Pelvic Floor Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction_OnDemand-Recording_Pelvic Floor Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction

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Dr. Melanie Meister, an assistant professor in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, gave a lecture on pelvic floor myofascial pain and dysfunction. She discussed the pathophysiology and development of myofascial dysfunction and pain within the pelvic floor muscles. She also talked about the association between pelvic floor myofascial pain and pelvic floor symptoms, such as lower urinary tract symptoms and chronic pelvic pain. Dr. Meister highlighted the importance of pelvic floor physical therapy as the mainstay of treatment for pelvic floor myofascial pain. She also discussed other treatment modalities, including trigger point injections and Botox injections. Dr. Meister emphasized the need for individualized treatment plans and the importance of working with a qualified pelvic floor physical therapist. She also discussed the challenges in diagnosing and treating pelvic floor myofascial pain, as well as the need for further research in this area. Overall, the lecture provided valuable insights into the understanding and management of pelvic floor myofascial pain and dysfunction.

Keywords

Dr. Melanie Meister

female pelvic medicine

pelvic floor myofascial pain

pathophysiology

pelvic floor physical therapy

lower urinary tract symptoms

chronic pelvic pain

trigger point injections

Botox injections