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Hakim S, Santoso BI, Rahardjo HE, Setiati S, Kusumaningsih W, Erwinanto, Prihartono J, Ibrahim N, Indriatmi W. Analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate approach to develop a pelvic floor muscle training guidebook to treat stress urinary incontinence in women. Obstet Gynecol Sci 2024; 67:323-334. [PMID: 38479353 PMCID: PMC11099090 DOI: 10.5468/ogs.23212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2023] [Revised: 12/09/2023] [Accepted: 02/27/2024] [Indexed: 05/18/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is a common problem that affects the quality of life of women worldwide. Pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) is an effective conservative first-line treatment for SUI. However, low compliance with PFMT is one of the main reasons for therapeutic failure. Indirect supervision using a guidebook may improve PFMT outcomes. To develop a PFMT guidebook using the analyze, design, development, implementation, and evaluation (ADDIE) method. METHODS A guidebook was developed from July 2020 to April 2021 using the ADDIE method. This prospective study used mixed methods, namely qualitative analysis, focus group discussions, and in-depth interviews, and involved various experts from urogynecology, urology, medical rehabilitation, and physiotherapy departments. A pilot study was conducted on patients with SUI to evaluate the effectiveness of the guidebook. RESULTS The ADDIE method was successfully implemented to develop the PFMT guidebook. The formative evaluation of the ADDIE steps mainly focused on the PFMT technique, content clarity, illustration, design, and color choice of the book. After the pilot study, the guidebook significantly improved Incontinence Impact Questionnaire, Short Form, 1-hour pad test, and perineometer scores. However, the pilot study showed no significant improvement in Urogenital Distress Inventory, Short Form scores. CONCLUSION The PFMT guidebook developed using the ADDIE method improved outcomes in patients with SUI.
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- Surahman Hakim
- Urogynecology Division, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital, Jakarta,
Indonesia
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Indonesia, Jakarta,
Indonesia
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- Urogynecology Division, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital, Jakarta,
Indonesia
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- Geriatrics Division, Department of Internal Medicine, Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital, Jakarta,
Indonesia
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- Urogynecology Division, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Kariadi Hospital, Semarang,
Indonesia
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- Department of Community Medicine, Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital, Jakarta,
Indonesia
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- Department of Physiology and Biophysics, Faculty of Medicine University of Indonesia, Jakarta,
Indonesia
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- Dermatology and Venereology, Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital, Jakarta,
Indonesia
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Park J, Lee K, Lee K. Effect of Fluid and Caffeine Management on Quality of Life in Older Women with Overactive Bladder in Rural Korea: A Pilot Study. J Multidiscip Healthc 2024; 17:1549-1559. [PMID: 38617084 PMCID: PMC11016249 DOI: 10.2147/jmdh.s441256] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 03/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024] Open
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Purpose This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of the simplified intervention, consisting of fluid and caffeine management alone in older women with overactive bladder symptoms. Patients and Methods A quasi-experimental pretest-posttest design was used. Rural, community-dwelling older women were recruited at four senior centers in South Korea. Of the 63 participants initially enrolled, 34 met the inclusion criteria. One group (n = 15) used fluid and caffeine management alone (FM), and the other group (n = 12) used a combination of fluid and caffeine management and pelvic floor muscle training (FM+PFMT). Urinary symptom-specific health-related quality of life was measured using the Korean version of KHQ. Sleep quality was measured using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. After the intervention, participants were assessed 4 and 8 weeks. A linear mixed model was used for the analysis. Results The mean age of the participants was 74.44 ± 5.67 years. Among the nine domains of KHQ, impact on life and physical limitations decreased significantly in both groups, without significant between-group differences. Sleep/energy increased in both groups, and the scores in the FM+PFMT group were significantly improved. The number of micturition episodes per day and the quality of sleep did not differ significantly between the two groups. Conclusion A simplified intervention, consisting of fluid and caffeine management alone can be considered as the first-line intervention to improve health-related quality of life in rural, community-dwelling, older women with overactive bladder symptoms. Healthcare providers should consider providing a relatively simple, but equally effective intervention to maximize the adherence and effectiveness.
