Bedwetting Solutions for the Pediatric Patient

Nocturnal enuresis affects 5-7 million children in the U.S with roughly 15% of 5-year-olds wetting the bed at night and 1-2% still wetting at age 15. Bedwetting is known to cause significant social and emotional issues and has even been indicated as a precursor to child abuse. Parent/child education and treatments are known to improve continence and quality of life. Having more therapists who are able to treat this condition is essential for those suffering with the diagnosis.

This course will stress the importance of screening for bowel and bladder symptoms with all pediatric patients.Parent/child education is a key component to toileting success. Therapists will learn strategies to improve toileting readiness, toileting position, along with daytime and nighttime behaviors necessary for continence.

The content of this program is germane to children, students and clients ages 5-15 years old.

Target Audience: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants

Highlights

• Deliver immediate, meaningful improvements in quality of life for pediatric patients and their caregivers using practical,clinic-ready treatment strategies.
• Apply evidence-informed techniques directly to your PT/OT practice through realistic case-based learning.