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Physiotherapy and physical activity as adjunctive treatments in women with symptomatic endometriosis – literature review
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Multidisciplinary Municipal Hospital named after J. Strusia in Poznan, Poland
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Hospital of the Middle Heart of Jesus Company z o.o in Sroda Wielkopolska, Poland
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Warsaw Southern Hospital, Poland
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Provincial Specialist Hospital in Olsztyn, Poland
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Kateryna Shved
Multidisciplinary Municipal Hospital named after J. Strusia in Poznan, Szwajcarska 3, 61-285, Poznań, Polska
Med Og Nauk Zdr. 2023;29(3):145-149
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Introduction and objective:
Endometriosis can be identified by the presence of endometrial tissue in an abnormal location. It affects almost 10% of women of reproductive age and is characterized by persistent pelvic pain and chronic inflammation. There is no effective cure for endometriosis. The purpose of the study is to examine whether exercise and pelvic floor physiotherapy may help symptomatic endometriosis patients.
Review methods:
Using the PubMed database, an extensive examination of the existing literature was conducted. Keywords served as a guide for the search strategy. Each article was analyzed and assessed for eligibility for inclusion in the review.
Abbreviated description of the state of knowledge:
Due to the lack of targeted endometriosis therapy, non-pharmacological and less invasive methods are becoming increasingly prevalent. Pelvic floor physiotherapy is a therapeutic technique that reduces pain while also increasing quality of life. Physical exercise has an anti-inflammatory effect, slowing the course of the condition.
Summary:
According to a review of the articles, both treatment methods can improve the biopsychophysical condition of endometriosis-afflicted females in a non-invasive manner, and can have a number of beneficial effects on the symptoms of this disease. In the light of the fact that standard treatments may be ineffective and endometriosis symptoms may reappear following treatment, it is crucial to inform women of the potential benefits of physiotherapy and exercise.
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