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- Jeongok Park
- College of Nursing, Mo-Im Kim Nursing Research Institute, Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea
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- College of Nursing, Kyungbok University, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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- College of Nursing, Gachon University, Incheon, South Korea
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Perrier ET, Aumont L. Pelvic Floor Muscle Training Using the Perifit Device for the Treatment of Urinary Incontinence: A Pragmatic Trial Using Real-World Data. WOMEN'S HEALTH REPORTS (NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y.) 2024; 5:250-258. [PMID: 38516650 PMCID: PMC10956527 DOI: 10.1089/whr.2023.0172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 03/23/2024]
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Introduction There is a need for home-based alternatives for women to self-manage urinary incontinence (UI). Using a real-world data approach, the aim of this analysis was to evaluate whether training with the Perifit device was effective in reducing UI symptoms. Materials and Methods A total of 6060 women (45 ± 10 years) with UI who purchased the Perifit device, completed a validated symptoms questionnaire before training (T1) and again at one or several predefined timepoints during training: T2, after completing 40-60 games; T3, after 90-120 games; and/or T4, after 280-300 games. Results UI symptom score decreased progressively from 8.4 ± 4.8 points at T1; to 6.3 ± 4.7 points, 5.5 ± 4.5 points, and 4.6 ± 4.5 points at T2, T3, and T4, respectively (all p < 0.001). The percentage of respondents reporting objective improvement in UI symptoms increased from 71%, to 79%, to 85% at T2, T3, and T4, respectively. Effect size was medium (T2) to large (T3, T4). Higher symptom score at baseline was associated with higher likelihood of improvement. There was no effect of other characteristics including respondent age, menopausal status, time since childbirth, prolapse, or baseline strength on symptom improvement. Conclusions This analysis of responses from over 6000 real-world users suggests that home training with the Perifit may be an effective way to reduce UI symptoms in women of all ages. Given the quality of life, economic, and social burdens of living with UI symptoms, home-based pelvic floor muscle training with the Perifit may be a promising tool to allow women to self-manage UI.
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- Erica T. Perrier
- Department of Research & Development, X6 Innovations, Paris, France
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- Department of Research & Development, X6 Innovations, Paris, France
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Cross D, Waheed N, Krake M, Gahreman D. Effectiveness of supervised Kegel exercises using bio-feedback versus unsupervised Kegel exercises on stress urinary incontinence: a quasi-experimental study. Int Urogynecol J 2023; 34:913-920. [PMID: 35802177 PMCID: PMC9266083 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-022-05281-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2022] [Accepted: 06/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS The objective was to investigate and compare the efficacy of supervised Kegel exercises with bio-feedback on stress urinary incontinence (SUI) and pelvic floor muscle strength (PFMS) compared with unsupervised Kegel exercises. METHOD Matched-group quasi-experimental study of 29 female participants divided into two groups (supervised and non-supervised) was conducted over 12 weeks. Baseline measurements of PFMS were undertaken by a women's health physiotherapist and a Kegel exercise regime bespoke designed for each participant. The supervised group visited the physiotherapist monthly for bio-feedback training (BT); the unsupervised group continued at home with their individualised Kegel exercises. Data were collected via a perineometer (Peritron™) and self-reporting responses to questionnaires. All participants received a final PFMS measurement on completion of the study. RESULTS Overall Incontinence Severity index (ISI) score was significantly lower in the supervised group post-intervention. Wilcoxon signed-rank tests indicated that supervised Kegel exercises significantly reduced frequency (p= 0.002) and severity (p= 0.020) of overall ISI. Analysis of PFMS were not significantly different, despite an increase in maximum voluntary contraction or pelvic floor muscle strength (PFMS) (p= 0.032) in the supervised group. Of the questionnaires, results of Wilcoxon signed-rank tests indicated that "total bother" was significantly reduced (p= 0.005) in the supervised group. The correlation analysis between PFMS and ISI did not reveal any significant results. CONCLUSIONS The study confirmed that supervised BT is more effective in reducing SUI than unsupervised Kegel exercises, and that this reduction in ISI score did not correlate with the improvement in PFMS.
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- Donelle Cross
- College of Health and Human Sciences, Charles Darwin University, Darwin, Northern Territory, 0909, Australia.
- College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University, Bedford Park, 5042, Australia.
