Impact of pulsed electromagnetic field on mixed incontinence in parous women a prospective randomized study

• Main Authors: Eman A. Elhosary (Author), Lamyaa A. Fergany (Author), Marwa A. Mohamed (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: IMR Press, 2022-04-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
• Online Access: Connect to this object online.
• Notes: 0390-6663; 10.31083/j.ceog4904091
• Keywords: pemf; mixed incontinence; perineometer; Gynecology and obstetrics; RG1-991
• Source: Clinical and Experimental Obstetrics & Gynecology, Vol 49, Iss 4, p 91 (2022)

Background: This study was conducted to determine the impact of a pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) on mixed incontinence. This condition can have a significant impact on women's quality of life and social relationships. Methods: Parous females (n = 40) with mixed incontinence were randomly assigned to one of two groups. Group A received PEMF and pelvic floor muscle training in addition to general advice for 12 sessions. Group B received the same program but without PEMF. Pelvic floor muscle strength and the severity of urinary incontinence were assessed using a perineometer and the incontinence symptom severity index (ISSI), respectively. Results: Within groups comparison show statistically significant improvement in priniomter and severity index after treatment in comparison to pre treatment values. Between groups comparison after treatment showed better improvement in group A (p < 0.05) in pelvic floor muscle strength and a significant decrease (p < 0.05) in the severity of urinary incontinence compared to group B. Conclusions: PEMF combined with pelvic floor muscle training is an effective, convenient, and acceptable way to manage mixed incontinence.