Advanced Osteopathic International Pelvic Floor Certification: Assessment, Breathing & Advanced Manual Therapy (Demonstration Techniques)
Course Overview
Advanced Osteopathic International Pelvic Floor Certification
Assessment, Breathing & Advanced Manual Therapy (Demonstration Techniques)
• Comprehensive understanding of functional pelvic floor anatomy and its osteopathic relevance
• Integrated assessment of the pelvic floor, diaphragm, rib cage, spine, and lower extremities
• Evidence-based pelvic floor screening and identification of red flags
• Breathing mechanics and their influence on pelvic floor function and pressure regulation
• Assessment of intra-abdominal pressure and core canister synergy
• Application of osteopathic principles in pelvic floor dysfunction
• Advanced manual therapy techniques for pelvic floor rehabilitation
• Fascial connections of the pelvis and their role in pain and dysfunction
• Demonstration-based learning for safe and effective clinical application
• Pelvic floor assessment in relation to posture, gait, and movement patterns
• Clinical reasoning for pelvic pain, incontinence, prolapse, and pelvic dysfunction
• Functional pelvic floor management across different life stages
• Integration of manual therapy with breathing retraining strategies
• Practical protocols for clinical assessment and treatment planning
• Emphasis on hands-on demonstration techniques for real-world practice
• Holistic osteopathic approach to women’s health rehabilitation
• International standards aligned with contemporary pelvic health practice
Chapters & Learning Objectives
CHAPTER 1: Introduction, Disclaimers, and Learning Objectives
: 00:04:14 Hour
CHAPTER 2: Functional Pelvic Anatomy_ Bony Ring, Key Joints, and Osteopathic Principles
: 00:04:42 Hour
CHAPTER 3: The Pelvic Floor Reflex and Chronic Contractibility (Trauma–Stress Connection)
: 00:02:40 Hour
CHAPTER 4: Fascia: Force Transfer, Fascial Connections, and Clinical Relevance (Scars & Adhesions)
: 00:05:19 Hour
CHAPTER 5: Biomechanics Across Life Stages: Pregnancy and Menopause-Related Changes
: 00:04:26 Hour
CHAPTER 6: Clinical Integration: The Foot–Pelvis Link and the Jaw–Pelvis Link
: 00:05:41 Hour
CHAPTER 7:Postural Changes in Pregnancy and Load Distribution Assessment
: 00:02:39 Hour
CHAPTER 8: Core Canister Synergy: Pelvic Floor and Diaphragm Co-Function
: 00:08:20 Hour
CHAPTER 9: Breathing Assessment and Exercise: Inhalation, Lengthening, and Core Activation
: 00:02:47 Hour
CHAPTER 10: Stability, Chronic Low Back Pain, Visceral Tethers, and Red Flags for Referral
: 00:06:08 Hour
CHAPTER 11: External Pelvic Floor Assessment: Surface Landmarks and Observation Cues
: 00:09:20 Hour
CHAPTER 12: Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Patterns: Paradoxical Activation and Breath Restoration
: 00:05:13 Hour
Chapter 13: Trauma-Informed Care: Prevalence, Core Principles, and Clinical Communication
: 00:15:40 Hour
CHAPTER 14: Practical Clinical Strategies: Toileting, Hip Mobility, and Relaxation Techniques
: 00:09:06 Hour
CHAPTER 15 __Live Q&A and Instruction of Pelvic Floor Lengthening Techniques
: 00:37:45 Hour
CHAPTER 16 Standing Postural Assessment Pelvic Girdle Iliac Crest Feet and Gait
: 00:01:30 Hour
CHAPTER 17 Standing Breath Assessment - First Rib, Mid Ribs and Diaphragmatic Belly Breathing
: 00:04:11 Hour
CHAPTER 18 Squat Assessment Observational and Palpatory Analysis
: 00:02:21 Hour
CHAPTER 19 Supine Respiration Assessment Lower Rib and Diaphragmatic Expansion
: 00:02:10 Hour
CHAPTER 20 Supine First Rib and Upper Chest Breath Assessment with Gravitational Influence
: 00:02:42 Hour
CHAPTER 21 Passive Rib Mobility Assessment and Diaphragmatic Fascial Tension Release Shimmy Technique
: 00:02:28 Hour
CHAPTER 22: Lumbar and Pelvic Harmonic Technique Assessment and Treatment
: 00:02:22 Hour
CHAPTER 23 Hip Harmonic Technique and Hip Range of Motion Assessment
: 00:01:28 Hour
CHAPTER 24 Abdominal Fascial Treatment Skin Rolling Technique
: 00:02:21 Hour
CHAPTER 25 Abdominal Assessment Scars Fascial Restrictions Visceral Motility and Tenderness
: 00:02:57 Hour
CHAPTER 26 Abdominal Visceral Treatment Walking the Poop Technique for Constipation
: 00:01:38 Hour
CHAPTER 27 Diaphragm Myofascial Release MFR Legs Straight versus Legs Elevated
: 00:04:21 Hour
CHAPTER 28 External Pelvic Floor Assessment Cough Test Bear Down and Voluntary Contraction
: 00:07:27 Hour
CHAPTER 29 External Pelvic Floor Treatment Myofascial Release with Hip Articulation and Breath Control
: 00:03:49 Hour