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- College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University, Bedford Park, 5042, Australia
- College of Nursing and Midwifery, Charles Darwin University, Darwin, Northern Territory, 0909, Australia
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- College of Health and Human Sciences, Charles Darwin University, Darwin, Northern Territory, 0909, Australia
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Hisashiki R, Miyachi R, Miyazaki J. Effects of axial extension on pelvic floor displacement and abdominal muscle activity during a pelvic floor muscle task. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil 2023; 36:751-757. [PMID: 36776039 DOI: 10.3233/bmr-220218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND The effects of axial extension on pelvic floor displacement and abdominal muscle activity during pelvic floor muscle (PFM) exercises are not well known. OBJECTIVE To clarify the effect of sitting axial extension on pelvic floor displacement and abdominal muscle activity during a PFM task. METHODS Pelvic floor displacement, abdominal muscle activity, and subjective kinesthesia of the PFM were compared between the resting and axial-extended sitting positions during a pelvic floor task in 34 healthy young men. RESULTS No significant difference in pelvic floor displacement was observed between the resting and axial extension sitting position. Subjective kinesthesia was significantly easier to perform in axial extension than in resting sitting position during pelvic floor depression. Abdominal oblique muscle activity was higher in axial extension than in resting sitting position during pelvic floor depression. The changes in axial extension were significantly greater in the internal oblique muscles during elevation and in the internal and external oblique muscles during depression than in the lower rectus abdominis muscles. CONCLUSION Axial extension in the sitting position does not change pelvic floor displacement during the PFM task. However, axial extension may be effective in facilitating subjective kinesthesia of PFM and in increasing oblique abdominal muscle activity.
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- Ryota Hisashiki
- Department of Rehabilitation, Shiga Medical Center, Moriyama, Japan
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- Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Hokuriku University, Kanazawa, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Science, Kyoto Tachibana University, Kyoto, Japan
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Djivoh YS, De Jaeger D. Intra-abdominal and perineal pressures during abdominal exercises: A cross sectional study in postpartum women. Neurourol Urodyn 2023; 42:205-212. [PMID: 36316806 DOI: 10.1002/nau.25069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2022] [Accepted: 10/10/2022] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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AIMS Low intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) and high perineal pressure (PP) are safe conditions for pelvic floor. This study aims to measure IAP and PP in Beninese post-partum women during abdominal exercises and determine what exercise presents less risk for pelvic floor after delivery. METHODS IAP and PP were measured at rest and during exercises performed in random order: Cough, pelvic floor contraction (PFC), Curl-up, diaphragmatic aspiration (DA), Drawing-in, DA + Curl-up and Drawing-in+Curl-up, using a Micro-Full biofeedback PHENIX-Vivaltis with dual-channel probe. Results were presented as change from rest (maximal value during exercise minus value at rest) and expressed in percentage of this change for the reference exercise, Cough for IAP and PFC for PP. The ANOVA repeated measures test was used to compare pressures between exercises. RESULTS Seventeen postpartum women participated to this study. The maximal IAP and PP change were the highest (100%), respectively, during cough and PFC. During DA, IAP was the lowest (-7%) and PP was 51%. During Curl-up, IAP was moderate (43%) and significantly higher than during PFC (33%), Drawing-in (16%) and DA. PP was low (29%) and similar to that during Drawing-in (23%). Compared to Curl-up, Drawing-in+Curl-up increased PP (50%) but did not decrease IAP (40%). DA + Curl-up increased PP (58%) and decreased IAP (31%) compared to Curl-up but not compared to DA. CONCLUSION DA is safe and Curl-up presents little risk for the pelvic floor. According to interindividual variations observed in IAP and PP, intrinsic factors should be considered in future studies.
