Pelvic Physical Therapy-What Really Happens Down There?-Pelvic Physical Therapy-What Really Happens Down There?

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The video is a presentation by Cindy Furencia, a physical therapist specialized in pelvic floor therapy. She starts by introducing herself and her background in neuro, pediatrics, orthopedics, and sports medicine. She then explains how she started her own private practice focused on pelvic floor therapy. The main topics covered in the presentation are disorders that can be treated with physical therapy, what a session of pelvic PT entails, three treatment techniques including biofeedback, and how to find a pelvic PT near you. Furencia emphasizes the importance of early referral for treatment, particularly for pain clients, and highlights the benefits of pelvic PT over using opioids. She explains the thorough evaluation process, which includes a detailed history and physical exam, as well as various treatment techniques such as manual therapy, biofeedback, and modalities. Furencia also discusses the role of education, breathing techniques, exercise, and home care strategies in the overall treatment plan. She concludes by highlighting the importance of collaboration between pelvic PTs and healthcare providers and provides references for further information.

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Presented by: Cindy Furey, PT

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Date: May 8, 2019

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Category Education

Category Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Category Urinary Incontinence

Keywords

Cindy Furencia

physical therapist

pelvic floor therapy

private practice

disorders

biofeedback

early referral

thorough evaluation

collaboration