What is known from the existing literature about the available interventions for pelvic floor dysfunction among female athletes? A scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Female athletes may be at higher risk of developing pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD). However, despite the great number of epidemiologic studies, the interventions have not been standardized.

Aim

The present scoping review aimed to map and summarize the literature to identify the available interventions for PFD among female athletes.

Methods

Seven databases were searched up to May 2021. Studies considering female athletes practising sports at any performance level with any type of PFD were eligible for inclusion. Any clinical intervention and any context were considered. No language, study design, and publication type restrictions were applied. Additional studies were identified through gray literature and the reference lists of articles included. The results

SUBMITTER: Giagio S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9305779 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature