Newfoundland, NJ 973-281-4921 · 2713 NJ-23 S, Suite 8A 2&3
Thrive Pelvic Health & Wellness

Michaela Scotten Shuhnicki

OTR/L, PCES · Pelvic Health Occupational Therapist

Michaela received her Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Science from Messiah University in 2015 and her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University in 2017. She is certified through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, certified as a Fieldwork Educator through the American Occupational Therapy Association, and a member of the Alpha Eta Honor Society for Health Professions.

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Thrive Pelvic Health & Wellness
Experience

Experience across the lifespan.

She has extensive experience treating individuals with orthopedic, neurological, and cognitive conditions, specializing in pelvic health and rehabilitation. She has worked in acute inpatient and outpatient rehab settings, home health, early intervention, and outpatient pediatrics. Michaela is committed to providing care with excellence and compassion to empower clients to live life to the fullest.

Continuing Education

Training in pelvic health.

Training
Functions and Dysfunctions of the Pelvic Girdle and Pelvic Floor
Training
OT Pioneers: Introduction to Pelvic Floor Therapy for Occupational Therapists
Training
Pelvic Rehab Manual Assessment and Treatment Techniques
Training
Pelvic Floor Level 2B with Herman & Wallace (Function, Dysfunction and Treatment: Urogynecologic Examination and Treatment Interventions)
Certification
Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist Certification
Training
OT Elevate: The Biopsychosocial Approach to Colorectal Conditions
Training
Basics of Pediatric Pelvic Floor Treatment
Training
Treatment of the Pediatric Pelvic Floor
Training
Pelvic Floor in the Postpartum Patient: Evaluation and Treatment
Training
Evidence-Based Treatment of the SIJ/Pelvis
Training
DONA International Birth Doula Training
Training
Core Exercise Solutions: Pelvis Pro
Outside the Clinic

Life beyond the treatment table.

In her free time, Michaela loves to spend time with her husband, two young children, and two dogs, taking walks and visiting new coffee shops. She also enjoys taking continuing education courses, traveling, and gluten-free baking.

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