Beyond the Pelvic Floor: Where Occupational Therapy Meets Pelvic Health
Occupational therapy is an essential component of client—centered, pelvic health care.
Pelvic health is about more than the pelvic floor…
My practice is shaped by a biopsychosocial lens, recognizing that pelvic health is not solely a physical issue, but one that is deeply influenced by biological, psychological, and social factors interacting together.
Because this perspective is not always emphasized in traditional training, I also enjoy supporting fellow clinicians through mentorship as they develop their own approach to pelvic health care.
An evolving area of OT practice in Canada
Pelvic health is not separate from occupational therapy; it is where OT becomes indispensable. However, because it remains relatively unfamiliar within many clinical and educational settings, it is not always clearly recognized as part of occupational therapy’s scope. That said, the landscape is beginning to change…
The publication of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists’ position paper in March 2026 marked an important milestone, formally recognizing pelvic health as an evolving and legitimate scope of occupational therapy practice in Canada.
Additionally, I had the opportunity to join an important conversation as a guest on a podcast with a fellow Canadian OT working in pelvic health, where we spoke about how we came into this area of practice, the learning curves involved in building confidence in this space, and what it has looked like to grow within a field that continues to develop in both scope and visibility. If you're interested in hearing more, you can listen to the episode here.
Paving the way for OTs
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Mentorship
If you are an occupational therapist (seasoned or new grad!) looking to confidently integrate pelvic health into your clinical practice, I am pleased to share that I now offer mentorship.
This is designed to bridge the gap between theory and real-world application, supporting clinical reasoning, confidence, and practical integration within your setting.
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CAOT Published Document on Pelvic Health
We are proud to share our published document developed in collaboration with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT), outlining the role, scope, and essential contribution of OT in pelvic health.
If you have a CAOT membership, click here to access your copy. If not, feel free to reach out directly — I’d be happy to share it with you.
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Join the Movement
We are building a national community of occupational therapists who are shaping the future of pelvic health practice. If you are interested in expanding into this area, you are not alone and you do not have to figure it all out yourself. Join us for our quarterly virtual conversations.
