Abdominopelvic-perineal physiotherapy

Physiotherapy in urogynaecology is a line of research focused on the study and application of physiotherapeutic techniques for the prevention, treatment and self-management of pelvic floor dysfunctions in both men and women. Physiotherapy in obstetrics is a line of research focused on studying and applying physiotherapeutic techniques for the prevention, treatment and self-management of health during pregnancy, childbirth and puerperium. Its objectives are to analyze the effects of manual and instrumental techniques in treating dysfunctions of the abdominal-pelvic-perineal region and to evaluate the functional relationships of the different musculoskeletal structures in the dysfunctions of the abdominal-pelvic-perineal region.

This area of research addresses a variety of specific health problems, including urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, sexual dysfunction, chronic pelvic pain, among other pelvic floor disorders. 

Physiotherapy in urogynaecology and obstetrics focuses on improving the neuromuscular function of the abdomino-lumbo-pelvic complex and the biomechanics of this area.

Some standard therapeutic approaches include specific strengthening exercises, biofeedback techniques, electro-regeneration, manual therapy and patient health education. 

Physiotherapy researchers in urogynecology and obstetrics explore new techniques and therapeutic approaches, evaluate their efficacy and safety, and seek better to understand the underlying mechanisms of pelvic floor dysfunctions. In addition, they collaborate with other health professionals, such as gynaecologists, obstetricians, urologists and sexologists, to offer a comprehensive approach to treating these disorders.