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OT Potential Podcast | Occupational Therapy CEUs#119 OT and PT Collaboration with Rebeca SegravesOTs and PTs compete in many ways. We can be found competing over:Patient timeWho gets to bill which code on which dayRecognition And scope of practiceBut, as looming outside forces like AI and decreasing reimbursement rates threaten our professions, it is critical to change our postures toward interprofessional collaboration. And, there is no PT I would rather talk about this with than Rebeca Segraves. Rebeca has hard won insight as she has sought to embed our professions more fully into maternal healthcare. In this one hour webinar, we’ll talk about the l...
2025-11-1457 min
Pelvic Health Network PodcastWhy RCTs Fail Rehab Research and How Implementation Science Wins | Amy Lamb & Alyson StoverWhy do randomized controlled trials often miss the mark for rehabilitation research? How can occupational therapy and physical therapy show system level value in maternal health, postpartum care, and hospital workflows? In this conversation Dr. Rebeca Segraves sits down with two past presidents of the American Occupational Therapy Association — Dr. Amy Lamb and Dr. Alyson Stover — to explore practical strategies for measuring real world impact using implementation science, quality improvement, and smart clinical workflows.In this episode we cover:• Why RCTs are not always the best fit for rehab research• What implementation science and quality improvement look like in clinical...
2025-11-101h 00
OTs In Pelvic HealthCentering Mothers, Not Providers with Rebeca SegravesLearn more about Level 1 Functional Pelvic Health Practitioner programGet certified in pelvic health from the OT lens hereGrab your free AOTA approved Pelvic Health CEU course here.____________________________________________________________________________________________Pelvic OTPs United - Lindsey's off-line interactive community for $39 a month! Inside Pelvic OTPs United you'll find: Weekly group mentoring calls with Lindsey. She's doing this exclusively inside this community. These aren't your boring old Zoom calls where she is a talking head. We interact, we...
2025-10-0641 min
Pelvic Health Network PodcastWhat no one tells you about diastasis with Antony LoWhat if everything you’ve been told about diastasis recti isn’t the full story? In this episode, Antony Lo @PhysioDetective an internationally recognized physiotherapist from Australia, shares why: slowing things down with deep core activation and breathing exercises can backfirewhy people deserve support in their own goals for strength, function, and appearance, andwhy most are far more capable than they’ve been told. This conversation will challenge what you think you know about abdominal muscle separation and recovery after birth.
2025-09-171h 18
Pelvic Health Network PodcastTrauma-Informed Pelvic Health Training for Birth and BeyondOccupational therapists Lindsey Vestal, OTR/L and Lara Desrosiers, MSc. OT Reg. (Ont.) share how trauma can impact the experiences that mothers have after birth and the work of rehab therapists providing early care across settings.We discuss:1. Their personal motivations behind creating the Trauma-Informed Pelvic Health Certification program and the Trauma-Informed Maternal Care training2. Their reactions to the New York Times report on intra-operative pain during cesarean birth and the estimated 100,000+ women in the U.S. affected each year3. The evolving role of rehab therapists in maternal health, why hospitals...
2025-09-1538 min
Pelvic Health Network PodcastThe First 7 DaysJenna and Rebeca Segraves discuss why they advocate through Enhanced Recovery After Delivery for occupational and physical therapy to be accessible to moms within the first 7 days of giving birth.Learn more about Enhanced Recovery After Delivery
2025-07-041h 10Pelvic Health Network PodcastWhat moms don't learn in the hospital after c sectionDr. Addy Javes, PT, DPT is an acute care physical therapist and author of what is considered to be the first case report published in the U.S. on physical therapy in the hospital after birth. She shares the story of her patient who was physically active before delivery and who received PT in the hospital after her unexpected c-section.Dr. Javes describes how patients who recover with PT in the hospital after their major abdominal birth have the advantage of healing earlier than patients who are sent home to navigate their rehab on their...
