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The role of pelvic floor physical therapy in the treatment of pelvic and genital pain-related sexual dysfunction  Summer 2008

PURPOSE: This Continuing Medical Education article is to describe the musculoskeletal components involved in pelvic and genital pain syndromes and associated sexual dysfunction, introduce specific physical therapy assessment and intervention techniques, and provide suggestions for facilitating an effective working relationship among practitioners involved in treating these conditions.

CONCLUSIONS: Physical therapy treatment of pelvic pain is an integral component of the multidisciplinary approach to CPP and associated sexual dysfunction.

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To Treat or Not to Treat Postpartum Pelvic Girdle Pain with Stabilizing Exercises?  Summer 2006
The question is thus, whether stabilizing exercises should be recommended as treatment for women with pelvic girdle pain PGP.
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Management of Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction During Pregnancy Using Exercise and Pelvic Support Belts.  Spring 2006
Objective: To investigate the effects of exercise, advice and pelvic support belts on the management of symphysis pubis dysfunction during pregnancy.
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Influence of Carrying a Backpack on Pelvic Tilt, Rotation, and Obliquity in Female College Students.  Fall 2005
The purpose of this investigation was to examine the influence of different methods of backpack carriage on pelvic tilt, obliquity and rotation of college-age females.
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