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International Urogynecology Journal
Published in: International Urogynecology Journal 4/2003

01-10-2003 | Original Article

Rehabilitation of the short pelvic floor. II: Treatment of the patient with the short pelvic floor

Authors: M. P. FitzGerald, R. Kotarinos

Published in: International Urogynecology Journal | Issue 4/2003

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Abstract

Several urogynecologic syndromes are associated with the clinical finding of a short, painful, tender and weak pelvic floor and a variety of connective tissue abnormalities. Techniques for rehabilitation include the avoidance of perpetuating factors, rehabilitation of extrapelvic musculoskeletal abnormalities, the use of manual techniques and needling to promote resolution of connective tissue problems, closure of any diastasis recti, and transvaginal/transrectal manual release of muscular trigger points and contractures. Therapy can be facilitated by pudendal or epidural nerve block. Patients contribute to their success through home maintenance programs.
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Metadata
Title
Rehabilitation of the short pelvic floor. II: Treatment of the patient with the short pelvic floor
Authors
M. P. FitzGerald
R. Kotarinos
Publication date
01-10-2003
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
International Urogynecology Journal / Issue 4/2003
Print ISSN: 0937-3462
Electronic ISSN: 1433-3023
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-003-1050-7

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