Dynamic Ultrasound Imaging for Women’s Health Physiotherapists

This new 2 day course is designed for physiotherapists involved in the treatment of women’s health patients who are using, or are considering using, dynamic ultrasound imaging as part of their assessment and treatment regime.  A good, basic knowledge of the anatomy of the pelvic floor and continence mechanism are essential.

 
The course will cover:

• Principles and physics of ultrasound imaging
• Safety precautions and contraindications
• Pre and post void bladder scanning
• Measurement of bladder capacity
• Revision of the anatomy of the pelvis floor and continence mechanism
• Transabdominal and transperineal scanning
• Analysis of pelvic floor activity and continence mechanism
• Assessment of abdominal wall musculature and fascia
• Combined palpation with imaging
  

Lead Tutor:     Jane Dixon, Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist  in Women's and Men's Health (assisted by members from the DUG teaching faculty).

Fee:                £235

Date:               15th  and  16th  November 2008

Venue:            The Fitzwilliam Hospital, Milton Way, South Bretton,
Peterborough PE3 9AQ.  Tel 01733 842319 (physio).

For an application form please email Karen Maybury at karen.maybury@talktalk.net

Or for further information telephone Mark Maybury on 0121 378 6010

For information on all DUG courses please visit our website www.dynamicultrasound.org