Development of a biotensegrity focused therapy for the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse: A retrospective case series.

摘要: Abstract Introduction Pelvic organ prolapse (POP), the bulging of pelvic organs into vagina, is a common condition thought to be caused by weak tissue. There paucity evidence supporting current treatment approaches. This case series proposes new biotensegrity-focused hypothesis that POP taut tissue and releasing tension will improve POP. Methods Three retrospective patient cohorts are presented illustrating development therapy (BFT) approach. All women received: postural assessment; examination; myofascial release tissue, trigger points, scar A standard assessment protocol (SOTAP) recorded patients' Subjective experience, therapist's Objective assessment, Treatment plan, Assessment outcomes, subsequent self-care Plans. Cohort three additionally self-reported symptoms using short-form PDFI-20 questionnaire at baseline after final treatment. Results Twenty-three participated (Cohort 1 n = 7; 2 3 n = 9). Fourteen (61%) with cystocele, 10 (44%) urethracele, 7 (30%), cervical descent, 17 (74%) rectocele. Seven (30%) single prolapse, 8 (35%) double, 6 (26%) triple, (9%) quadruple. Median treatments received was 5 (range 3–8). reported improved symptoms. (n = 9) clinically meaningful reductions (mean 56%) in PFDI-20 total Conclusions offers preliminary for association between tension. Further research needed explore these findings determine efficacy BFT treating wider sample.