The Good, The Bad, The Internet: Pelvic Health Physical Therapy (On-Demand)-The Good, The Bad, The Internet: Pelvic Health Physical Therapy

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In the video lecture "The Good, the Bad, and the Internet: Pelvic Health Physical Therapy" by Dr. Katherine Miles, she discusses the importance of pelvic health physical therapy in treating conditions related to bladder, bowel, sexual function, and pelvic pain. Dr. Miles emphasizes the biopsychosocial model in assessing and treating patients, highlighting the need for a comprehensive examination of the musculoskeletal and neurologic aspects of the pelvic region. She provides lifestyle modifications that can help improve symptoms, and emphasizes the importance of a team treatment approach and clear communication with patients about their plan of care. The lecture also addresses the prevalence of online programs and resources related to pelvic health, advising listeners to be critical when seeking information. Dr. Miles provides recommendations for tracking symptoms and self-pacing to manage conditions, as well as resources for patient education. The lecture aims to educate healthcare professionals about pelvic health physical therapy and its application in clinical practice. The video transcript highlights the importance of addressing specific muscles and areas of the body in pelvic health physical therapy, such as the quadratus lumborum and pelvic floor muscles. The speaker emphasizes the need for external and internal exams, along with a team treatment approach. They also discuss the prevalence of online programs and offer recommendations for patient education resources. Overall, the lecture aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of pelvic health physical therapy and its role in clinical practice.

Keywords

pelvic health physical therapy

bladder

bowel

sexual function

pelvic pain

biopsychosocial model

musculoskeletal

neurologic

lifestyle modifications

team treatment approach