The Athletic Pelvis

The Athletic Pelvis with Bill Taylor: A Comprehensive Course for Pelvic Health and MSK Physiotherapists

Unlock the Connection Between Pelvic Floor Function, Dysfunction, and Sports Performance

Course Overview

The Athletic Pelvis course, designed for Pelvic Health and Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapists, delves into the intricate relationship between pelvic floor function, dysfunction, and their impact on athletic performance. Led by renowned expert Bill Taylor, the course focuses on practical approaches to assessment and treatment, with a strong emphasis on clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.

This course provides physiotherapists with essential tools to understand and address pelvic floor dysfunction in the context of sports, making it ideal for professionals who treat active individuals. Whether you're working with athletes or active patients, this course will enhance your ability to assess and treat pelvic-related conditions effectively.

Learning Goals

1. Critically analyse the interrelationship between hip and pelvic floor function in athletes, integrating biomechanical, neuromuscular, and psychosocial mechanisms to differentiate overlapping symptom presentations and inform advanced clinical reasoning.
2. Evaluate and apply evidence-based assessment protocols (e.g., Laslett’s SIJ cluster, FADER, Thigh Thrust, Adductor Squeeze, neural mobility tests) to construct and test diagnostic hypotheses for complex lumbopelvic and groin pain presentations.
3. Synthesize current scientific literature on the role of the obturator internus, hip rotators, and pelvic floor musculature (e.g., Tuttle et al., 2016; Foster et al., 2021; Miyachi et al., 2023) to design individualized rehabilitation programmes addressing both intra- and extra-pelvic dysfunction.
4. Design and justify advanced rehabilitation interventions for athletes with pelvic and hip pain syndromes, incorporating strength, motor control, and load-management strategies grounded in complexity theory and the biopsychosocial framework.
5. Critically reflect on clinical decision-making within the complex athletic pelvis, demonstrating autonomy in adapting examination and treatment strategies to diverse athletic populations, genders, and sport-specific demands.

Accreditation and Certification 

This course is accredited with:

- 12 points by Kwaliteitshuis Fysiotherapie

- 24 points by Pro-Q-Kine

- 30 points by Pro-Q-Kine Bekkenbodemreëducatie en Perinatale Kinesitherapie

Why Take This Course?

- Gain expert knowledge from Bill Taylor, a leading UK physiotherapist specializing in pelvic health and male pelvic floor dysfunction.

- Build a comprehensive understanding of how pelvic floor dysfunction can affect athletes and physically active patients.

- Enhance your practical skills through interactive labs and real-world case studies.

- Learn to assess and treat chronic pelvic pain using both manual therapy and exercise-based approaches.

- Receive course accreditation and points to further your professional development.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for:

- Pelvic Health Physiotherapists

- MSK Physiotherapists

- Health professionals with an interest in treating athletic pelvic dysfunction

About Bill Taylor

With over 30 years of experience, Bill Taylor is recognized as one of the UK's leading pelvic health physiotherapists. His expertise spans male and female pelvic health, and he has contributed to key texts on chronic pelvic pain and pelvic girdle assessment. Bill has a special interest in chronic pelvic floor dysfunction, manual therapy, and exercise therapy. His experience working with professional dancers, including the Scottish Ballet, adds a unique perspective to his approach in treating pelvic dysfunction in active individuals.

Course Location & Language

- Location: Het Omnium, Groningen and BodyTime Gym in Amsterdam

- Language of Instruction: English 🇬🇧

Ready to deepen your expertise in pelvic health and sports?

Enroll in The Athletic Pelvis with Bill Taylor and empower yourself to better serve your active and athletic patients!