Shanna Dyer PT, DPT, BCB-PMD, PRPC discusses her course Chiropractic and Pregnancy 217

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This 2-hour audiovisual course is presented by Shanna Dyer PT, DPT, BCB-PMD, PRPC

Hour 1

Summarize the three stages of pregnancy.
Recognize common pregnancy abbreviations.
List the benefits of exercise during pregnancy.
Explain how the hormones, relaxin and hCG, can impact physical activity.
Design a subjective and history taking examination for a pregnant patient.
Complete a physical examination on a pregnant patient including common complaints such as pelvic girdle pain and low back pain.
Assess patient positions to ensure comfort and safety during physical assessments and/or rehabilitation.
Recognize when to refer a pregnant patient to another specialty for evaluation and treatment.
Identify pelvic health dysfunction and determine appropriate referral.

Hour 2

Differentiate between low back pain and pelvic girdle pain.
Address low back pain, pelvic girdle pain and pelvic floor dysfunction in a pregnant patient.
Discuss appropriate supportive devices for back pain, pelvic girdle pain and lower extremity edema.
Recognize alternative non-analgesic methods of pain relief through massage, acupuncture, and chiropractic care.
Assess sleep positions to reduce hip and back discomfort.
Identify red flags while treating a pregnant patient.
List contraindicated treatment modalities for the pregnant patient.