested in nurturing pelvic healththrough a whole person centred biopsychosocial lens during this critical time. In Perinatal Pelvic Rehab, I hope you'll find that this course has the resources you need to navigate the challenges that can arise, using the current best practice, and utilising education, exercise, manual therapy, modalities and mindfulness
By the end of this journey, you'll have equipped yourself with the skills to not only assess and treat but also educate and empower those embarking on the perinatal journey. The practical know-how gained here will ripple out into real-world contexts, from clinical settings to supportive community networks, improving not only the quality of life and care standards for new and expectant mothers, but your ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary maternal care team.
Get ready to make a profound difference at a time when it matters most, enhancing the perinatal experience with sustained pelvic health and wellness, through the perinatal years and beyond
What you will learn
I began developing this course with you in mind, knowing that stepping into the world of pelvic health during the perinatal period can be both exciting and a bit daunting. Every piece of content has been meticulously tailored to ensure a comfortable learning pace, packing in vital information that's as engaging as it is informative. I've pulled together expert insights, hands-on techniques, and the latest research so that you'll come away with a solid foundation and practical skills you can confidently apply. The course layout is intuitive, allowing you to seamlessly navigate through topics, and each module builds on the last, ensuring that you have a well-rounded understanding of how to support individuals through this transformative time. Trust me, by the end of our sessions together, you'll not only have deepened your knowledge but also gained a supportive community of peers to continue your journey in pelvic health.
Curriculum
- Do We Have (an evidence based) Role in Female Fertility?
- Understanding the Menstrual Cycle & Female Fertility
- Factors Affecting Fertility: REDs, Ends, PCOS & Fibroids
- Pelvic Rehabilitation Approaches for Fertility Challenges
- Evidence-Based Practices in Female Sexual Health and Fertility
- Understanding Infertility & ART
- The Basics of Fertility & Infertility
- Checklist for Fertility Optimisation
- Causes and Symptoms of NeuroMusculoskeletal Pain in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy Related Pelvic Girdle Pain (or is it...?)
- Pelvic Girdle Pain: Assessment & Treatment Strategies (47:16)
- My interview with Dr Sinead Dufour about Pelvic Girdle Pain
- RED FLAGS
- Treatment Strategies for Pregnancy Related Pain: mindfulness & modalities
- Movement & Ergonomic Resources for Pregnancy Pain
- Pregnancy Pilates & Yoga
- Sexual Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
- Exercise Guidelines during Pregnancy: what should we advise?
- Placenta Previa, Pelvic Rest...Pregnancy Precautions
- Exercise Considerations for Pregnant Athletes
- Preparation Strategies for Labour and Delivery: Movement & Embodiment
- Mechanisms for Pain Management during Labour & Delivery: from tens to mindfulness
- Pelvic Floor Preparation: RESOURCES TO SHARE WITH YOUR CLIENTS
- Understanding C-Section Procedure, PPH & Caesarean Hysterectomy
- Abdominal & Pelvic Health Strategies Post C-Section
- Scar Healing & Management after C section
- Pelvic/Abdominal Rehab Toolbox: from scars to sex (13:25)
- BONUS: from the Breast Cancer Rehab course: Abdominal Scar Techniques (15:05)
- Exercise After C-Section
Your instructor
In this course, Michelle Lyons brings to the table a wealth of experience and a passion for perinatal pelvic health, with a rich background stemming from her Physiotherapy degree acquired from University College Dublin in 1994. Her expansive knowledge is further augmented by postgraduate credentials in Health Coaching & Nutrition from the University of Galway, and a niche expertise in Integrative Herbal Medicine from the University of Arizona. An avid believer in the whole woman biopsychosocial approach, she is also trained in Pilates, Yoga, and Mindfulness as therapeutic interventions. Licensed as a Physical Therapist in Connecticut, Michelle's extensive career has been marked by her global teaching, presenting & consultations, making her a sought-after authority in the field.
As an educator, she has been teaching faculty & programme development with leading continuing education bodies such as Pelvic Obstetric & Gynaecological Physiotherapy Association, Herman & Wallace, Pelvic Health Solutions, Medbridge Education & the European School of Oncology, sharing her insights at international forums like the International Continence Society and the International Uro-Gynaecological Society, as well as IPPS, CSM, the PHS Symposium, The POGP conference, Therapy Expo, Pelvicon and more. Her involvement with pinnacle events in pelvic health around the world showcases her dedication to enhancing professional standards and influencing the landscape of women's health. Michelle's contributions to FIFA's 'Female Health Project Snapshot' and her advisory roles with Sport Ireland and Bayer Pharmaceuticals underscore her commitment to bringing forth transformative knowledge and support within the sphere of women's health. She connects with each teaching opportunity, eager to instill in her students a deep understanding and enthusiasm for improving whole person & pelvic health outcomes.
Educational
Understanding the Processes, from Fertility & Artificial Reproductive Technology, to Empowered birth choices to Enhanced Recovery for Complete Perinatal Pelvic Wellbeing
Evidence Based
Building the Pillars of Perinatal Pelvic Health from the Ground Up, And The Inside Out
Empowered
Movement & Exercise Strategies from local abdominopelvic issues to global mind body wellness