Levator Ani Syndrome: a Case Study
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Background and Purpose: The purpose of this case report is to describe the physiotherapy management of a patient with overactivity of the pelvic-floor muscles with a limited number of visits and a focus on selfmanagement strategies. Electrogalvanic stimulation (EGS) has been established as a safe and effective treatment for the management of levator ani syndrome (LAS). There is a paucity of recent literature regarding this treatment modality. So the aim is to review recent experience with EGS along with stretching of piriformis & myofascial release techniques. in the treatment of levator ani syndrome.
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