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Colorectal-
Manual Assessment
&
Treatment Techniques
(Cr-MATT)

Whole Person, Mind-Body Certification Course

Online self paced

You must register for the online course first, prior to registering for the lab training. If you have registered for Cr-MATT in the past, please reach out to info@essentialpelvichealth.com prior to registering for the lab to assure space is available. You do not need to have completed the online content prior to registering for the lab. However, you will be expected to complete the online course prior to attending the June 14 training day.

Live Lab June 14, 2024 Chatham New York

You must register for the online course first, prior to registering for the lab training. If you have registered for Cr-MATT in the past, please reach out to info@essentialpelvichealth.com prior to registering for the lab to assure space is available. You do not need to have completed the online content prior to registering for the lab. However, you will be expected to complete the online course prior to attending the June 14 training day.

INSTRUCTED BY
Laura Rowan,OT/L

Occupational Therapist
Pelvic Rehab Specialist

How This Course Can Be Taken

This course is an on-line self paced course (pre-recorded lecture, live Q&As, and case studies) with a live lab training day add-on option.

Who Can Take This Course

Clinicians (OT/PT’s) who have taken an intro PF course looking to expand their clinical skills to address pelvic health issues intrarectally and add external techniques to address bowel, bladder, sexual, and pain symptoms.

Agenda

  • Overview of intake and interview process and client communication.
  • Anatomy of pelvic floor muscles, rectum, and GI system.
  • Signs and symptoms to indicate colorectal considerations.
  • Assessment and treatment interventions including intrarectal, GI fascial mobilization, breathing and posture strategies, and behavior modifications.
  • Documentation & analysis of findings, and development of appropriate treatment protocols as it relates to occupation.
  • Development of therapeutic home programs to restore functional independence and QOL.

Remote Site HOST Discounts And FREE Scholarship Opportunities

20% discount for hosting 3 or more participants (not including yourself). Hosting 7 or more participants will earn a free scholarship. TA’s who have taken PRMATT please inquire for compensation.

Please contact me if you are interested in hosting a small remote group. The host will receive a 20% discount for hosting 2-3 participants (in addition to host). A free scholarship will be granted for hosting 4 or more participants. I will also assist in filling host site locations that participants can safely travel within individual state COVID-19 travel advisories.

Special Considerations

This course is geared towards Occupational Therapists, though all clinicians and wellness professionals are welcome. Please inquire about special accommodations if unable to participate in online content with video, audio, and attached PDF’s.

Preview of the material incuded

  • GI Motility
  • Course Manual & Lab Checklists
  • Introduction & Learning Objectives
  • Intake & Interview
  • Outcome Measures, Diaries, & Advanced Testing
  • Client Communication
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Perianal & Perineal Assessment
  • Lubrication & Entering the Anal Canal
  • Intrarectal Position Options
  • Intrarectal Assessment
  • Intrarectal Treatment Techniques
  • Downtraining for Defecation
  • Posterior Chain Assessment (exterior)
  • Fascial Mobilization of the GI System
  • How to Assess Prior to Intrarectal
  • Intrarectal Self Massage HEP
  • Bowel Health Exercices
  • Case Studies

Cancellation Policies

Online refund of 50% after 14 days and less than 10% of the content has been reviewed.

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Essential Pelvic Health is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 0000000462. This live course is offered at 1.6 CEUs Beginner- Intermediate Level, OT Service Delivery and Foundational Knowledge.

Catch a glimpse of what the course looks like!