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- Yollande Sènan Djivoh
- Clinique Universitaire de Médecine Physique et Réadaptation du CNHU-HKM, Université d'Abomey Calavi, UAC, Cotonou, Bénin.,Physiology and Biomechanics of Locomotion Laboratory, Institute of NeuroScience (IoNS), Université catholique de Louvain (UCL), Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium
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- Physiology and Biomechanics of Locomotion Laboratory, Institute of NeuroScience (IoNS), Université catholique de Louvain (UCL), Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium
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Liu DD, Xin J, Liu W, Zhang YF, Li P. Evaluation of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction by Pelvic Floor Ultrasonography after Total Hysterectomy for Cervical Cancer. SCANNING 2022; 2022:5914344. [PMID: 36247719 PMCID: PMC9534714 DOI: 10.1155/2022/5914344] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2022] [Revised: 09/06/2022] [Accepted: 09/14/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Objective To study the value of pelvic floor ultrasonography in evaluating pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) after total hysterectomy for cervical cancer. Methods All the enrolled patients were given 4D pelvic floor ultrasound examination before and after surgery. The results of ultrasonic examination and the parameters of four-dimensional ultrasonic examination before and after surgery were analyzed, and the quality of life of the patients before and after surgery was evaluated. Results Postoperatively, the posterior angle of bladder and urethra, the rotation angle of urethra, the decreased value of bladder neck, and the distance between bladder neck and pubic symphysis were (122.60 ± 9.53)°, (136.47 ± 14.67)°, (58.90 ± 18.19)°, (18.14 ± 7.32) mm, and (2.76 ± 0.46) cm, significantly greater than the preoperative (89.90 ± 9.59)°, (107.30 ± 9.96)°, (27.59 ± 10.96)°, (13.27 ± 5.69) mm, and (2.24 ± 0.21) cm (P < 0.05). Postoperative detrusor muscle thickness, bladder neck movement, residual urine volume, and bladder rotation angle (4.48 ± 0.82) mm, (0.64 ± 0.17) cm, (12.82 ± 2.69) ml, (12.11 ± 2.43)° were significantly higher than those of preoperative (3.70 ± 0.64) mm, (0.43 ± 0.18) cm, (4.83 ± 1.07) ml, (4.30 - 1.19)° (P < 0.05). The scores of emotional function, psychological function, social function, and physiological function were (2.35 ± 0.75) points, (2.45 ± 0.66) points, (2.30 ± 0.77) points, and (2.19 ± 0.71) points, significantly higher than those of (1.01 ± 0.50) points, (1.25 ± 0.54) points, and (1.00 ± 0.57) points before surgery, (1.05 ± 0.46) (P < 0.05). Conclusions The application of pelvic floor ultrasonography to detect pelvic floor dysfunction after total hysterectomy can clearly display the anatomical structure of the pelvic floor, which is conducive to disease prevention and treatment. Four-dimensional pelvic floor ultrasound can clearly show the postoperative pelvic floor function, which is worthy of clinical promotion and reference.
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- Dan-dan Liu
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Laishan Branch of Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Yantai, Shandong 264003, China
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- Obstetric Center, Qingdao Eighth People's Hospital, Qingdao, Shandong 266000, China
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- Health Management Division, Qingdao Eighth People's Hospital, Qingdao, Shandong 266000, China
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- Surgery, Laishan Branch of Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Yantai, Shandong 264003, China
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- Operation Room, Laishan Branch of Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Yantai, Shandong 264003, China
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The Perception of Pelvic Floor Muscle Function amongst Exercising Women Who Are Repeatedly Instructed to Contract Their Pelvic Floor Muscles. Healthcare (Basel) 2022; 10:healthcare10091768. [PMID: 36141380 PMCID: PMC9498406 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare10091768] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2022] [Revised: 09/08/2022] [Accepted: 09/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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In this study, the self-perception of pelvic floor muscle (PFM) contractions amongst women receiving repeated verbal instructions during exercise classes was examined. The prevalence and severity of urinary stress incontinence were also assessed. This cross-sectional observational study included 46 women (mean age 48 (±8.6)), who regularly participated in Pilates classes where repeated instruction was given to contract PFM (“instruction group”; N = 22) or not (controls, N = 24). PFM function was evaluated using transabdominal ultrasound. Simultaneously, the participant described her personal evaluation of her PFM contraction ability. The International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire–Short Form was also utilized. Most women (80%) correctly contract PFM; however, 95% did not perform a voluntary contraction during leg movement, without differences observed between groups. A higher perception of PFM contraction was found in the “instruction group” when performing knee flexion towards the chest without specific verbal instruction. Women who were instructed to contract their PFM suffered less incontinence and had a lower degree of severity than the controls. Most women performing Pilates exercises correctly contracted their PFM. However, there was no PFM voluntary contraction during leg movement. Exposure to repeated verbal instructions to contract PFM, over time, might lead to an improvement in women’s perception of their ability to contract PFM. Verbal instructions for PFM contraction were found to be effective in reducing urinary incontinence.
