Dr. Bruce Crawford
Dr. Bruce Crawford
Dr Crawford is a Board Certified Urogynecologist and the creator of the Pfilates™ Method and The VESy Lab™. Dr Crawford has trained over 5000 instructors in the Pfilates™ Method and has helped thousands of women avoid surgery for pelvic floor disorders. Dr Crawford recognizes that common pelvic floor disorders are fitness issues best managed with specialized movement rather than prescription medication or surgery.
Custom Pelvic Floor Performance Training is Just as Effective as Surgery for Urinary Incontinence
This session will present the research behind the Pfilates™ Method of pelvic floor training and the use of video EMG synchronization in designing a highly effective and practicable pelvic floor recovery program. Participants will have the opportunity to practice several of the movements and experience the effect of specialized exercise in the management of urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and bowel control issues.
Objectives:
1. Describe the anatomy and Physiology relevant to pelvic floor recovery
2. Understand the use of Video EMG Synchronization in customizing pelvic floor performance training
3. Understand the Pfilates™ Movements and their role in pelvic floor recover
