This intermediate-level course is designed for therapists with basic understanding of oncology rehabilitation. It is suitable for both pelvic floor specialists and non-pelvic floor therapists, as well as CLT's and CLWT's. The course provides a concise overview of cancer as a chronic condition, including its staging, grading, treatment methods, and associated side effects. It delves into the impact of pelvic region cancers on pelvic floor dysfunction, covering both local and systemic treatment approaches. The course emphasizes the role of rehabilitation in addressing the side effects of medical treatments, such as lymphedema risks, cancer-related fatigue, chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, musculoskeletal issues, pain, sleep disturbances, and specific side effects related to pelvic floor dysfunction. These topics are explored within the context of a multidisciplinary team approach.
Welcome to Oncology Rehab: Cancers Impacting Pelvic Floor Function (Printable Materials)
Chapter 1: Comprehensive Insight: Cancer as a Chronic Condition
Chapter 2: Impaired Pelvic Floor Function in General Population
Chapter 3: Concise Review of Medical Treatments in General Oncology
Chapter 4: Comprehensive Insight Cancer and Treatment Side Effects
Quiz: Chapters 1, 2, 3 & 4
Chapter 5: Lesson 1 - Gynecological Cancers
Chapter 5: Lesson 2 - Genitourinary
Chapter 5: Lesson 3- Gastrointestinal: Esophageal, Colorectal and Anal
Chapter 5: Lesson 4 - Lung
Chapter 5: Lesson 5 - Breast
Quiz: Chapter 5
Chapter 6: Pelvic Region Cancer and Lymphedema
The participant will identify at least 3 general oncology side effects from cancer or the medical treatment in rehabilitating an oncology patient with cancer of the pelvic region.
The participant will identify 3 side effects of cancer treatments that affect pelvic floor function.
The participant will identify 3 red-flag symptoms of possible bone metastases in a client with advanced cancer of the pelvic region.
The participant will identify screening and symptoms of oncology-related distress and appropriate cross-referrals to multidisciplinary team members.
The participant will identify typical medical treatments for cervical cancer versus ovarian cancer.
The participant will identify the difference between PSA and Gleason scores with prostate cancer in a case scenario.
This intermediate-level course is tailored for clinicians who possess some basic understanding of oncology and the pelvic floor. It is also suitable for pelvic floor specialists interested in learning about cancers in the pelvic region. If you lack general oncology or pelvic floor knowledge, we advise you to consider enrolling in the prerequisite courses, "Oncology Rehab 101" and "Pelvic Floor Basics: For Yourself and Your Clients" before proceeding with this intermediate level course.
The course content is delivered through a combination of self-paced learning modules, and quizzes.
To earn a certificate of completion you must complete the self-paced curriculum, achieve 80% or better on all quizzes, and complete the course evaluation. After all requirements are met you may download your certificate.
Continuing Education requirements are complicated and often change. Please check our CEU section for specifics. If you do not see your state listed, please either check with your individual state for reciprocity or contact us directly: [email protected]
Physical Therapists and PTA's
This course has been approved by the Maryland and Texas State Boards of Physical Therapy Examiners for 3.0 contact hours
Physical Therapy:
Texas approval #77775TX - Expires: 08/26/2025
The course content and objectives meet criteria approval within the following states and/or the approving agency/board indicates it will accept continuing education courses approved by another state APTA chapter or regulatory board: Alaska, Arizona, Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, Nebraska, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming and Washington.
Occupational Therapists and OTA's
This continuing education program has been approved by the Maryland Board of O.T. Practice for 3.0 contact hours.
Approval #2023:0097
Expires: 06/30/2024
Our current policies and standards meet criteria for approval within the individual state and/or grants reciprocity with the following states:
Arkansas, Alabama, Arizona, California , Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
Individual state boards and/or organizations may change their practice act/rules and regulations at any time. It is ultimately the responsibility of the licensee to confirm that the course meets criteria for contact hour approval.
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