Integrated Approach to Examination and Intervention
Of Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP)
February 14, 2007
This course will instruct the physical therapist in a complete
understanding of the assessment and intervention of pelvic organ
prolapse (POP). We will begin with a case study approach
to a patient/client with POP. A medical evaluation with urodynamics,
options for surgery (including reconstruction and interstim),
and pharmacological management will be covered. A
lab portion will give participants an opportunity to learn how
to do a Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantitative (POP Q) exam.
This will be followed by a discussion of motor control strategies
of the lumbopelvic region that can contribute to POP and
the reoccurrence of POP after surgical reconstruction. Physical
therapy assessment and intervention will follow.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course, you’ll be able to:
Understand the rational for testing and management of pelvic
organ reconstructive surgery.
Have a basic understanding of POP surgery through video.
Have a basic understanding of motor control in the
lumbopelvic region and the integration of the trunk muscles to
pelvic fl oor support.
Understand the physical therapy evaluation of POP.
Understand the rationale of physical therapy management for
POP.
Have a basic understanding of the POP Q test.
COURSE AGENDA
7:30 am–8:00 am Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:00 am–9:00 am POP Evaluation and Diagnostic Testing
9:00 am–10:00 am Surgical Interventions and Surgery Video
10:00 am–10:15 am Break
10:15 am–12:00 pm POP Q Testing Instruction and Lab
12:00 pm–12:30 pm Wrap-Up and Questions
12:30 pm–1:30 pm Lunch on your own
1:30 pm–2:45 pm The Pelvic Floor’s Impact on Trunk Motor
Control
2:45 pm–3:00 pm Break (snack and drinks provided)
3:00 pm–4:30 pm Physical Therapy Assessment and Intervention
4:30 pm–5:00 pm Wrap-Up and Questions
Sponsored by:
CONTACT HOURS AND ATTIRE
The number of contact hours awarded for this course is 8.5. Participants should wear comfortable clothes and be willing to
actively participate in the class.
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PhD, SCS, ECS, OCS, ATC,
United States Military Academy, Keller Army Community Hospital, San Antonio, TX
LTC Barbara A Springer, PT, PhD, OCS, SCS,
US Army Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC
Hugh Watts, MD,
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
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Kathleen Pantano, PT, PhD, Cleveland State
University, Cleveland, OH
Teresa L. Schuemann, PT, SCS, ATC, CSCS, White Salmon, WA
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