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Effects of Adding Ultrasound Biofeedback to Individualized Pelvic Floor Muscle Training on Extensibility of the Pelvic Floor Muscle and Anterior Pelvic Organ Prolapse in Postmenopausal Women. CONTRAST MEDIA & MOLECULAR IMAGING 2022; 2022:4818011. [PMID: 35833069 PMCID: PMC9246575 DOI: 10.1155/2022/4818011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2022] [Revised: 04/22/2022] [Accepted: 04/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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The aim of the study was to determine effects of adding transperineal ultrasound (TPUS) biofeedback to individualized pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) on extensibility of the pelvic floor muscle and anterior pelvic organ prolapse (POP) in postmenopausal women. A total of 77 patients with POP at stage I or stage II were admitted to Beijing Shijitan Hospital, China, from January 2017 to October 2018. They were randomly divided into a control group (CG) (n = 37) or a study group (SG) (n = 40). Both SG and CG received a 12-week PFMT including health education, verbal instruction, and home training. However, the SG, but not the CG, received additional TPUS biofeedback. Data of these patients were retrospectively reviewed. The distance from the lowest point of the bladder to the inferior-posterior margin of the symphysis pubis (BSP) and the levator hiatus area (LHA) were measured on maximal Valsalva via TPUS before and after the 12-week PFMT. Correct pelvic floor muscle contraction (PFMC) rates before and after PFMT were compared between the two groups. The correct PFMC rate was higher in the SG than that in the CG (92.5% vs. 73%; x2 = 5.223, p=0.022). The BSP was increased but the LHA was reduced after the 12-week PFMT in both groups compared to those before PFMT (all p < 0.05). However, after the PFMT, the SG showed greater improvement than the CG for both BSP (0.77 ± 0.71 cm vs. 0.11 ± 0.66 cm, p < 0.05) and LHA (20.69 ± 2.77 cm2 vs. 22.85 ± 3.98 cm2, p < 0.05). TPUS might be an effective biofeedback tool for PFMT in clinical practice. Individualized PFMT with TPUS biofeedback could significantly attenuate POP severity and strengthen the extensibility of pelvic floor muscle in postmenopausal women when they are under increased intraabdominal pressure.
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Validity and Reliability of an Offline Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Base Displacement in Women. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11092319. [PMID: 35566448 PMCID: PMC9100058 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11092319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2022] [Revised: 04/13/2022] [Accepted: 04/19/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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The effect of different exercises on the position of pelvic organs in women has not been sufficiently assessed. The objective was to analyze the validity and reliability of a new two-dimensional ultrasound algorithm to measure offline the displacement of the bladder base during abdominal exercises. This algorithm could be a useful method to future studies in determine the most appropriate exercises in sports and in rehabilitative program for the pelvic floor in women. All subjects were tested by transverse transabdominal ultrasound. The measurements were conducted offline using a customized code written in MATLAB (Ecolab) for image-processing, and manually on the ultrasound monitor using electronic calipers. The agreement was assessed with a paired t-test, Pearson’s linear correlation coefficient (r), the Lin’s concordance correlation coefficient (CCC), the intraclass correlation coefficient ICC (A,2) and a Bland–Altman plot. The reliability was confirmed by the interdays intra-rater ICC coefficient. The results were that Ecolab and ultrasound transducer measures did not differ statistically (p = 0.246). Furthermore, both methods showed a very strong relationship, and the Ecolab demonstrated to be a valid and reliable method. We concluded that Ecolab seemed to be a valid and reliable tool to assess the effect of abdominal contractions in the female pelvic floor.
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Quaghebeur J, Petros P, Wyndaele JJ, De Wachter S. Pelvic-floor function, dysfunction, and treatment. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2021; 265:143-149. [PMID: 34492609 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2021.08.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2021] [Revised: 07/15/2021] [Accepted: 08/24/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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The pelvic floor functions as a holistic entity. The organs, bladder, bowel, smooth and striated muscles, nerves, ligaments and other connective tissues are directed cortically and reflexly from various levels of the nervous system. Such holistic integration is essential for the system's multiple functions, for example, pelvic girdle stability, continence, voiding/defecation, and sexuality. Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) is related to a variety of pelvic pain syndromes and organ problems of continence and evacuation. Prior to treatment, it is necessary to understand which part(s) of the system may be causing the dysfunction (s) of Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome (CPPS), pelvic girdle pain, sexual problems, Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS), dysfunctional voiding, constipation, prolapse and incontinence. The interpretation of pelvic floor biomechanics is complex and involves multiple theories. Non-surgical treatment of PFD requires correct diagnosis and correctly supervised pelvic floor training. The aims of this review are to analyze pelvic function and dysfunction. Because it is a holistic and entirely anatomically based system, we have accorded significant weight to the Integral Theory's explanations of function and dysfunction.
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- Jörgen Quaghebeur
- Department of Urology, University of Antwerp, Edegem, Belgium; Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Edegem, Belgium.
