To evaluate the efficacy of physiotherapy techniques (PTs) in relieving endometriosis-associated pelvic pain.
Key Findings:
Physiotherapy techniques (PTs) were effective in reducing pain compared to non-PTs (MD −1.97, CI −2.99 to −0.95).
Electrotherapy and laser devices showed the greatest reduction in pain levels (MD −2.03, CI −3.9 to −0.14).
Locally applied physiotherapy techniques resulted in greater pain reduction than generally applied techniques.
Interpretation:
Physiotherapy techniques (PTs) are effective in alleviating pelvic pain in women with endometriosis, particularly when applied locally, highlighting the need for further research to confirm these findings.
Limitations:
Limited number of studies included in the analysis (only 8 eligible studies, 7 analyzed quantitatively), which may affect the robustness of the conclusions.
Variability in physiotherapy techniques and outcomes across studies may limit generalizability.
Conclusion:
Physiotherapy is a promising alternative for managing endometriosis-related pelvic pain, warranting further research to establish its efficacy and optimize treatment protocols.
by Gökçe Can, Isabel Pinto Amorim das Virgens, Boglárka Fehér, Enikő Pálma Orbán, Péter Fehérvári, Ferenc Bánhidy, Péter Hegyi, Ágnes Andrea Mayer, Nándor Ács
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