Relevance of Leg Rehabilitation to Modulating Neurogenic Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT: Neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD) is a secondary complication of a wide range of neurological disorders, which affects patients' everyday life and self-efficacy. Some brain imaging studies have shown an overlap between motor activation of the pelvic floor and lower limbs. This systematic review sought to examine the possibility of improving overactive bladder outcomes through a conservative approach based on lower limb training. We conducted a systematic literature review, following the PRISMA guidelines. The following databases were searched: PEDro, PubMed, TRIP, Cochrane Library, EDS base index, Google Scholar, and CINAHL. The PEDro Scale and Cochrane Risk of Bias Assessment Tool were used to assess the overall study quality and sources of bias. A total of 5567 records w

SUBMITTER: Ciardi G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11851702 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature