About Course
Cesarean sections , C-sections are among the most common surgical procedures performed worldwide, with significant implications for maternal health and recovery. Proper management of post-C-section care is essential to minimize complications, promote healing, and enhance quality of life. This women's health physiotherapy CPD course provides a comprehensive overview of C-section management, focusing on evidence-based practices for physical, emotional, and functional recovery. Topics include wound healing, scar tissue management, adhesion prevention, pain mechanisms, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
By the end of this women's health physiotherapy cpd course session, participants will be equipped with advanced clinical reasoning skills to optimize outcomes for women recovering from cesarean deliveries.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the physiological and psychological implications of C-sections.
- Identify common complications such as infections, adhesions, and chronic pain, and their management strategies.
- Develop expertise in scar tissue mobilization, manual therapy, and ergonomic advice for postpartum recovery.
- Recognize red flags requiring urgent referral and implement multidisciplinary care pathways.
- Formulate individualized treatment plans integrating physiotherapy, patient education, and emotional support.
CPD Course Timed Agenda:
- Introduction & Course Objectives
- Anatomy of the Pelvic Region & Surgical Layers Involved in C-Sections
- Wound Healing Phases & Scar Tissue Physiology
- Pain Mechanisms, Nerve Involvement, & Differential Diagnosis
- Common Post-C-Section Complications & Prevention Strategies
- Role of Physiotherapy in Emotional Recovery & Ergonomic Advice
- Referral Pathways, MDT Collaboration, & Q&A
Target Audience
- Physiotherapists (PT)
- Midwives
- Physiotherapy Assistants (PTA)
- Occupational Therapists (OT)
- Mental Health Practitioners
CPD Credit Hours
2 hour
Resources
Downloadable Course Material
CPD Certificate
60 Days Access to Learning Resources
Course Presenter
Gehan Baalawi, BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, Dip. Health & Social Care
Gehan Baalawi is a conscientious and forward-looking physiotherapist known for her evidence-based approach and emerging expertise in geriatric care. She holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Physiotherapy from the University of the West of England (UWE),Bristol, and a Diploma in Health & Social Care from SGS College—credentials that underscore her dedication to delivering holistic, person-centred care.
Her recent academic research explored the effects of deep slow breathing (DSB) versus spontaneous breathing on pressure pain thresholds in asymptomatic adults, measured using algometry on the tibialis anterior muscle. This work reflects her keen interest in non-invasive interventions that promote physiological resilience and pain modulation.
Clinically and academically, Gehan is invested in the use of validated screening tools, comprehensive assessment strategies, and integrated, multi-component interventions to support positive patient outcomes. She is deeply committed to empowering healthcare professionals by translating current research into practical, impactful physiotherapy education.
Complementing her clinical expertise, Gehan has completed additional training in Mental Health Care Fundamentals, Leadership Skills, and Well-Being and Self-Care—reinforcing her commitment to safe, inclusive, and compassionate practice. She is a registered member of both the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) in England.
Disclaimer: Our online physiotherapy CPD courses meet the criteria and guidelines for CPD (Continuing Professional Development). The CPD hours indicated on the certificate contribute towards fulfilling professional standards and requirements necessary for CPD audits conducted by the HCPC and AHPRA. These CPD hours are important for maintaining physiotherapy registration and ensuring compliance with the CPD audit and physiotherapy registration renewal processes. Our courses are recognized as valuable continuing education resources across the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and throughout Asia and the Middle East.