2025-05-1535 min
Whats Best For The Patient Is Best For BusinessThe $1 TRILLION OPPORTUNITY GAP in Women’s Health… And What To Do About It! Interview with Rebeca Segraves, DPTIn this powerful episode of What’s Best For The Patient Is Best For Business, host Jerry Durham sits down with Dr. Rebeca Segraves, DPT, co-founder of Enhanced Recovery After Delivery, to discuss the untapped potential in women’s health and how shifting the model of care can create a massive impact.Dr. Segraves shares her journey from working in oncology and post-surgical rehab to revolutionizing maternal health by advocating for early intervention physical therapy after C-sections and other pelvic surgeries. She breaks down how her work has not only improved patient outcomes but also saved hospitals hund...
2025-05-1351 minPelvic Health Network PodcastHospital Politics and Postpartum RehabWhy are new moms often denied proactive occupational and physical therapy after an open abdominal delivery known as a cesarean section? In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Michelle Figueira, PT, DPT, a former director of rehab, shares her background as a key influencer behind launching inpatient postpartum rehab services across 12 hospitals. She reveals why hospitals, especially for-profit ones, frequently say "no" to rehab after birth, and what therapists can do to challenge that. Whether you're a clinician looking to advocate for better maternal care or someone navigating hospital politics, this interview offers rare insight from someone who's helped drive real...
2025-05-081h 00Pelvic Health Network PodcastDr. Lashonda Jones: Long Overdue - The Cesarean Delivery Rehab ProtocolPhysical therapist, Dr. Lashonda Jones shares her personal experience with c-section recovery and the lack of resources available for new mothers. She discusses the importance of creating a standardized rehab protocol for cesarean delivery, emphasizing the need for education and support for both mothers and healthcare providers. The conversation highlights essential recovery practices, the role of healthcare professionals, and the resources available for mothers to aid in their recovery process.Access: The Cesarean Delivery Rehab ProtocolChapters 00:00 The Aha Moment: Understanding C-Section Recovery 03:07 The Need for Standardized Care05:58 Essential Recovery Practices for New Moms08:58 Cr...
2025-04-1026 min
Birth Healing Summit PodcastA Fertility JourneyDo you work with clients who are navigating fertility treatments? Do you have resources you can offer them to help guide this journey?In today’s podcast, Lynn speaks with physical therapist, Rebeca Segraves, about what she learned through her and her wife’s journey with intrauterine insemination (IUI).IUI is a fertility treatment that involves placing sperm directly into the uterus during ovulation. It can be a less painful treatment because the sperm are cleaned, so there is less of a reaction from the...
2025-01-2724 min
Femtech Health PodcastWhy Postpartum Care in America Is Failing New Moms – And How We Can Fix ItThis episode we welcome Dr. Rebeca Segraves, a thought leader in women's health and the founder of Enhanced Recovery After Delivery.With a rich background as a physical therapist, Dr. Segraves shares her inspiring journey into the field of women's health, fueled by her own experiences with surgical recovery.She reflects on her early struggles with a leg discrepancy and the challenges of a lengthy recovery process.From these experiences, she developed a passion for ensuring that everyone has access to early and successful recovery, particularly after childbirth.Join us as...
2025-01-141h 06
Between Two LipsOptimizing Pelvic Floor Recovery Post-Op - Hysterectomy and More with Dr Rebeca SegravesRebeca Segraves is a Physical Therapist and Women's Health Advocate who believes that everyone deserves access to an early and successful recovery after birth, pelvic surgery, and mastectomy.She co-founded Enhanced Recovery After Delivery™ (ERAD), a program that offers every family access to rehab services in the hospital during high-risk pregnancy and immediately after delivery to maximize their recovery and function after birth.http://enhancedrecoveryafterdelivery.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/enhancedrecoveryafterdelivery/https://www.instagram.com/rebecasegraves_/https://www.tiktok.com/@pelvichealthnetworkhttp://youtube.com/@pelvichealthnetwork...
