Constipation: Physiology, Testing & Practical Treatment Approaches for the Rehabilitation Professional

Constipation: Physiology, Testing & Practical Treatment Approaches for the Rehabilitation ProfessionalDESCRIPTION This webinar will provide interdisciplinary rehabilitation staff treating functional constipation in adults with a background of physiologic and muscular changes in people with constipation as well as review common medical management options and testing procedures typically performed in patients who are constipated. We will build upon this foundational knowledge to then discuss rehabilitative assessment and evidence based intervention

DESCRIPTION
This webinar will provide interdisciplinary rehabilitation staff treating functional constipation in adults with a background of physiologic and muscular changes in people with constipation as well as review common medical management options and testing procedures typically performed in patients who are constipated. We will build upon this foundational knowledge to then discuss rehabilitative assessment and evidence-based intervention strategies to address and treat constipation.

INSTRUCTOR (click on the name below to read faculty bio)
Mary (Betsy) Montgomery, PT, DPT, WCS

LEARNER OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:  

1. Define the physiology of normal defecation and changes that can occur in constipation
2. Describe common medical investigations and management options for constipation, common biofeedback interventions and their functional application to clinical practice

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
Participants will watch the on-demand recording in its entirety and complete an assessment and feedback module in the Academy Learning Portal. You will have three months from the date of purchase to complete and review the course material. You will receive a reminder email two weeks before the expiration date. 

AUDIENCE
Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants

CONTINUING EDUCATION
Occupational Therapists: 

Physical Therapists: This online course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 1.5 Contact Hours. Approval #216-000069

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is recognized by California and the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education for 1.5 Contact Hours on 1/23/2026.

Many states accept continuing education contact hours recognized in other states, enabling professionals to use these hours to meet their licensing or certification requirements. Please consult your state regulations to see if this meets CEU requirements for your license.

Disclosures: 
Course Directors and Planning Committee Members:
Julie Lenkiewicz, MS, CCC-SLP Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip MDT Has nothing to disclose.
Leslie Marriott, OTR/L Has nothing to disclose.
Selah Bustamante, MSN, RN, CRRN Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Legreid, MSN, RN, CRRN, NPD-BC Has nothing to disclose.
Speakers, Moderators and Panelists:
Mary (Betsy) Montgomery, PT, DPT, WCS - Has nothing to disclose.

ACADEMY POLICIES
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