Course Description
This two-day workshop focuses on the
evaluation and treatment of Pudendal Neuralgia
(PN). The lectures focus upon understanding the
diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of
PN. The lab sessions focus upon the
participants learning the manual evaluation
and treatment techniques for PN.
Course Objectives
Upon completion, the participants should be
able to:
1. Understand the definitions of pudendal
neuralgia, pudendal neuropathy, and pudendal
nerve entrapment.
About the Instructors
Overview
Stephanie A. Prendergast, MPT received her
Master of Physical Therapy from the Medical College
of Pennsylvania and Hahnemann University. She
began focusing on pelvic pain in 2002 when she
worked for Jerome M. Weiss, MD. Together they
developed an interest in pudendal neuralgia and
spent 5 years treating hundreds of patients and
conducting research. Her dedication to the field
resulted in seats on the Board of Directors for the
International Pelvic Pain Society and the Society for
Pudendal Neuralgia. In 2006 Stephanie opened a
private physical therapy practice, the Pelvic Health
and Rehabilitation Center, with colleague, Elizabeth
Rummer, in San Francisco. Currently, she lectures
and teaches nationally and internationally.
PN is a complex debilitating condition
often misdiagnosed by medical
professionals. Common symptoms
include pelvic pain and urinary,
bowel, and sexual dysfunction.
Despite the complexity of this
disorder, PN can be successfully
managed through a multidisciplinary
approach. Successful teams include
physicians, physical therapists, and
mental health specialists.
2. Understand the functional anatomy and
physiology of the pudendal nerve and its
interaction with the pelvic floor.
3. Become familiar with the medical diagnostic
tools, conservative interventions, and surgical
decompression procedures for pudendal
neuralgia.
4. Understand the components of a physical
therapy evaluation for a patient with pelvic pain.
5. Understand the complexities and challenges
in differentially diagnosing a patient with pelvic
pain.
6. Recognize the importance of a multidisciplinary treatment program.
7. Understand physical therapy treatment
techniques.
8. Demonstrate manual therapy techniques.
Elizabeth Rummer, MSPT received her
Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the
University of Miami Medical School. Early on,
Elizabeth specialized in orthopedic dysfunctions and
chronic pain. Elizabeth began solely focusing on
pelvic pain and dysfunction when she began working
for Jerome M. Weiss, MD where she developed a
special interest in pudendal neuralgia. Here,
Elizabeth participated in clinical research, national
lectures, and physical therapist training. She
currently lectures and teaches nationally and
internationally.
Prerequisites
Basic to intermediate pelvic floor
experience strongly recommended.
General Information
Cost: $650
Course Credits: PTAG Approval
Pending
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Email: info@onetherapy.com or
admin@onetherapy.com
Location
One on One Physical Therapy
3300 Northeast Expressway NE
Building 8, Suite C
Atlanta, GA 30341
Course Registration Form
Dress
Payment:
Check, MasterCard, Visa, American Express
accepted.
Make checks payable to One on One Physical
Therapy
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For the practicum sessions, please bring two
twin sheets and a pillow. Men should bring
shorts or bathing suits; women, shorts and
halter tops. Attendees will practice on each
other and therefore should come prepared to
be both clinician and patient for internal and
external sessions.
De-mystifying Pudendal
Neuralgia
as a Source Of Pelvic
Pain:
A Physical Therapist’s
Approach
Exp. Date: ____________________________
Mail Payment and Registration to or Call:
One on One Physical Therapy
3300 Northeast Expressway NE
Building 8, Suite C
Atlanta, GA 30341
770.500.3848
Name ________________________________
Participants must be prepared to expose the
body region of study during practice to
enhance the overall learning experience.
Identification and treatment of connective
tissue restrictions and myofascial trigger points
require short fingernails.
Instructed by:
Elizabeth Rummer, MSPT
Stephanie Prendergast, MPT
Additional Information
Address: ______________________________
You will receive a confirmation letter that will
include information about the local area and
course details.
City: _________________________________
Registration Deadline is January 15, 2009
State: _________ Zip: __________________
Questions? Please call 770.500.3848 or
email: admin@onetherapy.com
February 7 – 8, 2009
Atlanta, Georgia
Phone: _______________________________
Cancellation Policy
Email: ________________________________
Circle One:
If cancellation is more than two weeks before
the course, 70% will be refunded
MD PT PTA OT RN
Other: ________________
If cancellation is less than two weeks before
the course, there will be no refund
*Confirmation will be mailed or emailed
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