Pelvic Floor Re-education encompasses a variety of techniques for increasing the strength of, and control over, the pelvic floor muscles. These techniques are now emerging as an effective and viable alternative to surgery in the treatment of urinary incontinence and related conditions. This volume presents a reasoned, scientific approach to the use of pelvic floor re-education. Starting with the latest theories on anatomy, pathophysiology and possible causes of pelvic floor damage, the text then describes the importance of pelvic floor evaluation in determining the type of treatment required. A number of re-education techniques are assessed including isolated muscle exercise, vaginal cones, biofeedback control and electrical stimulation. Recent research work is also reviewed which allows the reader to evaluate the different modalities advocated in the management of pelvic floor dysfunction.
Authors and Affiliations
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kantonsspital, Luzern 16, Switzerland
Bernard Schüssler
Department of Urotherapy, Bradford Royal Infirmary, Bradford, West Yorkshire, UK
Jo Laycock
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, USA
Peggy A. Norton
Urogynaecology Unit, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, St. George’s Hospital Medical School, London, UK
Stuart L. Stanton
Bibliographic Information
Book Title: Pelvic Floor Re-education
Book Subtitle: Principles and Practice
Authors: Bernard Schüssler, Jo Laycock, Peggy A. Norton, Stuart L. Stanton