Revisiting What Works and Why in Pelvic Floor Muscle Exercise Prescribing. Workshop 21, ICS 2024 Preview

ICS Education Committee member Shannon Wallace interviews health experts about their upcoming workshop at ICS 2024 in Madrid. The workshop, "Revisiting What Works and Why in Pelvic Floor Muscle Exercise Prescribing - a Biopsychosocial Integration of Science to Help Achieve Better Behavioural and Health Outcomes" features insights from Professor Sarah Dean, physiotherapists Helena Frawley, Jean Hay-Smith, Malgorzata Starzec-Proserpio, and researcher Victoria Salmon. They discuss the need for clear guidance on pelvic floor muscle training, integrating behavioral science and physical therapy to enhance patient outcomes. The session aims to address misconceptions, offer practical strategies for clinicians, and promote accessible exercise programs for women, especially in non-clinical and remote settings. Attendees will gain comprehensive, evidence-based knowledge to improve support for pelvic floor health.

Find out more at https://www.ics.org/2024/session/7752

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