Evidence-Based Physical Therapy for the Pelvic Floor: A Comprehensive Guide

Written by renowned experts in the field, this book provides physiotherapists and healthcare professionals with the knowledge and confidence to incorporate the latest evidence-based approaches and treatment strategies for addressing pelvic floor dysfunction into their practice.

What’s New in the 3rd Edition

This fully updated edition includes new and revised chapters on:

• Devices and apps for pelvic floor rehabilitation
• Gynaecological cancer and its impact on pelvic floor health
• Sexual dysfunction and its relationship to pelvic floor disorders
• Fistula diagnosis and management
• Clinical use of electromyography (EMG) in pelvic floor rehabilitation
• Anal incontinence and pain: causes, diagnosis, and treatment options
• A special contribution from Nobel Peace Prize winner Denis Mukwege and his team on sexualized violence and its effects on pelvic floor health

Key Features

This comprehensive guide offers:

• Innovative practice guidelines supported by a sound evidence base
• Colour illustrations of pelvic floor anatomy and related neuroanatomy/neurophysiology
• MRIs and ultrasounds showing normal and dysfunctional pelvic floor conditions
• Key summaries for easy navigation and quick reference
• Full colour throughout, making complex information easy to understand

Stay up-to-date with the latest research and evidence-based practices in pelvic floor rehabilitation. This book is an essential resource for physiotherapists, healthcare professionals, and researchers working in this field.