Pelvic floor physiotherapy for tenesmus-A case report

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Case Report

Author Details : Binal Dave*, Rozina Shaikh

Volume : 10, Issue : 4, Year : 2023

Article Page : 163-165

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.jchm.2023.035

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Abstract

Background: Tenesmus is uncomfortable sensation of incomplete evacuation of the bowel movements and it may be a distressing symptom for sufferers who suffer from rectal fullness. Not like nociceptive ache, neuropathic pain or visceral ache, little is thought about the pathway for this ache. There are only a few studies analyzing the palliative care of this symptom.
Case Presentation: In this case report, we describe a patient who suffered from severe tenesmus.
Case Management: To address the patient’s tenesmus, pelvic floor physiotherapy was given.
Case Outcome: After 3 months of pelvic floor physiotherapy, the patient reported complete abolishment of her tenesmus symptoms.
Conclusion: Pelvic floor physiotherapy may be an effective tool for the management of tenesmus. Future research studies should consider examining the signs and symptoms of tenesmus.

Keywords: Tenesmus, Pelvic floor dysfunction, Pelvic floor physiotherapy, Pelvic floor rehabilitation

How to cite : Dave B, Shaikh R, Pelvic floor physiotherapy for tenesmus-A case report. J Community Health Manag 2023;10(4):163-165

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