In this class, we’ll explore what’s happening hormonally at perimenopause, with a specific focus on pelvic health, covering bladder, bowel & sexual dysfunction. There is a good and growing evidence base to support the role of pelvic rehab for a whole person approach to GSM, whether or not a person is using hormonal therapy - so we can’t let our services be too well kept of a secret! This class will review current evidence and translate it into clinical application - a perimenopausal pelvic rehab approach is often the missing link in helping women live well at menopause & beyond.

Upon completion of this presentation, attendees will:

• 1. Have an understanding of the hormonal changes of perimenopause 
• 2. Gain an insight into how pelvic health is affected by these changes
• 3. Be confident in discussing GSM with the patients we serve and the healthcare colleagues we collaborate with
• 4. Appreciate the evidence that supports a multi modal pelvic rehab approach to bladder, bowel, sexual and relevant musculoskeletal issues of menopause
• 5. Have the evidence base and clinical reasoning to create & deliver a biopsychosocial pelvic rehab services to menopausal women, whether their menopause is natural, surgical or medically induced

About Michelle Lyons, PT, MISCP

Michelle Lyons has over 30 years experience working in women’s health physiotherapy, with an international reputation for educating, presenting & mentoring. She has presented globally at multiple conferences & symposia, and is passionate about delivering evidence based information to advance knowledge & practice in women’s healthcare.