Evidence-Based Physical Therapy for the Pelvic Floor: Bridging Science and Clinical Practice

By Kari Bo, Bary Berghmans, Marijke Van Kampen, et al.

Book Overview

Bridging the gap between evidence-based research and clinical practice, Physical Therapy for the Pelvic Floor has become an invaluable resource to practitioners treating patients with disorders of the pelvic floor. The second edition is now presented in a full colour, hardback format, encompassing the wealth of new research in this area which has emerged in recent years.

Kari B and her team focus on the evidence, from basic studies (theories or rationales for treatment) and RCTs (appraisal of effectiveness) to the implications of these for clinical practice, while also covering pelvic floor dysfunction in specific groups, including men, children, elite athletes, the elderly, pregnant women and those with neurological diseases. Crucially, recommendations on how to start, continue and progress treatment are also given with detailed treatment strategies around pelvic floor muscle training, biofeedback and electrical stimulation.

"..a comprehensive review of every aspect of this area including female, male and childhood issues, incontinence, prolapse, pain and sexual dysfunction." Reviewed by Beatrice McGinley on behalf of Physiotherapy Practice and Research, October 2015

aligns scientific research with clinical practice detailed treatment strategies 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 incorporates vital new research and material uses key summary boxes throughout new edition to highlight quick reference points now in full colour throughout and a hardback format

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0702044431
• ISBN13: 9780702044434
• Release Date: January 2015
• Publisher: Churchill Livingstone
• Length: 446 Pages
• Weight: 2.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 7.4" x 9.7"

Customer Reviews

Thorough and comprehensive

I am a pelvic floor therapist and have been searching for a book to suggest to my patients. Amy does a fabulous job of self-help for those with chronic pelvic pain. It is on my suggestion list for all patients who suffer any type of pelvic pain. Easy to read and not too technical. Doesn't really take the place of physical therapy hands on but certainly is an adjunct with the therapy.