May 16, 2026  

EM467: CREMONA - PELVIC FLOOR REHABILITATION COURSE

The science dealing with pain and in particular chronic pain has undergone a real revolution in recent years. These advances must necessarily be implemented in the clinical practice of the physical therapist, given their extreme relevance to improving the understanding and treatment of the patient with pain.

The primary objective of the course is to provide the principles and neuro-scientific basis for the management of acute pain and more complex pain conditions such as chronic widespread pain. The course will follow the suggestions published by the International Association on the Study of Pain (IASP) in its core curriculum. Special emphasis will be placed on the clinical relevance of these new concepts.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to distinguish pain understood as a personal experience rather than as a response to tissue damage, and to incorporate knowledge about the neuroscience of pain within their clinical reasoning.

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30 Seats

Intended for

Doctors, Physiotherapists, Students in Physiotherapy
€599.00

Payments

  • Deposit €399.00 within 7 days from the registration
  • Balance €200.00 by date November 6, 2026
Total: €599.00
30 Hours

Calendar

16-17 May 2026
14-15 November 2026
45,3 ECM

language

Italian

COURSE LOCATION: 

Sede del Corso: Centro CR2 SINAPSI - CREMONA - Via Serio, 34

 

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SCHEDULE

WEEKEND 1 
BASICS, ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, AND ASSESSMENT
DAY 1 – MAY 16, 2026 
Pelvic floor fundamentals
09:00 – 11:00: Dr. Charlotte Boesebeck
Introduction to pelvic floor rehabilitation
•    Definition of the pelvic floor and its functional role
•    Evolution of pelvic physiotherapy
•    Biopsychosocial model applied to pelvic dysfunctions
•    Role of the physiotherapist in prevention and rehabilitation
11:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Break
11:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. Dr. Martina Braga 
Anatomy of the pelvic floor – part 1
•    Osteoarticular anatomy of the pelvis
•    Perineal musculature: superficial and deep layers
•    Basic vascularization and innervation
•    Anatomical differences between women and men
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Lunch break
2:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Dr. Martina Braga
Anatomy of the pelvic floor – part 2
•    Body diaphragms and myofascial continuity
•    Fascial and connective tissue system
•    Relationships with pelvic organs (bladder, uterus, rectum)
•    Functional anatomy during pregnancy and menopause
4:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Break
4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Dr. Charlotte Boesebeck
Palpatory anatomy and clinical exploration basics
•    Recognition of anatomical landmarks
•    Introduction to perineal palpation (theory)
•    Clinical-functional correlations

DAY 2 – 17 MAY 2026 Dr. Elena Bertozzi – (Assistants Dr. Boesebeck – Dr. Bergonzi – Dr. Braga)
Pelvic physiology and pathologies
09:00 – 11:00  Dr. Elena Bertozzi 
Pelvic floor physiology
•    Support, continence, and sexuality functions
•    Neuromuscular control and reflexes
•    Synergies with the diaphragm, abdominals, and posture
•    Physiological adaptations in different stages of life
11:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Break
11:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. Dr. Elena Bertozzi
Main pelvic floor dysfunctions
•    Urinary and fecal incontinence
•    Pelvic organ prolapse
•    Sexual dysfunction
•    Chronic pelvic pain
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Lunch break
2:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Dr. Elena Bertozzi
Etiology and risk factors
•    Pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum
•    Menopause and aging
•    Pelvic and oncological surgery
•    Sports and functional overload
4:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Break
4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Dr. Elena Bertozzi
Introduction to pelvic floor assessment
•    Specific medical history and red flags
•    Validated questionnaires
•    Observation and functional assessment

WEEKEND 2 – NOVEMBER 14-15, 2026
REHABILITATIVE APPROACH TO PELVIC DYSFUNCTIONS
DAY 3 – NOVEMBER 14, 2026 
Advanced assessment and treatment planning
09:00 – 11:00 Dr. Feltroni
Clinical and instrumental assessment of the pelvic floor
•    Postural and respiratory assessment
•    Abdominal-pelvic assessment
•    Functional testing of the pelvic floor
•    Instrumental assessment and imaging of the pelvic floor
11:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Break
11:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. Dr. Feltroni
Internal and external palpatory assessment
•    Assessment of tone, strength, endurance, and coordination
•    Assessment scales (Oxford, PERFECT, etc.)
•    Safety criteria and informed consent
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Lunch break
2:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Dr. Tanghetti 
Clinical reasoning and rehabilitation goals
•    Interpretation of assessment data
•    Definition of treatment goals
•    Choice of therapeutic strategies
4:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Break
4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Dr. Tanghetti
Development of a personalized rehabilitation plan
•    Treatment phases
•    Patient education
•    Home program

DAY 4 – NOVEMBER 15, 2025 Dr. Elena Bertozzi (Assistant Dr. Bergonzi – Dr. Tanghetti)
Treatment of pelvic dysfunctions
09:00 – 11:00 Dr. Elena Bertozzi
Rehabilitation of hypotonic dysfunctions
•    Pelvic floor muscle training
•    Load progression
•    Functional integration
11:00 – 11:15 Break
11:15 – 13:15 Dr. Elena Bertozzi
Rehabilitation of hypertonic dysfunctions and pain
•    Myofascial approach
•    Relaxation and down-training techniques
•    Pelvic pain education
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Lunch break
2:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Dr. Elena Bertozzi
Treatment of major dysfunctions
•    Urinary and fecal incontinence
•    Prolapse
•    Sexual dysfunctions
•    Postpartum and menopause approach
4:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Break
4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Dr. Elena Bertozzi
Clinical integration and case studies
•    Discussion of clinical cases
•    Follow-up and outcome criteria
•    End of course

 

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