Pelvic Rehabilitation in Patients with Cancer: Clinical Presentations and Management of Pelvic Disorders.

Authors

Kristen D de Vries, Idelle V Aschen, Evan E Wright, Jegy M Tennison

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Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America. Volume 37. Issue 4. Pages 595-613. Epub Aug 25, 2026.

Abstract

Pelvic rehabilitation is an essential component of cancer care, addressing pelvic disorders such as urinary, bowel, sexual, pain, and neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction arising from cancer and/or its treatments, including surgery, radiation, and systemic therapy. Early, individualized, and continuous intervention helps prevent chronic dysfunction and improves quality of life. Comprehensive evaluation across neuromusculoskeletal, bladder, bowel, and sexual domains guides targeted management. Treatment integrates patient education, behavioral strategies, pelvic physical therapy, pharmacologic therapy, and procedural interventions. Multidisciplinary collaboration among oncologists, physiatrists, pelvic physical therapists, and pain specialists optimizes pelvic function, symptom control, and psychosocial well-being throughout survivorship.

PMID:
42823028
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