Is there A Link between vaginal relaxation syndrome and pelvic tilt?

Abstract

Abstract Introduction: Vaginal relaxation syndrome (Vaginal laxity) is feeling of excessive vaginal looseness; it is one of the most common symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD). This study to determine is there a link between vaginal relaxation syndrome and pelvic tilt in multiparous women with vaginal laxity. Methods: An observational, cross-sectional study, the study included 100 women who were divided into two groups based on their vaginal laxity questionnaire (VLQ) results. The vaginal laxity group included 50 women, whereas the control group included 50 women who did not have vaginal laxity. The Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) was used to assess sexual function, and ultrasound imaging was employed to measure pelvic floor muscle force and pelvic tilt in both groups. The Arabic version of the female sexual function index (FSFI) was used to assess sexual function, and ultrasound imaging was used to measure pelvic floor muscle force and pelvic tilt using a spinal mouse device. Results: There was a significant increase in PFM force and FSFI of group B compared with that of group A (p < 0.01), There was a significant increase in pelvic tilt of group A compared with that of group B (p < 0.001), There was a significant increase VLQ of group B compared with that of group A (p < 0.001) . Conclusion: Vaginal laxity negatively affected women's sexual function & PFMs strength& force and pelvic tilt. Implications of physiotherapy practice: Our finding may help in a physical therapy plan for the treatment of vaginal relaxation syndrome. Most physical therapy programs for vaginal relaxation tend to concentrate solely on the PFMs, disregarding training for pelvic tilt. Women who have vaginal relaxation syndrome and nonspecific low back pain may have pelvic tilt.