Efficacy of Physiotherapy for Treating Vulvodynia: A Systematic Review.

Renata Polliana NascimentoMegan L FalsettaTracey MaurerAyane Cristine Alves SarmentoAna Katherine da Silveira Gonçalves de Oliveira

Published in: Journal of lower genital tract disease (2023)

The studied interventions (electromyography biofeedback, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, shockwave, physiotherapy, and pelvic floor exercise) seem to improve pain, sexual function, and quality of life. However, the heterogeneity of the studies prevented meta-analysis. In addition, well-designed trials are needed to improve the certainty of this evidence.

Keyphrases

case control
systematic review
physical activity
chronic pain
meta analyses
high intensity
pain management
single cell
neuropathic pain
resistance training
body composition