Pelvic Floor Anatomy, Dysfunction and Treatment
Pelvic Floor Anatomy, Dysfunction and Treatment
Pelvic Floor Anatomy, Dysfunction & Treatment
5 Hours CE/CPD | On-Demand Webinar Course with Dr. Cory McMillen
Develop a clear, practical, and clinically relevant understanding of pelvic floor anatomy, dysfunction, assessment, and evidence-informed treatment strategies for active populations.
This completed three-part webinar series is now available as an on-demand course with lifetime access. Led by Dr. Cory McMillen, DAT, LAT, ATC, PN1, SMT, it combines treatment-room demonstrations, case-driven insights, and step-by-step techniques that rehabilitation professionals can apply within their scope of practice.
Course Overview
The pelvic floor contributes to breathing, pressure management, posture, gait, trunk control, and athletic performance. This course connects anatomy and common dysfunction patterns with practical assessment and treatment considerations.
Across the recorded sessions, Dr. McMillen demonstrates positional and movement assessment, 360-degree breathing, external soft-tissue techniques, manual therapy applications, and corrective exercise strategies involving the glutes, core, and hips.
What You Will Learn
| Topic | Professional Focus |
|---|---|
| Anatomy and Function | Understand pelvic floor structure, muscular relationships, and functional roles in movement and performance. |
| Dysfunction Patterns | Recognize common signs, clinical patterns, and considerations affecting active clients. |
| Assessment | Explore gait, posture, breathing, and standing, supine, and prone assessment strategies. |
| Manual Techniques | Review external soft-tissue and manual therapy approaches involving the TMJ, diaphragm, and pelvic floor. |
| Corrective Exercise | Integrate breathing and exercises targeting the glutes, core, hips, and pressure-management system. |
Course Content
| Session | Focus |
|---|---|
| Session 1: Anatomy and Dysfunction Foundations | Pelvic floor structure, function, common dysfunctions, signs, patterns, and foundational assessment. |
| Session 2: Assessment and Treatment Techniques | Posture, gait, positional assessment, breathing, soft-tissue methods, manual therapy, and corrective exercise. |
| Session 3: Clinical Discussion and Q&A | Recorded practitioner questions, challenging cases, and clarification of assessment and treatment concepts. |
Who This Course Is For
This course is suitable for massage therapists, manual therapists, physical therapists, athletic trainers, chiropractors, Pilates and movement professionals, and rehabilitation practitioners seeking a deeper understanding of pelvic floor function in active populations.
About the Instructor
Dr. Cory McMillen, DAT, LAT, ATC, PN1, SMT, is an experienced athletic trainer at the University of Pennsylvania with extensive Division I clinical experience. Her teaching brings a practical, movement-focused perspective to pelvic floor rehabilitation and athletic care.
Included With This Course
| Included | Details |
|---|---|
| Recorded Sessions | Lifetime access to all three recorded webinar sessions and practical demonstrations. |
| Course Workbook | Downloadable workbook, course notes, and supporting resources. |
| Companion Course | Online companion course designed to reinforce and deepen learning. |
| Online Exam | Online assessment required for continuing education credit. |
| Downloadable Certificate | Downloadable 5 Hours CE/CPD certificate following successful completion. |
| Lifetime Access | Revisit all recordings and course materials whenever required. |