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Pelvic pain is a multifaceted condition that often spans multiple medical specialties. The challenge of diagnosing pelvic pain lies in its wide range of potential causes, which can include gynecological, urological, musculoskeletal, and neurological origins. A structured and systematic approach is...
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October is National Physical Therapy Month, a time to raise awareness about the benefits of physical therapy in improving the quality of life and overall health of our society. Musculoskeletal dysfunction is a common but often overlooked contributor to chronic pelvic pain (CPP), and physical...
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Understanding the Chronic Pelvic Pain Challenge
Many clinicians lack the know-how to conduct evidence-based assessments of pelvic pain, leading to difficulties in identifying overlapping pain syndromes, central sensitization, and their impact on surgical outcomes. Additionally, they may not...
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Low back and/or pelvic pain (LBPP) is common during pregnancy: worldwide prevalence ranges from 24% to 90%. A meta-analysis of 1,040 women in 10 studies explored the efficacy of acupuncture for LBPP. Results seen in women who received acupuncture:
- Pain relief: significant
- Functional status...
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Endometriosis is a complex burdensome disease associated with pelvic pain and infertility. Earlier/better diagnosis might lead to better outcomes. But there are no biological markers. Will there ever be? Dr. Georgine Lamvu, professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Central Florida...
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In a study published in the journal Environment International, researchers analyzed the impact of green space on premenstrual symptoms (PMS). Around one-fifth of women experience clinically relevant symptoms both physical and psychological. The study probed the effect of living in an area with green...
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Results of a focus group brought to light the perspectives of 29 women (mean age 46 years) experiencing urinary tract infections (UTI). The results, reported in the Journal of Urology, identified 7 themes (below) in these categories: 1) the problems with taking antibiotics and 2) resentment towards...
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A draft of a guideline from NICE—the United Kingdom’s National Institute for Health and Care Excellence—has been completed. Its title is “Pelvic floor dysfunction: prevention and non-surgical management”; it seeks to educate and to clarify the problem that too many women face. The guideline...
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Endometriosis affects about 10% of women worldwide. It can cause chronic pelvic pain, scars, bleeding, discomfort during periods and sex, infertility, and be expensive. Diagnosis may prove difficult due to symptoms being similar to other gynecological or digestive disorders, and a confirmed...
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An article in Anaesthesia, the journal of the Association of Anaesthetists, covered the prevalence, challenges to sufferers, and difficulties of managing chronic pelvic pain (CPP). Although CPP is common, there has been little research on how best to manage it. One of the difficulties is the variety...