Muscle strength measurement of pelvic floor in women by vaginal dynamometer

Parezanovic-Ilic, Katarina; Jevtić, Milorad; Jeremić, Branislav; Arsenijevic, Slobodan

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“…The use of vaginal dynamometers to measure pelvic floor muscle function is recent and there are only few studies, including our studies comparing the muscle strength in women with or without urinary incontinence [12][13][14][15][16][17] . Pelvic organ prolapse is a common condition characterized by descent of the vaginal wall or vault, and the uterus 18 .…”

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“…Namely, in the patients in these conditions, the values of measured muscle strength were considerably lower in comparison to those without these kinds of problems. For these patients, the application of physical therapy aimed to improvement of muscle strength values is necessary, as well as the permanent follow-up in order to prevent the occurrence of possible, even more serious aggravation of the current condition 12 . The device is quite simple for application, and the muscle strength is read as a digital record.…”

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“…The study included 90 women aged 20-58 (on average 41.53 ± 10.35) years. The pelvic floor muscle strength of all examinees was measured using vaginal dynamometer, a device for measuring and monitoring the pelvic floor muscle in women, presented in the previous paper 12,13 . The influence of age, physically exhausting work, body weight and height, number of vaginal deliveries, sports activities (at least twice weekly one-hour exercise), occurrence of urinary incontinence with or without disturbances of static of genital organs, previous gynecological surgeries of prolapse, other gynecological surgeries, such as abdominal hysterectomy, and other conservatively treated gynecological diseases, such as urinary incontinence, on the strength of pelvic floor muscle was examined.…”

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“…Mild or moderate activity and strenuous activity may impact pelvic floor disorders differently, and in a bidirectional manner. Regular low impact activity, like walking, is associated with a lower prevalence of stress incontinence [12][13][14] . However, many young women report stress urinary incontinence during high-impact, vigorous intensity activities: 28% of college varsity athletes, 41% of elite athletes and 43% of women participating in club sports [15][16][17] .…”

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“…This modern device works on the principle of measurement ribbons and Winston bridge. Physical effect of the pelvic floor muscle is transmitted to the dynamometer where it is transformed into an electric signal proportional to the magnitude of strengths 12,13 .…”

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The influence of various risk factors on the strength of pelvic floor muscle in women

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Background/Aim. Damage of any element of pelvic floor leads to its functional damages, reflected in the occurrence of urinary incontinence, prolapse of pelvic organs, fecal incontinence and sexual dysfunction. Basic aim of our paper was to investigate the influence of various risk factors on pelvic floor muscle strength in women. Methods. The study included 90 female patients and examined how age, job, body weight and height, number of deliveries, sports activities, incontinence occurrence, previous prolapse-caused gynecological surgeries, other gynecological surgeries and other conservatively treated gynecological diseases influence the value of pelvic floor muscle strength. Pelvic floor muscle strength was measured using vaginal dynamometer. Results. Univariate regression analysis showed that parameters such as age, demanding job, body height, number of deliveries, sports activities, prolapse-caused gynecological surgeries, other gynecological surgeries and other gynecological diseases were in positive correlation with the values of pelvic floor muscle strength. In multivariate regression model, incontinence and gynecological operation of prolapse were singled out as independent risk factors. Conclusion. If risk factors that cause damage to pelvic floor muscle are known, it is possible to prevent the damages and improve the quality of women's life.

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An International Continence Society (ICS) report on the terminology for pelvic floor muscle assessment

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Shelly

Morin

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Introduction The terminology for female and male pelvic floor muscle (PFM) assessment has expanded considerably since the first PFM function and dysfunction standardization of terminology document in 2005. New terms have entered assessment reports, and new investigations to measure PFM function and dysfunction have been developed. An update of this terminology was required to comprehensively document the terms and their definitions, and to describe the assessment method and interpretation of the finding, to standardize assessment procedures and aid diagnostic decision making. Methods This report combines the input of members of the Standardisation Committee of the International Continence Society (ICS) Working Group 16, with contributions from recognized experts in the field and external referees. A logical, sequential, clinically directed assessment framework was created against which the assessment process was mapped. Within categories and subclassifications, each term was assigned a numeric coding. A transparent process of 12 rounds of full working group and external review was undertaken to exhaustively examine each definition, plus additional extensive internal development, with decision making by collective opinion (consensus). Results A Terminology Report for the symptoms, signs, investigations, and diagnoses associated with PFM function and dysfunction, encompassing 185 separate definitions/descriptors, has been developed. It is clinically based with the most common assessment processes defined. Clarity and user‐friendliness have been key aims to make it interpretable by clinicians and researchers of different disciplines. Conclusion A consensus‐based Terminology Report for assessment of PFM function and dysfunction has been produced to aid clinical practice and be a stimulus for research.

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The state of pelvic floor muscle dynamometry: A scoping review

El-Sayegh

Cacciari

Primeau

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To discuss the advantages and limitation of the different pelvic floor muscle (PFM) dynamometers available, both in research and industry, and to present the extent of variation between them in terms of structure, functioning, psychometric properties, and assessment procedures. Methods:We identified relevant studies from four databases (MEDLINE, Compendex, Web of Science, and Derwent Innovations Index) up to December 2020 using terms related to dynamometry and PFM. In addition, we conducted a hand search of the bibliographies of all relevant reports. Peer-reviewed papers, conference proceedings, patents and user's manuals for commercial dynamometers were included and assessed by two independent reviewers. Results: One hundred and one records were included and 23 PFM dynamometers from 15 research groups were identified. From these, 20 were considered as clinical dynamometers (meant for research settings) and three as personal dynamometers (developed by the industry). Overall, significant heterogeneity was found in their structure and functioning, which limits development of normative data for PFM force in women. Further research is needed to assess the psychometric properties of PFM dynamometers and to standardize assessment procedures. Conclusion:This review points up to the heterogeneity of existing dynamometers and methods of assessing PFM function. It highlights the need to better document their design and assessment protocol methods.

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Muscle strength measurement of pelvic floor in women by vaginal dynamometer

Cited by 8 publications

References 12 publications

The influence of various risk factors on the strength of pelvic floor muscle in women

The influence of various risk factors on the strength of pelvic floor muscle in women

An International Continence Society (ICS) report on the terminology for pelvic floor muscle assessment

The state of pelvic floor muscle dynamometry: A scoping review

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