Effect of Specific Exercise Program Augmented by Pelvic Support Belts on Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction
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Effect of Specific Exercise Program Augmented by Pelvic Support Belts on Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction, DOAA M. MOSTAFA, KHADIGA S. ABD EL-AZIZ, HANAA A. YOUNIS and WAFA M. KAMAL
Abstract
Background: symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) is a relatively common and debilitating condition affecting pregnant women. It is painful and can cause significant decrease in quality of life. SPD occurs where the joints become sufficiently relaxed which led to instability in the pelvic girdle.
Purpose: To determine the effect of specific exercise program augmented by pelvic support belts on symphysis pubis dysfunction in pregnant women.
Methods: Thirty pregnant women participated in this study. Pregnant women were assigned into two equal groups; Group A: Was the study group and Group B: Was the control group. Data of visual analogue scale, Oswestry Disability Index (ODI), and ultrasonography were collected from each woman pre and post-treatment.
Results: The results showed significant improvement in pain intensity, functional disability in the Group A compared with Group B.
Conclusion: It can be concluded that specific exercise program and pelvic support belts are effective physical therapy methods for treating symphysis pubis dysfunction in pregnant women and should be recommended in antenatal physical therapy program.
Key Words: Symphysis pubis dysfunction — Pelvic support belt — Specific exercise program.