Search for dissertations about: "pelvic floor muscle training"
Found 5 swedish dissertations containing the words pelvic floor muscle training.
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1. Incontinence, physical activity, and pelvic floor muscle training in female pelvic cancer survivors after radiotherapy
Abstract : Background: Cancer treatment continues to improve, contributing to an ever-growing population of cancer survivors. Pelvic cancer survivors (PCS) constitute the second largest group of female cancer survivors after breast cancer. Many female PCS have been treated with radiotherapy as a part of their cancer treatment. READ MORE
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2. A mobile app for self-management of urinary incontinence : treatment effect and user experience
Abstract : Background Urinary incontinence affects 25-45% of all women. The most common type is stress urinary incontinence, which is the leakage of urine on physical exertion. Pelvic floor muscle training is an effective first-line treatment for this condition but many women do not seek help from their ordinary health care service. READ MORE
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3. Self-Management of Urinary Incontinence Using eHealth : clinically relevant improvement, treatment effect and factors associated with success
Abstract : Background: Urinary incontinence is common among women, with prevalence most often reported to be between 25% and 45%. The most common type is stress urinary incontinence (SUI), defined as leakage upon exertion. First-line treatment includes pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) and lifestyle advice. READ MORE
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4. Internet-based treatment of stress urinary incontinence : treatment outcome, patient satisfaction, and cost-effectiveness
Abstract : Background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is the leakage of urine when coughing, sneezing, or on exertion. It affects 10-35% of women, and can impair quality of life (QOL). First-line treatment is pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT). However, access barriers and embarrassment may prevent women from seeking care. READ MORE
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5. Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Stroke Patients
Abstract : The overall aims of this thesis were to investigate the prevalence, severity and bother of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS) in a clinical sample of stroke patients and to evaluate the effect of pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) in women with urinary incontinence after ischemic stroke. The thesis consisted of 6 articles based on 4 studies and a review. READ MORE