Fisioterapia pélvica na atenção primária : relato de experiência

Abstract

Objective: To describe, through a case report, the role of pelvic physiotherapy in primary health care, focusing on the prevention and treatment of urinary incontinence. Method: This is a descriptive study. The research was conducted in the municipality of Teresina, Piauí, in a parish in the northern part of the city. The protocol included a sociodemographic assessment and the King's Health Questionnaire, in addition to kinesiotherapy interventions based on hypopressive abdominal exercises and Pilates, lasting one hour per week. Results: There was an improvement in the perception of pelvic floor muscles, a reduction in incontinence symptoms, an improvement in quality of life, and a greater awareness of their own intimate health. The undergraduate students reported improvements in clinical communication, physiotherapy reasoning, and contact with professional practice. Conclusion: The experience highlighted the potential of pelvic physiotherapy in primary care as a non-invasive and effective strategy for comprehensive women's health care, in addition to promoting significant learning for students and teaching-service-community integration.