Introduction to menopause & beyond: the patients' journey

This is an educational talk for osteopaths and other practitioners who would like to understand their patients' experience of peri-menopause, menopause and post-menopause, and how to signpost them to support healthy ageing.

We will cover:

Introduction
Female life cycle
Menopause definitions
Where hormones are made and what kinds
Symptoms - common & uncommon
MSK symptoms and considerations
Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM)
- break -
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) / Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT)
Topical oestrogen for GSM
Cancer & HRT/ MHT
The spiritual journey
Alternative options
Lifestyle changes & strategies
- break -
Case studies
Resources for patients & practitioners
Group discussion - knowledge sharing

Date: Sunday, 27/10/2024

Time: 10:00 - 13:30 (there will be 2 breaks approximately 1 hour apart)

Format: online/ Zoom webinar (link will be emailed approx. 1 week before the event)

Cost: £50

Please read before booking:

By reserving your place on this webinar you agree to/ acknowledge that:

* You will be contacted by email about this course (i.e. payment details, zoom link, feedback form etc.) - please check your spam/junk folder regularly and/ or add petra@pkosteopathy.co.uk into your contacts.

*After booking, you will receive payment details - payments are to be made within 7 days of booking, after which you will receive one reminder. If the amount remains outstanding for further 7 days, the place will be cancelled.

* Refunds will be made in full for cancellations made up to 7 days prior to the webinar and will be processed within one week of receiving your account information for a transfer. I am afraid no refunds can be made for cancelled places in less than 7 days prior to the course, unless a substitute participant can be found.

*You will NOT copy, record or photograph any part of the presentation.

*This webinar will be recorded only for organiser's learning purposes and not for further distribution.

*This is an introduction to this topic - you will be encouraged to explore the resources provided should you wish to learn more.

*All information presented is for educational purposes only - I cannot answer any personal questions or provide advice related to your condition or presentation - an appointment with your GP/ a menopause specialist would be required.

*Any information/ activities/ supplements you try as a result of this webinar are done so at your own risk.

*No techniques are going to be discussed or demonstrated.

*You will be required to complete a feedback form in order to receive your attendance confirmation letter and a list of resources and references discussed during the webinar.

Feedback from past webinar attendees:

"The course was excellent, thank you. 5/5 for info”

"I really enjoyed the session. The level of detail was great - I feel that I got a really comprehensive overview of menopause and can now see where the gaps in my knowledge are and where I can look for the information.”

"Thank you – it was really interesting & informative. I think many more practitioners would benefit from your knowledge.”

"The resource pack is excellent, very thorough, and I look forward to reading further into this subject using the resources you've supplied.”

“Whole webinar was presented in a very clear way and with a good pace. Slides were easy to read. Knowledge was fantastic, and the way Petra delivered all information was very good.”

“Thanks again for an inspiring morning.”

I graduated as an osteopath from University College of Osteopathy (formerly BSO) after which I completed the Diploma in Paediatric Osteopathy, and then the Diploma in Women's Health Osteopathy. I've been taking courses on female health including continence issues, gynaecology, and menopause on a regular basis. I also observed at Guy's Hospital's specialist menopause clinic. Having practised in England since my graduation 10 years ago, I moved to Orkney Islands in Scotland 2 years ago where I give talks for the public on female health including the menopause.