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Kensington, Sydney, Australia
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- Department of Urology, University of Antwerp, Edegem, Belgium; Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Edegem, Belgium
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Martínez-Bustelo S, Ferri-Morales A, Corral-Gómez L, Castillo-García FJ, Castro-Varela V, Jácome MA. Transabdominal ultrasound to assess the displacement of the bladder base during abdominal and pelvic floor contractions in continent parous versus nulliparous women. Int Urogynecol J 2021; 33:2257-2266. [PMID: 33871665 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-021-04756-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2020] [Accepted: 03/03/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS The effect of different abdominal contractions on the position of pelvic organs in parous women during postpartum exercises has not been sufficiently assessed. The aim of this study was to evaluate the displacement of the bladder base (BB) during different pelvic floor and abdominal contractions in parous women compared to nulliparous women. We hypothesised that abdominal and perineal contractions will produce a disparate effect on the position of the BB between groups. METHODS Cross-sectional study including a convenience sample of 63 volunteers (35 nulliparous vs. 28 postpartum women). Transabdominal ultrasound was used in mode B to image the displacement of the BB. The protocol included six different pelvic floor and abdominal contractions commonly used in postpartum rehabilitation. RESULTS The BB elevated significantly more in the postpartum group compared to nulliparous women when performing submaximal contraction of pelvic floor and transversus abdominis muscles simultaneously with axial elongation of the back (0.93 ± 0.55 cm in parous women vs. 0.66 ± 0.46 cm in nulliparous women). In contrast, the BB was found to descend significantly during a curl-up contraction in both groups (0.93 ± 0.55 cm in parous women vs. 0.66 ± 0.46 cm in nulliparous women). CONCLUSIONS The overall results of this study showed that perineal and superficial abdominal contractions produced different immediate effects compared to deep abdominal contractions on the displacement of BB in parous and nulliparous women. Further research is required to assess the long-term effects of these contractions.
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- Sandra Martínez-Bustelo
- Faculty of Physiotherapy, Psychosocial Intervention and Functional Rehabilitation Research Group, University of A Coruña, Campus de Oza, CP 15006, A Coruña, Spain
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- Faculty of Physiotherapy and Nursing, University of Castilla-La Mancha, Real Fábrica de Armas, CP 45071, Toledo, Spain.
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- School of Industrial and Aerospace Engineering, University of Castilla-La Mancha, Real Fábrica de Armas s/n, CP 45071, Toledo, Spain
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- School of Industrial and Aerospace Engineering, University of Castilla-La Mancha, Real Fábrica de Armas s/n, CP 45071, Toledo, Spain
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- Midwife Unit. Healthcare center Cesullas. Galician Healthcare Service, A Coruña, Spain
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- Faculty of Science, University of A Coruña. CITIC, Campus de A Zapateira, CP 15071, A Coruña, Spain
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Ikeda M, Mori A. Vaginal palpation versus transabdominal ultrasound in the comprehension of pelvic floor muscle contraction after vaginal delivery: a randomised controlled trial. BMC WOMENS HEALTH 2021; 21:53. [PMID: 33549078 PMCID: PMC7866465 DOI: 10.1186/s12905-021-01203-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2020] [Accepted: 02/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Background Pelvic floor muscles support the pelvic organs and control voiding. The first choice in the repair of pelvic floor function that is damaged during pregnancy and delivery is pelvic floor muscle training, which involves repeated muscle relaxation and contraction. However, as muscle contractions cannot be visualised, it is difficult to assess whether patients understand how to contract them. Therefore, we assessed patients’ comprehension of pelvic floor muscle contraction by comparing two teaching methods, vaginal palpation and transabdominal ultrasound, following vaginal delivery. We hypothesised that vaginal palpation is better than transabdominal ultrasound in this regard. Methods This randomised controlled trial conducted in facilities in Tokyo, Japan between July 2018 and January 2019 included women aged ≥ 20 years at 4–6 weeks after vaginal delivery. The randomisation involved website-based centralised allocation. The primary outcome was a change in bladder base displacement during pelvic floor muscle contraction before and after training, which was measured using transabdominal ultrasound. Participants performed three contractions for 3 s, and the mean value was used for statistical analysis. The secondary outcome was a change in understanding the contraction before and after training, which was measured using a five-point Likert scale questionnaire. Outcomes were analysed using Welch’s t-test. Results Sixty-five participants were randomly allocated to the vaginal palpation group (n = 32) and transabdominal ultrasound group (n = 33). Baseline characteristics were similar between the groups. Changes in bladder base displacement were not significantly different between the groups (p = 0.181). Within-group analyses showed that bladder base displacement was large in both groups after the respective intervention. There were no significant differences in any of the outcomes between the two groups before and after the intervention. Conclusions Vaginal palpation and transabdominal ultrasound might be useful for comprehending pelvic floor muscle contraction after vaginal delivery. Trial registration: UMIN 000032304. Registered 18 April 2018, https://upload.umin.ac.jp/cgi-open-bin/icdr_e/ctr_view.cgi?recptno=R000036820.
