Arabic : Postnatal Physiotherapy – Recovery, Rehabilitation & Return to Function

Postnatal Rehabilitation | Women’s Health Physiotherapy CPD – StudyMEDIC
The postnatal period is a critical phase of recovery following pregnancy and childbirth, with increased risk of pelvic floor dysfunction, musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and reduced functional capacity. This 2-hour CPD webinar equips physiotherapists and allied health professionals with practical, evidence-based strategies to assess and manage common postnatal conditions.The course addresses key areas including pelvic floor rehabilitation, core recovery, scar care, sexual health, pacing, and return to activity, with a strong focus on individualised care and multidisciplinary collaboration. Emphasis is placed on safe clinical decision-making and timely referral for complex or persistent symptoms.

Course Outcomes

Understand postnatal healing timelines and risk factors
Assess pelvic floor function, DRAM, posture, and movement control
Deliver evidence-based rehabilitation for core, pelvic floor, and sexual health
Educate patients on pacing, sleep hygiene, and ergonomic strategies
Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Target Audience

Physiotherapists (PT)
Midwives
Physiotherapy Assistants (PTA)
Occupational Therapists (OT)
Mental Health Practitioners
Course Details
Duration: 2 hours
Access: 30 days to learning materials
Certificate: Certificate of Completion (2 CPD hours)
Supporting Resources
PFIQ-7, FSFI, PGQ, EPDS templates
Sample postnatal rehabilitation programmes
Visual guides for scar care and posture
Access to course recording (60 days)

Accreditation & Alignment

Aligned with:
NICE NG194
POGP Postnatal Guidelines
WHO Postnatal Care Framework
NHS England PPHS Guidance

Course Presenter

Gehan Baalawi, BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, Dip. Health & Social Care
Gehan Baalawi is a UK-trained physiotherapist with a strong focus on evidence-based practice, holistic assessment, and patient-centred rehabilitation. She is a graduate of the University of the West of England (UWE), Bristol, and a registered member of the HCPC and CSP (UK). Her academic and clinical interests include pain modulation, validated screening tools, and integrated postnatal care.