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Women's health

Course Description: This course offers an in-depth study of physical therapy for women's health across the lifespan, as well as fundamental aspects of pelvic health for women and men. It covers pelvic anatomy and physiological changes associated with pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, with a focus on supporting delivery and rehabilitating pelvic floor muscles. It also addresses the management of common gynecological conditions, osteoporosis, menopause, and rehabilitation after breast cancer. Furthermore, it reviews pelvic health in men, including conditions related to the prostate, pelvic floor dysfunction, and rehabilitation after prostatectomy, emphasizing evidence-based practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.

Credit hours: 3

Objectives of the course :

Understanding the anatomical and physiological foundations of women's health and men's pelvic health and their relationship to physical therapy.
Analysis of Physiological and Biomechanical Changes During Pregnancy and Postpartum.
Developing skills in assessing and managing gynecological and pelvic disorders in men.
Application of evidence-based therapeutic interventions for the treatment of pelvic floor disorders, urinary incontinence, and chronic pain in both sexes.
Understanding the Role of Physiotherapy in Rehabilitation After Breast Cancer, Menopause, and Prostatectomy.
Empowering multidisciplinary healthcare teams to improve pelvic health outcomes.

Course outputs :

• Understanding the anatomy of the female reproductive system, male pelvic floor, and the physiological changes associated with pregnancy, menopause, and andropause.
• Recognize the clinical manifestations and therapeutic intervention methods for gynecological conditions and pelvic disorders in men, such as benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostatitis.
• Application of clinical reasoning in the assessment of pelvic health conditions in women and men according to the International Classification of Functioning (ICF) model.
• Prepare evidence-based physical therapy programs for various pelvic floor disorders such as urinary incontinence and pelvic pain.
• Utilize effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills with patients of both genders to improve therapeutic outcomes.
• Demonstrate appropriate professional and ethical behavior while working within a multidisciplinary team in the pelvic health field.
Commitment to ethical standards, professional confidentiality, and respect for patient privacy.

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Last updated: 2026-06-29