Holly Tanner

DPT, PT, MA, OCS, LMP, PRPC, BCB-PMD, CCI

Holly Tanner is a licensed physical therapist and massage therapist with specialty practice in the field of pelvic health. From the College of St. Scholastica (CSS) in Duluth, Minnesota, she earned her undergraduate degree in health sciences, Master of Arts in physical therapy, and a transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. She has served as adjunct faculty at St. Scholastica as well as at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington.

As the director of education for the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute, Holly has managed and developed curriculum and faculty training and was the coordinator for the Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification writing. She has authored many courses, including in the peripartum series and the Men's Pelvic Health course. She has presented at the state and national level, and Holly has taught in several countries including Nepal, Israel, and Ireland.

She owns a clinical practice in Seattle, Washington, as well as a consulting company, Tanner Therapies. She has been teaching in the field of pelvic health for nearly 25 years and has mentored dozens of clinicians and students. Holly has held ABPTS board certifications in orthopedics and women's health, as well as certification as an APTA Clinical Instructor.

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Men’s Pelvic Health Advocacy (Recorded Webinar)

Presented by Holly Tanner, DPT, PT, MA, OCS, LMP, PRPC, BCB-PMD, CCI

Men’s Pelvic Health Advocacy (Recorded Webinar)

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Video Runtime: 57 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 19 Minutes

This course is a recording of a previously hosted live webinar event. Polling and question submission features are not available for this recording. Format and structure may differ from those of standard MedBridge courses.

Join us for this introductory webinar covering the scope of the challenges facing men with pelvic dysfunction. It is common for men to be uncomfortable discussing sensitive issues such as urinary leakage and sexual dysfunction, and in the arena of pelvic rehabilitation, there are fewer practitioners trained specifically in men's pelvic health. Across disciplines, men can be aided by caring professionals who are aware of and can inquire about concerns in domains such as urinary leakage, erectile dysfunction, genital pain, bowel dysfunction, and pelvic pain. Because pelvic pain is consistently associated with higher rates of depression and negative impact on emotion, cognition, and quality of life, healthcare providers must be prepared to identify patients who may benefit from pelvic rehabilitation efforts.

This webinar will equip practitioners with the research around pelvic dysfunction, as well as practical strategies for both initiating conversations about pelvic health concerns and offering care options.

Learning Objectives

Identify the various domains of pelvic dysfunction affecting men, including bowel dysfunction, bladder dysfunction, sexual dysfunction, and pelvic pain
List at least four types of pelvic pain and how symptoms of pelvic pain may negatively impact quality of life
Identify the barriers that men face when searching for access to care for pelvic dysfunction
Recognize your role within your healthcare environment in caring for men with pelvic dysfunction
Differentiate the common conditions affecting men in pelvic healthcare throughout the life span
Recognize the social stigmas and expectations that negatively impact men seeking help for pelvic dysfunction

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Pelvic Pain Applications in Rehabilitation (Recorded Webinar)

Presented by Holly Tanner, DPT, PT, MA, OCS, LMP, PRPC, BCB-PMD, CCI