Perception, Knowledge, and Attitude Toward Physical Activity Behavior: Implications for Participation Among Pregnant Women
Conclusions: Improving the perception and knowledge of PA in pregnant women may foster positive attitude toward PA participation and thus a positive increase in PA participation. (Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy - September 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research

Breast Cancer Survivors' Perceptions of the Delivery of Lymphedema Education in the United States
Conclusion: From the study sample, there are variations in the information provided, including the source of its delivery, time frame of delivery, and the value perceived by the patient. The data suggest that physical therapists are underutilized as a primary resource for education delivery despite being perceived as a valuable information source. Physical therapists should advocate for their role in the educational process as well as for standardization of information delivery for optimal patient care. (Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy - September 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research

Characterization of Bladder and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in Women With Chronic Pelvic Pain
Conclusions: In addition, preliminary data show that many of the patients may have underlying pelvic floor muscle dysfunction leading to their LUTS. Given the discordant therapy for LUTS versus CPP, this study presents the preliminary work to demonstrate muscular skeletal dysfunction associated with LUTS. (Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy - September 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research

Moving Forward
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy - September 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Thank You, Reviewers!
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy - September 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Thank You, Reviewers! Source Type: research

Pelvic Physical Therapy Intervention for the Pediatric Patient With a Complex Anorectal Anomaly: A Case Report
Discussion: The outcomes of this case support the evidence provided by previous adult studies that suggest that pelvic floor rehabilitation is an effective treatment in pediatric patients with pelvic floor dysfunction after SPO. Further research is needed to support the effect of pelvic floor rehabilitation in the pediatric population. (Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy - September 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research

Analysis of Biomechanical Factors and Application of Rehabilitation Principles in the Comprehensive Management of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome in a 14-Year-Old Female Dancer of the Indian Classical Dance Form Known as Bharatanatyam: A Case Report
Discussion: A comprehensive examination of biomechanics and musculoskeletal structures allowed for identification of specific impairments that contributed to abnormal lower limb mechanics during the performance of BD steps. A rehabilitation program that emphasized flexibility, core stabilization, proximal strengthening, and neuromuscular training was effective in the management of PFPS in this Bharatanatyam dancer. (Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy - September 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research

Diagnosis Dialog for Women's Health Conditions: The Process and Proposed Pelvic Floor Muscle Diagnoses
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy - September 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Clinical Commentary Source Type: research

Perception, Knowledge, and Attitude Toward Physical Activity Behavior: Implications for Participation Among Pregnant Women
Conclusions: Improving the perception and knowledge of PA in pregnant women may foster positive attitude toward PA participation and thus a positive increase in PA participation. (Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy - September 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research

Breast Cancer Survivors' Perceptions of the Delivery of Lymphedema Education in the United States
Conclusion: From the study sample, there are variations in the information provided, including the source of its delivery, time frame of delivery, and the value perceived by the patient. The data suggest that physical therapists are underutilized as a primary resource for education delivery despite being perceived as a valuable information source. Physical therapists should advocate for their role in the educational process as well as for standardization of information delivery for optimal patient care. (Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy - September 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research

Characterization of Bladder and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in Women With Chronic Pelvic Pain
Conclusions: In addition, preliminary data show that many of the patients may have underlying pelvic floor muscle dysfunction leading to their LUTS. Given the discordant therapy for LUTS versus CPP, this study presents the preliminary work to demonstrate muscular skeletal dysfunction associated with LUTS. (Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy - September 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research

Moving Forward
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy - September 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Book Review
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy - May 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Book Reviews Source Type: research

Pelvic Girdle Pain in the Antepartum Population: Physical Therapy Clinical Practice Guidelines Linked to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health From the Section on Women's Health and the Orthopaedic Section of the American Physical Therapy Association
Conclusions: This CPG can be used to guide clinicians in their clinical reasoning processes in the examination and intervention of females with prenatal pelvic girdle pain. The organization and classification of the document can guide research to address the paucity of evidence especially in the interventions with this population. (Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy - May 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Clinical Practice Guidelines Source Type: research