The Pelvic Floor, the Diaphragm, the Core and their Role in Postural Development in Children
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$240.00
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This seminar is designed to understand the development of the diaphragm and pelvic floor muscles (PFM) as it relates to core function and continence in children. Special needs children or those with musculoskeletal asymmetries frequently have a weak core, postural compensations and develop poor bowel and bladder habits. Did you ever consider activating a child's pelvic floor musculature in order to increase their core strength and control, and improve their functional ability? Are you able to define what correct core activation is? Learn how to connect the ribcage, the diaphragm and the pelvic floor for proper core activation. This seminar includes instruction in anatomy and development of the diaphragm and its relationship to the pelvic floor/core. Focus on assessment and treatment of the core/breathing and the PFM in a school-based setting will be provided. This includes how to identify constipation and/or dysfunctional voiding habits and understanding how managing constipation can improve posture core control and breathing. The information presented in the course applies to children who have been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, Downs Syndrome, ASD, Hypotonia and more.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision - Physical Therapy
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Disclosure statements
Dawn Sandalcidi, hereby disclose my financial interests as of January 1, 2023. I am the sole owner of DSDPT Consulting, PLLC. Additionally, I hold a position as an Independent Contractor with Herman and Wallace, INC in which I receive compensation for my services. These financial interests may potentially influence my decision-making or actions in matters related to education regarding pediatric pelvic health education. I acknowledge my responsibility to act in an unbiased and transparent manner.
Non-Financial Interest Disclosure: I, Dawn Sandalcidi, hereby disclose my non-financial interests as of January 1, 2023. I am a member of International Children’s Continence Society (ICCS), The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), the Academy of Pelvic Health of the APTA, which advocates for pediatric pelvic health and the American Occupational Therapy Association. I have also participated in fundraising activities for the Academy of Pelvic Health of the APTA, which supports pelvic health for men women and children.
These non-financial interests may influence my perspectives or opinions on matters related to pediatric pelvic health education. In my courses I recommend students further their knowledge by referring to other sources including but not limited to Kelly Mahler OTD for Interoception, ICCS for membership and continuing education, Pediatric PT and OT Facebook groups, The Prometheus Group for surface EMG and Rehabilitative US, The Butterfly Network for Rehabilitative US, Current Medical Technologies for pelvic health supplies and Herman and Wallace for further education and products.
DSDPT Consulting is committed to maintaining objectivity and ensuring that its actions are in the best interest of prospective students who attend the courses.