PELVIC PAIN
Evidence-Based Assessment and Management of Pelvic Pain
Pelvic health conditions affect millions of people worldwide, yet many remain undetected because patients are never asked about them.
Did you know?
- Up to 1 in 3 women experience urinary incontinence.
- Pelvic floor dysfunction affects people of all ages and genders.
- Many men experience pelvic floor dysfunction following prostate surgery.
- Most patients will not discuss pelvic health concerns unless specifically asked
As health professionals, we have an opportunity to identify these issues earlier, provide appropriate support, and improve patient outcomes.
The INTEGRATION Course is an evidence-informed introduction to pelvic health designed for physiotherapists, osteopaths, nurses, midwives, GPs, exercise professionals, and other clinicians who want to confidently incorporate pelvic health into their everyday practice.
In just a short time, you'll gain practical knowledge, clinical insights, and ready-to-use tools that can be applied immediately with the patients you already see.
What you'll learn
- Foundations of pelvic health anatomy and function.
- Recognition of common pelvic floor dysfunctions in women, men, and gender-diverse individuals.
- Simple screening questions that you can immediately integrate into patient assessments.
- Current best-practice recommendations for:
- Pregnancy and postnatal recovery.
- Diastasis Rectus Abdominis (DRAM).
- Pelvic girdle pain.
- Pelvic floor muscle training.
- The relationship between sport and pelvic floor dysfunction.
- Hormonal influences on pelvic health.
- Key aspects of male pelvic health, including recovery following prostate surgery.
- Practical strategies for integrating pelvic health into musculoskeletal and general clinical practice.
Course Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Confidently discuss pelvic health with patients.
- Identify symptoms that might otherwise be missed..
- Incorporate effective pelvic health screening into your assessments.
- Recognise when treatment modifications or referral pathways are required.
- Deliver more holistic, patient-centred care.
- Apply practical pelvic health knowledge immediately in clinical practice.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is suitable for health professionals who work with patients including:
This course is suitable for health professionals who work with patients including:
- Physiotherapists
- Osteopaths
- General Practitioners
- Gynaecologists
- Nurses
- Exercise Physiologists
- Personal Trainers
- Pelvic Health Clinicians
- Other registered health professionals
No prior training in pelvic health, women's health, men's health, or pelvic floor assessment is required.
Learn From an Expert
Dr Melissa Davidson is New Zealand's only Specialist Physiotherapist in Pelvic Health and has more than 35 years of clinical experience.
Known for her engaging teaching style and evidence-based approach, Melissa makes complex pelvic health concepts easy to understand and immediately applicable in practice.
Read more in About Us
What Participants Say
"I work with a lot of active sporty post-natal clients who are keen to get back into sport and this course gave me lots of useful info and assessments to help me screen these clients and safely help them to return to what they want to do. Melissa is extremely knowledgeable and a humorous, approachable teacher!" - Anesa, Physiotherapist and Pilates Instructor
"The online course allowed for flexibility and is comprehensive as an introduction to pelvic health. I am excited to attend the internals course to be able continue learning" - Leanne, Physiotherapist
"Integration, what a great day to learn the basics of integrating pelvic health into daily practice. The course was comprehensive but not overwhelming. I have walked away with a new passion which I can't wait to further pursue with Melissa's future courses. If you are on the fence I highly recommend integration" - Haley, Osteopath
"The course was a great introduction into pelvic health. It was easy to follow and provided great references and sources to further explore" - Sam, Physiotherapist
"Recommend to all midwives wanting to learn more about the pelvic floor, diastasis, pelvic girdle pain and more. Lots of useful tips and tricks. We can do so much better in pelvic health advice. Thanks so much Melissa" - Sophie, Midwife
"I thoroughly enjoyed Dr. Melissa's pelvic health course and found it to be incredibly valuable. The course struck the perfect balance between comprehensive foundational knowledge and practical application, making it ideal for beginners. I particularly appreciated the practical insights and realistic scenarios, which have significantly boosted my confidence in applying this knowledge in clinical settings. This course has been an exceptional learning experience, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to deepen their expertise in pelvic health" - Ayesha, Physiotherapist
"Melissa's course was amazing! Was so great to get a good understanding of all things pelvic floor and I will definitely be able to implement my learnings back in the clinic this week!!" - Georgia, Physiotherapist
"This was a wonderful course for any health professional wanting to expand their knowledge on the pelvic floor to manage prolapse, stress urinary incontinence, post gynae surgery, prostatectomy, pregnancy or post birth. It is an essential knowledge base to have for any health or fitness professional" - Lynda, Nurse
"Melissa's integration course is for everyone! Regardless if you are interested in pelvic health or not. It can help ALL physiotherapists ensure you are not missing vital link in some basic MSK injuries, be confident in working with pelvic injuries and dysfunction, increase your knowledge of how you can help certain conditions, and have a better understanding of when to refer" - Itabera, Physiotherapist
"A must for all physio's and in fact for all health professionals and people involved in the fitness industry. Melissa's fantastic sense of humour will have you laughing all the way !" - Victoria, Physiotherapist and Midwife
Important Note
The INTEGRATION Course provides foundational pelvic health education for general clinical practice.
It does not qualify participants to perform internal pelvic health examinations or practise as specialist pelvic health professionals. Clinicians wishing to progress into specialised pelvic health practice should continue through our Proficity and Excellence training pathways.