2024-12-0451 min
Acute ConversationsPostpartum Hemorrhage: Acute PT's Essential RoleShow Notes
Guests:
Rebeca Segraves PT, DPT
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Women’s Health Physical Therapy
rebeca@enhancedrecoverywellness.com
https://enhancedrecoveryafterdelivery.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rebeca-segraves2030/
https://twitter.com/RebecaSegraves
https://www.instagram.com/rebecasegraves_/
https://www.instagram.com/pelvichealthnetwork/
Jenna Segraves PT, DPT
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurological Physical Therapy
jenna.segraves@gmail.com
IG: plant_based_pt
Erin Locati PT, DPT
erin@risepelvicpt.com...
2024-11-2742 min
The Healthcare Education Transformation Podcast526. Empowering Patients and Disrupting Healthcare: Dr. Rebeca Segraves on the Power of Communication and AdvocacyIn this episode of the Healthcare Education Transformation Podcast, Dr. F. Scott Feil sits down with Dr. Rebeca Segraves to discuss her journey from struggling PT student to an advocate for patient empowerment and healthcare transformation. Dr. Segraves shares her personal story of how her mother’s stroke shaped her career, and how she is now focused on disrupting healthcare by promoting better communication and early rehabilitation for patients post-surgery. The conversation touches on the importance of educating patients to take control of their health, leveraging networks for professional growth, and using public speaking as a platform for healthcare education. Tu...
2024-10-2147 min
OTs In Pelvic HealthWhat Does Collaboration Look Like In Pelvic Floor Therapy?Learn more about the Trauma Informed Pelvic Health CertificationGrab your free AOTA approved Pelvic Health CEU course here.Learn more about Dr. Rebeca Segraves' work here. ____________________________________________________________________________________________Pelvic OTPs United - Lindsey's off-line interactive community for $39 a month! Inside Pelvic OTPs United you'll find: Weekly group mentoring calls with Lindsey. She's doing this exclusively inside this community. These aren't your boring old Zoom calls where she is a talking head. We interact, we coach, we lea...
2024-08-1940 min
OTs In Pelvic Health"Slow Down + Offer Help" with Dr. Rebeca Segraves and Lara DesrosiersLearn more about the Trauma Informed Pelvic Health Certification Grab your free AOTA approved Pelvic Health CEU course here. Learn more about Dr. Rebeca Segraves' work here. ____________________________________________________________________________________________Pelvic OTPs United - Lindsey's off-line interactive community for $39 a month! Inside Pelvic OTPs United you'll find: Weekly group mentoring calls with Lindsey. She's doing this exclusively inside this community. These aren't your boring old Zoom calls where she is a talking head. We interact, we coach, we learn from each oth...
2024-07-2233 min
Whats Best For The Patient Is Best For BusinessThe Future is Today: Focusing on Making a Bigger Impact to Get Paid More with Dr. Rebeca SegravesToday I’m joined by Dr. Rebeca Segraves as we explore groundbreaking strategies in healthcare delivery. We’re getting into the dynamic intersection of patient care, education, and empowerment, showcasing innovative approaches that are reshaping the industry.In this episode, we recap from our extensive experience in healthcare leadership and education to discuss the transformative impact of empowering patients through knowledge. We share stories of healthcare professionals who are pioneering new models of care, emphasizing proactive health management and community engagement.We’re shining a light on bridging the gap between hospital settings and community outrea...
2024-07-161h 14
TheOncoPT PodcastHow to start treating your pregnant oncology patientSend us a textIn PT school, you may have heard that cancer is a disease of the old. But this is only half true.Cancer affects people of all ages, including those in their childbearing years, even during pregnancy. And you’re likely going to be seeing more of these patients in your own practice.Dr. Rebeca Segraves, PT, & Dr. Alexandra Hill, PT, are back on the podcast to discuss this unique patient population, how cancer & cancer treatments affect a pregnant per...
