Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- Educate practitioners on special considerations for the pregnant and postpartum athlete when participating in/returning to high intensity exercise.
- Review anatomical changes associated with pregnancy & postpartum that may affect ability to safely participate in desired exercise
- Discuss evaluation and assessment considerations for pregnant and postpartum high intensity athletes
- Discuss common conditions affected by pressure management in high-intensity athletes during pregnancy and postpartum including diastasis recti and pelvic organ prolapse
- Educate on treatment and home exercise programs for patient population with potential modifications for exercise
- Discuss collaborative approaches with local coaches/trainers