Successful treatment of orgasmic dysfunction using specialized physical therapy: a case report

Area of Science:

• Gynecology
• Sexual Health
• Physical Therapy

Background:

• Female sexual dysfunction presents a complex clinical challenge with diverse etiologies.
• Patient and practitioner frustration is common when treatments for sexual dysfunction are elusive.

Observation:

• A case study focused on a patient experiencing unilateral pelvic pain exclusively during orgasm.
• The patient's treatment involved a course of specialized physical therapy.

Findings:

• Pelvic pain associated with sexual intercourse is a frequent gynecological complaint.
• Specialized physical therapy demonstrated potential in addressing specific types of sexual dysfunction.

Implications:

• This case highlights the potential role of physical therapy in managing sexual dysfunction.
• Further research into physical therapy interventions for female sexual pain is warranted.