2024-07-1042 min
While you wait...Empowering Post-Surgery Recovery with Rebeca SegravesIn this engaging episode, we sit down with Rebeca Segraves, a leading physical therapist specializing in women's health, to explore the complexities of post-surgery rehabilitation. From her residency at Duke, where she honed her expertise in urogynecology, to her pioneering programs in early rehabilitation post-surgery, Rebeca shares her journey and insights into specialized care for women. Discover the critical role of early intervention after procedures like mastectomy, hysterectomy, and childbirth, and learn about the challenges and triumphs in implementing comprehensive care models. Tune in as Rebeca advocates for better postoperative recovery practices and addresses the pressing need f...
2024-05-1333 min
Pelvic Health Network PodcastThe risk that is not worth taking after birthMothers and their birth providers face significant risk within the first few days of childbirth. We discuss what questions every mother should be asked while she is still in the hospital after birth to avoid unnecessary harm.
2024-04-1229 min
Pelvic Health Network PodcastThe future of OT practice in maternal healthDr. Sabina Khan, PhD, OTD, OTR/L shares her personal and clinical experience with occupational therapy after birth, including the support she gives to teen moms during their vulnerable period of life.
2024-04-1233 min
Pelvic Health Network PodcastStarting a maternal rehab program in the hospitalDr. Keshia Bradford is an acute care pelvic health therapist who is transforming postpartum recovery with physical therapy in the hospital. We discuss what you need to know to offer occupational and physical therapy services in the hospital during high-risk pregnancy and within 24 - 48 hours after birth. Learn more: https://enhancedrecoveryafterdelivery.com/
2024-04-021h 17
Waves60: Representation Matters w/ Kierra Washington, SPTPhysical therapy is not a diverse profession. One person trying to change that is Kierra Washington, a third-year student at Grand Valley State University. She talked with us about what is has been like being a racial minority in graduate school, what her career goals are, and how she wants to make things better for those that come after her.
"Wow, You Look Like Me! - The Need to Increase Diversity in the Field of Physical Therapy" by Kierra Washington, SPT
Dr. Rebeca Segraves, PT, DPT, WCS
Dr. Tiffany Adams, PT, DPT, MBA...
2024-03-1941 min
All The UnexpectedHolistic Healing: The Role of Physical Therapy in Postpartum CareIn this episode we sit down with Dr. Rebeca Segraves to discuss the vital role that Physical and Occupational Therapy play in successful postpartum recovery. Integrating PT and OT into postpartum care has been an uphill battle for many therapists as best practices are often shaped by many factors other than ideal patient care. We discuss how patients can advocate for themselves and what providers should be doing to ensure all families are getting the full spectrum of care. To explore the work being done by Dr. Segraves and her organization visit: https://pelvichealthnetwork.org
2024-02-061h 03
Pelvic Health Network PodcastOccupational therapy in the hospital after birthMeeting Royce Porter, OTR/L was a game changer. Not only does he provide occupational therapy to women in the hospital after birth and hysterectomy, he addresses postpartum depression and mental health concerns related to an unexpected surgery as early as day one of recovery.As a practicing therapist in both the hospital and outpatient settings, he sees no reason for women to wait 6 or more weeks for rehabilitation services that are provided routinely to people after other common procedures like joint replacement. To find more U.S. hospitals like the one Royce Porter is...
2024-02-041h 00
OTs In Pelvic HealthEarly OT Rehab Within 72 Hours of Birth for the Maternal PopulationOT Pioneers: Intro to Pelvic Floor Therapy opens January 15-19, 2024We'd love to welcome you to Pelvic OTPs United - Lindsey's off social media community ($39 a month with no obligation!)Meet my GuestsJenna SegravesDoctor of Physical Therapy with 8+ years of experience in physical therapy, teaching, and mentoring students. Assistant Professor for DPT students, teaching Neuroscience and Neurological Movement System I-II. Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist and Certified Lymphedema Therapist, published author, and presenter at national and state physical therapy conferences. Co-creator of a 2-day continuing ed...
2024-01-0154 min
Pelvic Health Network PodcastLooked great after birth: heart failure on day 4In part 2 of this series, Alexa Pasco details her story just four months after her birth. Her experience reminds us that what happened to her could happen to anyone. The last play we have with preventing heart failure and preeclampsia in the first week after delivery is educating enough people to stay alert and stay involved. The worst that could happen is for people to not offer a hand when they are needed the most and let our moms slip through the cracks.