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- Mayumi Ikeda
- Graduate Course of Midwifery, Teikyo University, 2-11-1 Kaga, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
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- Department of Nursing, Shonan Kamakura University of Medical Sciences School of Nursing, 1195-3 Yamazaki, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa, Japan
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Khowailed IA, Disney H, Lee H. Gender-specific differences of normative values of pelvic floor muscle function in healthy adults population: an observational analytical study. Women Health 2020; 60:1185-1195. [PMID: 32854597 DOI: 10.1080/03630242.2020.1807449] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Females and males differ significantly in gross anatomy and physiology of the pelvic floor muscle, and these differences are commonly discussed in the scientific literature. However, less attention is dedicated to investigating the normative values of pelvic floor muscle (PFM) function between females and males. Our study aims to describe the normal reference values of PFM function in females and males of a healthy adult population using transabdominal ultrasound (TAUS). A total of 200 healthy adults, including 71 males and 129 females consented to participate in this study. Bladder base displacement was measured using a sagittal curved linear array 2-5 MHz transducer over the suprapubic region. The amount of bladder base movement on ultrasound was measured in all subjects from freeze frame ultrasound images and considered as an indicator of PFM function. The average age of subjects was (26.1 ± 2.6 years), (24.4 ± 3.7 BMI). Statistical analysis revealed a significant difference in transabdominal ultrasound measurement for PFM function (p = .00000). The bladder base displacement was significantly greater in males compared to females (0.65 ± 0.42 vs. 0.38 ± 0.35, p <.001, 95% CI:0.16-0.38). The present study provides evidence of a gender-related PFM functional differences creating a baseline for the clinic to establish the normal percentile values of PFM function.
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- Iman Akef Khowailed
- Department of Physical Therapy, College of Rehabilitative Sciences, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences , San Marcos, California, USA
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- Department of Physical Therapy, College of Rehabilitative Sciences, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences , San Marcos, California, USA
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Gachon University , Incheon, Korea
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Fani M, Salehi R, Chitsaz N, Goharpey S, Zahednejad S. Transabdominal Ultrasound Imaging of Pelvic Floor Muscle Activity in Women With and Without Stress Urinary Incontinence: A Case-Control Study. JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY CANADA 2020; 42:1358-1363. [PMID: 32739357 DOI: 10.1016/j.jogc.2020.03.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2020] [Revised: 03/07/2020] [Accepted: 03/10/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Transabdominal ultrasound (TAU) is an easy and noninvasive way to evaluate and retrain pelvic floor muscle (PFM) function. The purpose of this study was to compare PFM activity in women with and without urinary incontinence (UI) by measuring bladder base displacement (as a marker for PFM activity) using TAU during PFM contraction, Valsalva's maneuver, and abdominal curl. METHODS Sixty-three women, aged 20-55 years, volunteered to participate in this cross-sectional study: 21 were continent and 42 had UI (21 stress urinary incontinence [SUI] and 21 mixed urinary incontinence [MUI]). Mean bladder base displacement in millimeters was measured to evaluate differences between the three groups (continent, SUI, and MUI) and also between the continent and UI groups during the performance of each maneuver. RESULTS No significant differences were seen between the three groups in bladder base elevation during PFM contraction (P > 0.05). Descent of the bladder base during Valsalva's maneuver and abdominal curl was significantly greater in women with SUI and MUI than in women in the continent group (P < 0.05). Comparison of the continent and UI groups showed no significant differences in elevation of the bladder base during PFM contraction, while descent of the bladder base was significantly greater in women with UI than in women in the continent group during Valsalva's maneuver and abdominal curl (P < 0.05). CONCLUSION TAU indicated that bladder base descent was greater in women with SUI and MUI than those in the continent group during the performance of maneuvers that increased intra-abdominal pressure. This effect may be due to decreased PFM performance in women with urinary incontinence.
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- Maedeh Fani
- Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Rehabilitation Research Center, Department of Rehabilitation Management, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Faculty of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Science, Isfahan, Iran
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- Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Research Center, Department of Physical Therapy, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.
