Endometriosis, Uterine Fibroids, PCOS (PMOS), and Fertility: An Integrative Osteopathic Approach with Claudia Béland, RN, DO

Aeroparc Gilze-Rijen Koffie/thee, lunch & syllabus English

This course offers an integrative approach to gynecological disorders, including endometriosis, uterine fibroids, PMOS (PCOS), and fertility issues.

These conditions, which are frequently encountered in clinical practice, are often accompanied by pelvic pain, hormonal imbalances, digestive dysfunction, and a significant impact on quality of life. Managing them requires a comprehensive understanding of the interactions between the gynecological, hormonal, digestive, and nervous systems.

This training offers a detailed framework for assessing the pelvic region. It focuses on how mechanical, vascular, and nervous system factors may affect symptoms, while helping participants identify tissue restrictions and functional imbalances.

Specific osteopathic techniques are taught to improve the mobility of pelvic structures, promote circulation, and support functional balance. The approach also incorporates an understanding of inflammatory and hormonal factors, as well as lifestyle factors, to optimize comprehensive care.

This course aims to provide participants with a structured, nuanced clinical approach that is directly applicable in practice.

Course Objectives

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the main characteristics of endometriosis, fibroids, PCOS, and fertility disorders

• Identify the interactions between the gynecological, hormonal, digestive, and nervous systems

• Perform an osteopathic assessment of the pelvic region

• Identify associated tissue restrictions and functional imbalances

• Apply specific osteopathic techniques tailored to the various conditions

• Integrate inflammatory, hormonal, and environmental factors into clinical reasoning

• Provide therapeutical education to support fertility and other conditions

On day 3

Intra-Pelvic Osteopathic Approach (Internal Vaginal Approach – 1 Day)

Preparation for internal practice:

• Review of relevant anatomy

• Review of the urinary and gynecological systems

• Presentation of a step-by-step protocol for the internal vaginal approach

• Guided practical application

• Introduction to nervous system–focused techniques for pelvic dysfunctions

Claudia Béland began her career in healthcare as a Registered Nurse in 1997. Over the years, she has worked in a variety of clinical settings, including intensive care, emergency and recovery rooms, both in Canada and internationally, as well as in Northern Quebec with Indigenous communities.

Driven by a strong interest in the human body and a desire to broaden her approach to patient care, Claudia pursued her studies in osteopathy at the Collège d’Études Ostéopathiques de Montréal (CEO). She graduated in 2012 with a postgraduate diploma in clinical osteopathy and has since completed numerous advanced courses and continuing education programs. She joined the team at Clinique Camirand Muzzi in 2013.

With a particular interest in women’s health, Claudia’s clinical practice focuses on gynecology, obstetrics, fertility and pelvic health. Her continuing education includes training in endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapses, fertility, menopause, urogynecology and endocrinology. Her approach integrates her background in nursing and osteopathy, with an emphasis on individualized care, therapeutic education and collaboration with other healthcare professionals.

Claudia has been a faculty member at the Collège d’Études Ostéopathiques de Montréal since 2017, where she was teaching urogynecology and obstetrics. She teaches osteopaths with healthcare professionals internationally through postgraduate programs in urogynecology and obstetrics developed by Nathalie Camirand and offered in Belgium and Germany and also teaches in Canada, Poland, Brasil, France.

Committed to advancing education and support for women living with pelvic and gynecological conditions, Claudia collaborates with organizations including Endométriose Québec and Vivre 100 Fibromes. In 2021, she co-created, with nutritionist and dietitian Céline Saloumi, an online integrative support program for women living with endometriosis.

Claudia is a member of Osteopathie Québec and the Ordre des infirmières et infirmiers du Québec (OIIQ).