2023-12-2848 minTheOncoPT PodcastElevating Cancer Rehab in 2024: Here's Your First StepsSend us a textHealth care is ever-evolving, whether you like it or not. And if you’re going to practice smarter in 2024, you’ve got to shift your perspective.The big shift in question? Transcending the boundaries of care (aka how we’ve always done things) & step into a holistic approach for both your patients & you. This recap episode dives into insightful conversations with past guests Joe Sanok, Dr. Lori Boright, & Dr. Rebeca Segraves, each providing a unique lens on smarter practices in oncology patient care. ...
2023-12-1935 min
Pelvic Health Network PodcastAre White women safe in maternity hospitals?A woman who had everything working in her favor experienced medical neglect on multiple occasions after her birth in a U.S. hospital system. After going through her case, it's apparent that the U.S. healthcare system has started to prioritize the most vulnerable in our society who need the most attention. Which is a good thing! Yay!Yet, this means that lower risk individuals, specifically middle class White women, must be accountable for their own health and safety while navigating the U.S. healthcare system. No biggie. You got this. Occupational and...
2023-12-111h 10
Celebrate Muliebrity with Michelle LyonsEpisode 22 with Dr Rebeca SegravesI know I'm enthusiastic about every episode but this one...it's one that I hope will change how you think about inpatient pelvic rehab?
I first came across Rebeca's work a few year's ago when we were both presenting at the Pelvic Academy's Fall Symposium.
In this conversation, we discuss:
why aren't ob/gyn surgical procedures given the same prehab and rehab skilled care that total hip replacements or total knee replacements
(is it an ortho issue vs an ob/gyn issue? but why are patients having prostatectomies given pre and...
2023-11-2135 min
OT Potential Podcast | Occupational Therapy CEUs#68: Acute Care OT and PT After Birth with Jenna and Rebeca SegravesMaternal deaths are on the rise, here in the United States. And, we have a postpartum mental health crisis. In OT 90% of us are women, and many of us have personally experienced the inadequate support given to birthing individuals. But, not enough of us have stepped back to ask: why aren’t we (with our training in mental health & daily participation) helping women in the hospital after birth?Luckily, there is a growing number of OTs asking this question and doing something about it. And, my favorite part of this movement is th...
2023-11-161h 18TheOncoPT PodcastPregnancy & Post-Partum in Cancer Rehab: How to START Treating These PatientsSend us a textEvery once in a while, you're a part of a conversation that changes the entire trajectory of your career. This is one of them.Many of your patients are mothers, some even new mothers. So how does that affect your plan of care? Turns out, potentially A LOT. Pregnant & postpartum patients experience tremendous change to their bodies, which absolutely affects their movement & their function. Today we’re tackling the collision of pregnancy, postpartum, & oncology head-on with Dr. Rebeca Segraves.In today’s power-packed episode, we cover:
2023-10-171h 00
Acute ConversationsStop Skipping The Mother: Hazardous Problems And Powerful SolutionsShow Notes
Today’s Guests:
Rebeca Segraves PT, DPT
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Women’s Health Physical Therapy
rebeca@enhancedrecoverywellness.com
https://enhancedrecoveryafterdelivery.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rebeca-segraves2030/
https://twitter.com/RebecaSegraves
https://www.instagram.com/rebecasegraves_/
https://www.instagram.com/pelvichealthnetwork/
Jenna Segraves PT, DPT
Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurological Physical Therapy
jenna.segraves@gmail.com
Erin Locati PT, DPT
erin@risepelvicpt.com
IG: erin locati_pt
2023-10-1136 min
The Mother Wit PodcastEp. 53 Virtual Pelvic Health Consultations, with Laura Williams, DPT, founder of Hearth HealingMy guest today is Laura Williams is a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and Board-Certified Women’s Health Clinical Specialist. She lives in Salida, CO with her husband, 2 daughters and 2 dogs. Laura founded a practice called Hearth Healing, a pre and postnatal pelvic health consultation service that offers accessible information in a 100% virtual space. Though not a substitute for in-person healthcare, pelvic health consultation is a way to bridge the gap in maternal care. Laura believes that everyone has a right to honest, evidence-based, individualized support during pregnancy and postpartum. At Hearth, Laura offers self-management strategies, exercise modifications, early he...
