Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute Male Pelvic Floor Function, Dysfunction & Treatment Friday, October 27- Sunday, October 29, 2017 Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Meijer Conference Center 350 Lafayette Ave. SE Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Course Description: Male Pelvic Floor Functions, Dysfunctions & Treatment introduces valuable concepts in male pelvic health including urinary function, chronic pelvic pain, and sexual health. For therapists who have taken Pelvic Floor Function, Dysfunction, and Treatment Level 2A, the Male Course expands on the male pelvic health topics introduced in the PF2A. This continuing education course is also created at an introductory level, covering such topics as internal pelvic muscle examination, so that the therapist who has not taken prior pelvic floor muscle coursework can attend. Urinary dysfunction such as post-prostatectomy incontinence, hypertrophy, urinary retention and post-micturition dribble are discussed in this class. Because urinary incontinence is a potential consequence following prostate surgery, risk factors, pre-surgical rehabilitation and post-surgical intervention strategies following prostatectomy are instructed. The medical aspect of prostate cancer testing are also clearly describe, including prostate specific antigen (PSA) testing, Gleason score, and the recent changes in recommended medical screening and interventions are referenced. Although most men diagnosed with prostatitis do not have a true infection, prostatitis is a common diagnosis within male chronic pelvic pain. The Male Course explains typical presentations of prostatitis-like pain, evaluation techniques and evidence-informed intervention techniques. Other male pelvic pain diagnosis are covered, such as Peyronie s Disease, testicular and scrotal pain, penile pain, and pelvic floor muscle-related conditions. Men who experience pelvic muscle dysfunction including pain or weakness are at risk for sexual dysfunction. Participants will be able to describe the relationships between pelvic muscle function and male sexual health, including the high-level evidence that demonstrates pelvic muscle rehabilitation s positive impact on erectile function. This continuing education course includes lecture and labs, including external and internal muscle mapping and neuro-myofascial treatment techniques. Special Considerations: As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all attendees should come prepared to participate as both the clinician and patient unless medically contraindicated (if unsure please check with your physician prior to attending the course). Internal rectal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. As this a male course, please be aware that the instructors encourage male attendees. Audience: This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapist, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of practice of the learner s license or regulations. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care. Prerequisites: This course is for therapist with experience in treating pelvic floor dysfunction. This course is also appropriate for the practitioner who has not had any training in pelvic floor dysfunction and who is interested in treating male patients.
Recommended Readings: Please check the website for further details. https://hermanwallace.com/continuing-education-courses/male-pelvic-floor-function-dysfunctionand-treatment/grand-rapids-mi-october-27-29-2017 Objectives: 1. Identify anatomy and physiology of the male urogenital systems with reference to male pelvic floor dysfunction. 2. List key medical diagnostic procedures for male urologic, sexual and pelvic pain conditions. 3. Perform external and internal (rectal) examinations of the pelvis to identify specific pelvic floor muscles, ligaments, nerves, and key bony landmarks. 4. Perform pelvic floor muscle assessment procedures to identify strength, tone, length and coordination. 5. Demonstrate psoas muscle examination and treatment, and describe its potential role in referral of symptoms into the pelvis. 6. Instruct male patients in an in home program and behavioral education for urologic, sexual, and pelvic pain conditions. 7. Design treatment plans for male chronic pelvic syndromes, erectile dysfunction and postprostatectomy dysfunctions. 8. Perform external and internal male pelvic floor myofascial treatment techniques. Instructor: Holly Tanner, PT, BCB-PMD, MA, OCS, WCS, LMP, CCI
Schedule: Continuing Education Credits/Units Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital will seek MPTA Credit for the course through the Michigan Physical Therapy Association for physical therapy education in Michigan. Registration Information Price: $695 (Early Registration Price of $695 ends one month before the first day of the course) Discounts are available. Please check the website below for details. Experience Level: Beginner-Intermediate Contact Hours: 22 Please follow the link below to register. (Registration is only available through this link) https://hermanwallace.com/component/dtregister/?controller=event&task=options&itemid= 99999&eventId=466 Questions: Bonita Pawloski 616-840-8292 or bonita.pawloski@maryfreebed.com OR Monica Rykse 616-840-8851 or monica.rykse@maryfreebed.com
Airport and Hotel Information The closet airport (about 20 minutes from the hospital) is the Gerald R. Ford International Airport located at 5500 44 th St. SE, Grand Rapid, MI 49512. www.flygrandrapids.org There are many lodging options in and around the Grand Rapids area including but not limited to: AMWAY GRAND PLAZA HOTEL - 0.9 mi from Mary Free Bed 187 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (616) 774-2000 HOLIDAY INN 310 Pearl St. NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 (616) 235-7611 Downtown Grand Rapids at 131 and Pearl Street, 1 mile northwest of Mary Free Bed DOWNTOWN COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT 11 Monroe NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (616) 242-6000 or (800) 321-2211 Downtown Grand Rapids at Fulton and Monroe, 1 mile west of Mary Free Bed HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON 161 Ottawa Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (616) 451-2300 HAMPTON INN & SUITES - DOWNTOWN 433 Dudley Pl. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (616) 456-2000 1 mile north of Mary Free Bed HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES 6569 Clay Avenue SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548 (616) 871-9700 South of downtown Grand Rapids at 131 and 68th Street, 9 miles south of Mary Free Bed SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT 450 Center Dr., Grand Rapids, MI 49544 (616) 785-1600 or (888) 287-9400 springhillsuites.marriott.com 5 miles north of downtown Grand Rapids at I- 96 and Alpine STAYBRIDGE SUITES BY HOLIDAY INN 3000 Lake Eastbrook Blvd. SE, Kentwood, MI 49512 (616) 464-3200 8 miles east of Mary Free Bed and downtown Grand Rapids, located at 29th Street and Lake Eastbrook Blvd. SLEEP INN & SUITES 4824 29th St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (616) 975-9000 8 miles east of Mary Free Bed and downtown Grand Rapids, located at 29th Street and East Paris