Authors : Navjot Kaur; Keerti Rao

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 9 - September

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26sep709

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Abstract : Background: Persistent pelvic floor pain (PPFP) is a chronic condition that impairs pelvic floor function and quality of life. Evidence comparing conservative physiotherapy interventions remains limited.  Objective: To compare the effectiveness of pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) plus home exercise programme (HEP), therapeutic ultrasound plus HEP, and HEP alone in women with persistent pelvic floor pain.

Keywords : Persistent Pelvic Floor Pain; Pelvic Floor Muscle Training; Therapeutic Ultrasound; Home Exercise Programme; Randomized Controlled Trial.

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