Integrative Techniques for Pelvic Floor & Core Function: Weaving Yoga, Tai Chi, Qigong, Feldenkrais
The pelvic floor is comprised of muscles that are often elusive and seem beyond our conscious control. Yet, the perineum and the pelvic girdle are an integral driving force behind most human function. By bringing awareness, strength and suppleness to these muscles, people can address incontinence, alleviate or lessen pain (especially in the pelvis, hips, knees and back), breathe more efficiently, increase sexual fulfillment, assist childbirth and facilitate many functional activities like lifting heavy objects, rising from chairs and walking up stairs. Course participants will learn low-tech, non-invasive techniques that draw from Yoga, Tai Chi, Qigong, Feldenkrais and conventional rehab therapies, to guide people (clients, patients, students) toward improved health and function.
Presented by:
Bill Gallagher PT, CMT, CYT
• Director of the East West Rehabilitation Institute • Master clinician in Integrative Rehabilitation, Mount Sinai Medical Center • Instructor in Clinical Physical therapy, Columbia University
Bill Gallagher has developed a uniquely integrative approach to optimize pelvic health. By integrating the Physical Therapy traditions of the East with therapies of the West Mr. Gallagher helps his clients maximize function and minimize pain. Bill sees a broad spectrum of clients with pelvic floor concerns in his practice including people with severe disabilities and elite performers. Bill is recognized as an authority on Integrative/Mind-Body/Complementary rehabilitation and teaches his visionary synthesis to practicing rehab clinicians and at several Physical Therapy doctoral programs including Columbia University.
Richard Sabel MA, MPH, OTR, GCFP
• Clinical Assistant Professor at SUNY Downstate’s Program of Occupational Therapy • Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner • Educational Director East West Rehab Institute
Richard Sabel has successfully integrated Western therapeutic practices with Eastern philosophy into a distinctive therapeutic approach to help clients with diverse needs reengage in meaningful activities that have been limited by pain and disability. Richard teaches his integrative approach at several occupational and physical therapy professional degree programs. At Beth Israel’s Karpas Community Health Center, he regularly leads programs on mindfulness, pain management, pelvic health, breath, moving with ease, and fall prevention. Richard’s insightful understanding of integrative rehabilitation make him a sought after teacher and clinician.
Presented in Conjunction with Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute
• Mar 24, 2012 - Mar 25, 2012
• New York City
• $495 Early Bird Registration
Register Online: http://hermanwallace.com/courses/itcf #
Or call 646.355.8777 to hold your spot today!
• Space is Limited
By bridging East & West, and addressing mind & body, this program is designed for rehab professionals such as Physical and Occupational therapists, Yoga and Qigong therapists, Pilates teachers, Fitness professionals, Somatic Therapists, Midwives, Dulas and others fascinated by the pelvic floor.
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