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C-section recovery is more than the scar. This course takes a systems-based approach to understanding how ribcage position, trunk mechanics, and pelvic imbalance drive compensation patterns after C-section. Clinicians will learn how to assess and treat from above, restore midline connection, and integrate active scar mobilization with functional movement to rebuild true, efficient core function.

Participants of this class will be able to:

• Identify how ribcage position and thoracic mechanics contribute to suboptimal fetal positioning, increased C-section likelihood, and chronic scar tension in the postoperative period.
• Assess pelvic asymmetry and apply targeted interventions to restore symmetrical load transfer through the trunk, reducing compensatory patterns that perpetuate midline dysfunction after C-section.
• Evaluate diaphragmatic function post-C-section and implement a systematic reset of breathing mechanics to re-establish intra-abdominal pressure management and support pelvic floor coordination.
• Perform evidence-informed scar mobilization techniques and integrate active scar work with progressive abdominal recruitment strategies to restore functional core engagement and midline integrity.

About your instructor:

Krystle has been working as a physical therapist for over 13 years and has treated hundreds of pregnant and postpartum patients at her clinic, Empower Movement. Everything she has learned in those years has been poured into creating Expecting and Empowered - a resource that she now recommends to ALL of her pregnant and postpartum clients. As she loves to say, “motion is lotion”- movement during these physically demanding years sets you up for a smoother journey. Expecting and Empowered allows her to continue growing her passion for helping women to have a smooth pregnancy and a safe recovery. She marries her PT experience with her personal experience of being a 3x C-section mom to empower women across the globe to live stronger, healthier lives.

*This course contains the necessary material to file for continuing education credit in your state.

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