Mechanisms of pelvic floor muscle training for managing urinary incontinence in women: a scoping review

Mechanisms of pelvic floor muscle training for managing urinary incontinence in women: a scoping review

Abstract Background Pelvic floor muscle training is recommended as first line treatment for urinary incontinence in women based on three proposed theorized mechanisms: ‘Enhanced Pelvic Floor Muscle Strength,’ ‘Maximized Awareness of Timing,’ and ‘Strengthened Core Muscles’. The purpose of this scopi...

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Main Authors: Ying Sheng, Janet S. Carpenter, James A. Ashton-Miller, Janis M. Miller
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-05-01
Series:BMC Women's Health
Subjects:
Urinary incontinence
Kegel
Knack skill
Pelvic muscle exercises
Physical therapy
Transversus abdominis
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12905-022-01742-w

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12905-022-01742-w

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