Basics of Pediatric Pelvic Floor Treatment
Presented by Dr. Carina Siracusa
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In this course, the participant will learn the basics of pelvic floor muscle development and bowel and bladder physiology that may impact children. The role of posture in pelvic floor function will be discussed to help the practitioner gain a deeper understanding of why children have incontinence and bowel and bladder dysfunction. Gross motor milestones and their effects on pelvic floor development will be explored to help therapists create a multifaceted treatment program for the typically developing child with bowel and bladder dysfunction. Toilet training to help prevent bowel and bladder dysfunction for the typically developing child will be discussed in depth. Finally, common issues such as pediatric incontinence and constipation will be explored to allow the practitioner to understand the differences between treating pelvic floor dysfunction in children versus in adults. At the end of the course, the learner should have a solid foundational knowledge of the issues that may affect the pediatric client with bowel and bladder dysfunction.
This course is appropriate for PTs, OTs, and nurses treating children in an acute or outpatient environment.
Meet your instructor
Dr. Carina Siracusa
Dr. Carina Siracusa has been a practicing physical therapist since she graduated from Ohio University with her doctorate in physical therapy in 2005. She has practiced in the areas of pediatric, neurologic, oncologic, and pelvic floor physical therapy in her tenure as a physical therapist. She currently works in the…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Muscle Development
This chapter covers the development of the diaphragm and pelvic floor muscles in the infant and toddler. This information will be crucial for understanding the relationship between the musculoskeletal system and pediatric bowel and bladder dysfunction.
2. Toilet Training
This chapter covers toilet training of the typically developing child and the common practices in the United States related to toilet training. The learner will develop practical advice to give to parents for developmentally appropriate toilet training.
3. Common Bowel and Bladder Disorders
This chapter discusses the common bowel and bladder disorders suffered by typically developing children. Incontinence and constipation will be discussed in depth to give the therapist a better understanding of these two diagnoses.
