The Postpartum Stage of Pregnancy: Osteopathic Assessment & Treatment
6 hour short course that you can start anytime
This is a Level II course accredited for:
3 theory hours + 3 hands-on practice hours = 6 CEU/CPD HOURS
This short course addresses the fatigue caused by hormonal surges, lymphatic and structural changes that take place within a women who is in her Post Partum stage of pregnancy. As a result, prior training in Cranial Osteopathy is required for this particular course.
Why learn how to assess and treat a pregnant woman in her final weeks of Pregnancy using an osteopathic approach?
A complete Post Partum Treatment Protocol is provided to through a training video as well as a document download to use in your clinic. Individual videos of each technique are also provided that you can watch as many times as you need while you practice your skills.
You will have access to the Workbook portion for the Final Month of Pregnancy upon enrollment:
How the course works:
This short online course is self paced. You can enroll and start learning immediately. It is a practical resource if you have a pregnant client who is in her 1st trimester and you want to gain the knowledge that you need quickly in order to support her now. To earn 6 hours of CEUs, you simply must complete the hands-on homework assignment and submit it to us for review by your Instructor who will award your Certificate of Completion. If you have a CEU deadline, just mention it in your email and we will prioritize its review.
Your Homework Assignment:
Homework Practice Sheets, Assessment Forms, and a Step-by-Step Treatment Protocol for you to practice at your clinic or home are provided to you to download and keep.
Practicing your Homework:
Ideally you should practice the protocol on a woman who has given birth within the last few weeks, up to 3 -6 months.
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Edmonton, Alberta
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Download Workbook Portion Here
Intro & Case Study - Post Partum Stage of Pregnancy
Overview : Post Partum Stage of Pregnancy - Delivery to 6 weeks
Symptoms within the Post Partum patient
Congestion of the Upper Quadrant / Breast Engorgement
Causes of Pelvic Visceral Dysfunction & Ongoing Congestion
Pelvic Laxity
Increased Lumbar Lordosis and Anteverted Cervix / Uterus / Bladder
Sacrum Dysfunction Following Delivery
Post Partum Pelvic Congestion Symptoms
Post Partum Osteopathic Treatment Goals
Step 1 - Post Partum Osteopathic treatment Protocol
Step 2 - Post Partum Osteopathic treatment Protocol
STEP 3A - Post Partum Osteopathic treatment Protocol
STEP 3B - Post Partum Osteopathic treatment Protocol
STEP 4 - Post Partum Osteopathic treatment Protocol
STEP 5 - Treat any sacrum dysfunction and residual increased lumbar lordosis
Intro
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Full Treatment Protocol
HOMEWORK & DOWNLOAD
Conclusion and Farewell
Maureen Hannah Maher