2023-07-311h 10
Whats Best For The Patient Is Best For BusinessPhysical Therapy in the Maternity Ward with Dr. Rebeca Segraves, DPTIn this episode, I talk with Dr. Rebecca Seagraves, DPT, who is revolutionizing the way occupational and physical therapists serve clients in the hospital. Dr. Seagraves focuses on training acute care therapists to support individuals undergoing birth and pelvic surgery within 24 to 48 hours. The importance of this work becomes evident when considering that cesarean sections are the most common surgery in the United States, outnumbering knee replacements.Dr. Seagraves emphasizes the need for equitable care and highlights the alarming rates of maternal deaths in the country, particularly among black women. By expanding the role of therapists in...
2023-05-3025 min
Healthy Wealthy & SmartDr. Rebeca Segraves: Hospital PT and OT After ChildbirthIn this episode, Founder of Enhanced Recovery After Delivery, Rebeca Segraves, talks about physical and occupational therapy care after childbirth. Today, Rebeca talks about why this work is important, the ideal OT-PT-patient ratio, and the major mental health component. What should PTs and OTs be assessing in a person after childbirth in the hospital? Hear about hospital discharge criteria, preventing readmissions, and get Rebeca's words of advice, all on today's episode of The Healthy, Wealthy & Smart Podcast. Key Takeaways "A full evaluation by both disciplines is recommended after any type...
2023-01-1643 min
The Pelvic Floor Project61. Cesarean recovery: A call for physiotherapy in the early healing phase with Dr. Rebecca SegravesIn this episode, fellow physiotherapist Dr. Rebecca Segraves and I discuss:The lack of support for c-section recoveryHow physiotherapists support patients in the hospital after other surgical proceduresHow physiotherapists can support women after cesarean birth and how this can decrease complications, enhance recovery and improve mental wellbeingThe disparities Dr. Rebecca Segraves witnessed when working with the maternal population in hospitalThe motivation behind her recent clinical commentary and how it has sparked changeWays to initiate conversation around change in our current health care systemRebeca Segraves, PT, DPT is a physical therapist and Board-Certified Women’s Health Clinical Spe...
2022-10-2444 min
Healthy Wealthy & Smart598: The Implication of the Dobbs Verdict for Physical TherapistsIn this episode, Founder of Enhanced Recovery After Delivery™, Dr. Rebeca Segraves, Co-Founder of Entropy Physiotherapy, Dr. Sarah Haag, Owner and Founder of Reform Physical Therapy, Dr. Abby Bales, and Co-Owner of Entropy Physiotherapy, Dr. Sandy Hilton, talk about the consequences of overturning Roe v. Wade. Today, they talk about the importance of taking proactive measure in communities, and the legal and ethical obligations of healthcare practitioners. How do physical therapists get the trust of communities who already don't trust healthcare? Hear about red-flagged multipurpose drugs, advocating for young people's education, providing physical therapy care du...
2022-07-181h 06
Memoirs - True Stories, UnfilteredMemoirs CoS "True Stories, Unfiltered." Episode #7 - ReciprocityWelcome to the Memoirs COS True Stories, Unfiltered.
Reciprocity is a concept that requires at its foundation to be open to giving.
Meet your Memoirs storytellers for this evening.
These individuals have real, unfiltered life experiences to share.
Here's to giving them reciprocity by taking in their stories and getting insight into another's perspective.
Rebeca Segraves - Reciprocal Wishes
Garrett Goggans - I can’t even say that
Lauren N. Penn - Rigged in your favor
Looking forward to listening to how reciprocity ha...
2021-12-1358 min