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PORi CORE - Pelvic, GI and Digestive cancer rehabilitation

Pelvic, Gynecological, GI and Digestive Cancer Rehabilitation for Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, PT Assistants and OT Assistants

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At a glance:


  • Prerequisite: PORi Foundation
  • Course Capacity: 14 participants
  • Target Audience: PT / OT / PTA / OTA
  • Lead Instructor: Alaina Newell, DPT
  • Course Type: In-person
  • Contact Hours: 28 hrs
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Course Description
The course instructs participants in the clinical skill sets and techniques needed to effectively deliver well structured specialized oncology rehabilitation therapy to pelvic, GI and digestive cancer patients in any phase of their cancer treatment and beyond.

Examples of the types of cancer diagnoses that could be treated based on the clinical skills and algorithms in this course are:
  • Gynecological Cancers (incl. Ovarian, Uterine, Endometrial, Cervical)
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Testicular Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Colorectal Cancers
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Bladder Cancer
The clinical skill sets and techniques instructed in PORi are based on integrated treatment models designed to include Myofascial Trigger Point Release, Joint Mobilization, Neural Mobilization, Lymphatic Manual Drainage, Pain Mitigation and Functional Restoration.

These techniques are placed in the context of understanding the physiological and anatomical effects of cancer treatments including specific surgical interventions, chemotherapy regimens, radiation therapy, and adjuvant medications.

Careful study is made of the impact of cancer treatment on the Epidermal, Dermal, Myofascial, Skeletal, Lymphatic, Vascular and Neural Systems, and the treatment protocols instructed by PORi relate to the optimal resolution of signs and symptoms within these body systems.

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All of the clinical skill sets and techniques instructed within PORi are derived from evidence-based clinical applications within the scope of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy practice.  One of the more defining elements of PORi, presented alongside PT/OT evidence-based clinical application, is the necessary physiological and anatomical knowledge unique to the oncology patient population, which is required by qualified practitioners to accurately and safely implement oncology-specific treatment plans and realistic goal-based outcomes for this patient population.
​Live Patient Presentations
Running over 28hrs, the course includes live patient case presentations of patients who have undergone a variety of treatments for pelvic or GI cancer and present with a variety of conditions and side-effects relating to their cancer treatments. A patient case presentation can run as long as 3 hours and participants are given the opportunity, with guided supervision from the instructor, to perform subjective and objective evaluations on these patients, as well as practice the appropriate techniques (presented in the course) on the patients during these lab sessions.

Examination
On the final day, participants are required to complete a 1hr written examination and follow this with an initial evaluation and instructor-observed treatment session on a pelvic or GI cancer patient (who has not been one of the patients previously presented). Competency and proficiency in the techniques of oncology rehabilitation therapy and an understanding of the effects of cancer treatments on the body’s systems will be tested.

Target Audience for the Course
Qualified and Licensed Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants and Occupational Therapy Assistants are the target audience for the course.

Ratio of Instructor to Participants
The classes are restricted to small groups of 6-12 participants per instructor (max of 14 participants will be considered on a case by case basis) so as to ensure optimal assimilation of information and concepts presented in the course, as well as proficiency in techniques in the hands-on lab sessions.

Course Quick Links


​PORi Certification
​Courses Overview
PORi Course Calendar
​Register for a PORi Course

​​CEU Information

PORi Foundation Course
Foundation in Oncology Rehabilitation Course

PORi Core Oncology Rehab
Breast Cancer
Head & Neck Cancer
Pelvic. GI & Digestive Cancers
Chemotoxicity & Exercise Mgt

PORi Adjunct Courses
Brain Tumors & CNS Tumors
Chemo-Induced Cognitive Impairment
PORi LE Lymphedema
Breast Surgeries (incl. Reconstruction)

Our Vision
As an organization, PORi and Oncology Rehab’s vision is that rehabilitation will be prescribed to all patients who undergo treatment for cancer, as a standard component of their cancer treatment.

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7180 E. Orchard Rd, Suite 103, Centennial, CO 80111
​pori@oncologyrehab.info

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ONCOLOGY REHABILITATION COURSES
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Foundation in Oncology Rehabilitation
Breast Cancer Rehabilitation
Chemotoxicity and Cancer Exercise Management
Head and Neck Cancer Rehabilitation
Pelvic and GI/Digestive Cancer Rehabilitation

FIND AN ONCOLOGY REHABILITATION THERAPIST
PORi Centers of Excellence
PORi Oncology Rehabilitation Specialists
PORi Breast Cancer Therapists
PORi Chemotoxicity & Cancer Exercise Therapists
PORi Head & Neck Cancer Therapists
PORi Pelvic, GI & Digestive Cancer Therapists

OTHER IMPORTANT LINKS
PORi Oncology Rehabilitation Certification
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About PORi

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  • Home
  • About PORi
    • Background
    • PORi Certification
  • Oncology Rehab Courses
    • Courses Overview
    • Course Calendar
    • Register for a Course
    • Foundation in Oncology Rehabilitation
    • PORi Core Courses >
      • Breast Cancer Rehabilitation
      • Chemotoxicity & Cancer Exercise Mgt
      • Head & Neck Cancer Rehabilitation
      • Pelvic, GI & Digestive Cancer Rehabilitation
    • PORi Adjunct Courses >
      • Chemo-Induced Cognitive Impairment
      • Brain Tumor & CNS Tumor Rehab
      • PORi Approach to LE Lymphedema
      • Breast Surgeries & Reconstruction
    • CEU Info
    • Welcome Packs
  • Instructors
  • Find a PORi Therapist
    • Breast Cancer
    • Head & Neck Cancer
    • Submit Credentials
  • Contact
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