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- Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Research Center, Department of Physical Therapy, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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More women participate in sports than ever before and the proportion of women athletes at the Olympic Games is nearly 50%. The pelvic floor in women may be the only area of the body where the positive effect of physical activity has been questioned. The aim of this narrative review is to present two widely held opposing hypotheses on the effect of general exercise on the pelvic floor and to discuss the evidence for each. Hypothesis 1: by strengthening the pelvic floor muscles (PFM) and decreasing the levator hiatus, exercise decreases the risk of urinary incontinence, anal incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse, but negatively affects the ease and safety of childbirth. Hypothesis 2: by overloading and stretching the PFM, exercise not only increases the risk of these disorders, but also makes labor and childbirth easier, as the PFM do not obstruct the exit of the fetus. Key findings of this review endorse aspects of both hypotheses. Exercising women generally have similar or stronger PFM strength and larger levator ani muscles than non-exercising women, but this does not seem to have a greater risk of obstructed labor or childbirth. Additionally, women that specifically train their PFM while pregnant are not more likely to have outcomes associated with obstructed labor. Mild-to-moderate physical activity, such as walking, decreases the risk of urinary incontinence but female athletes are about three times more likely to have urinary incontinence compared to controls. There is some evidence that strenuous exercise may cause and worsen pelvic organ prolapse, but data are inconsistent. Both intra-abdominal pressure associated with exercise and PFM strength vary between activities and between women; thus the threshold for optimal or negative effects on the pelvic floor almost certainly differs from person to person. Our review highlights many knowledge gaps that need to be understood to understand the full effects of strenuous and non-strenuous activities on pelvic floor health.
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- Kari Bø
- Department of Sports Medicine, Norwegian School of Sport Sciences, PB 4014, Ullevål Stadion, 0806, Oslo, Norway.
- Akershus University Hospital, Lørenskog, Norway.
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- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, USA
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Keshwani N, Mathur S, McLean L. The impact of exercise therapy and abdominal binding in the management of diastasis recti abdominis in the early post-partum period: a pilot randomized controlled trial. Physiother Theory Pract 2019; 37:1018-1033. [PMID: 31642725 DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2019.1675207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Purpose: To explore the feasibility of two physiotherapy interventions for the management of diastasis recti abdominis (DrA): abdominal binding and targeting trunk exercises.Methods: A pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) design was used to compare the effectiveness of exercise therapy and/or abdominal binding to no intervention on thirty-two primiparous women who presented with DrA in the early post-partum period. Feasibility was determined based on study recruitment, compliance, and attrition rates as well as through computation of treatment effect sizes associated with each intervention compared to no intervention. Outcomes included inter-rectus distance measured using ultrasound, body image, pain, urogynecological symptoms, and function measured using questionnaires, and trunk flexion strength and endurance measured using clinical tests.Results: The recruitment rate was 3 participants/month. Intervention adherence rates were >50% and the attrition rate was 16%. After 6 months, positive effects (Cohen's d (d) = 0.2-0.5) on body image were observed in both the abdominal binding alone and combination therapy groups. A positive effect on trunk flexion strength (d = 0.7) was observed in the combination therapy group.Conclusion: The effect sizes suggest that physiotherapy interventions can positively impact body image and trunk flexion strength. While a clinical trial investigating these interventions is feasible, further preliminary investigation is recommended.
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- Nadia Keshwani
- School of Rehabilitation Therapy, Queens University, Kingston, ON, Canada
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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Kruger J, Budgett D, Goodman J, Bø K. Can you train the pelvic floor muscles by contracting other related muscles? Neurourol Urodyn 2018; 38:677-683. [DOI: 10.1002/nau.23890] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2018] [Accepted: 10/12/2018] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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- Department of Sports MedicineNorwegian School of Sport ScienceOsloNorway
- Department of Obstetrics and GynaecologyAkershus University HospitalLørenskogNorway
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Ben Ami N, Dar G. What is the most effective verbal instruction for correctly contracting the pelvic floor muscles? Neurourol Urodyn 2018; 37:2904-2910. [DOI: 10.1002/nau.23810] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2018] [Accepted: 08/05/2018] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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- Noa Ben Ami
- Faculty of Health Sciences; Department of Physiotherapy; Ariel University; Ariel Israel
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- Faculty of Social Welfare and Health Studies, Department of Physiotherapy; Haifa University; Haifa Israel
- Ribstein Center for Research and Sports Medicine; Wingate Institute; Netanya Israel
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