Physical Therapy for Genitourinary Health

Catalog description

This course introduces students to male/female genitourinary function and disease as it applies to the physical therapist. Emphasis is on evidence-based examination, intervention and outcome measures related to pelvic and genitourinary health. Students explore a variety of conditions, including urinary incontinence, pre- and post-partum and pregnancy care, pelvic floor anatomy, function and role of PT, common cancers including breast and prostate cancer, organ prolapse, dyspareunia, bowel dysfunction as it relates to the pelvic floor, and menopause.