Efficacy Of Knack Technique On Pelvic Floor Muscle Function In Pcod Patient With Urge Incontinence –A Case Report

Abstract

Background: Patients with Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD) frequently experience urge incontinence, which has a substantial negative influence on their quality of life. The Knack approach has been proposed as a viable strategy to enhance urine control in these patients. It includes pre-emptively contracting the pelvic floor muscles. Objective: This case study attempts to assess the impact of the Knack approach on the function of the pelvic floor muscles in a PCOD patient who is having urge incontinence.

Methods: For this study, a female patient with PCOD with urge incontinence, aged 18 to 25, was chosen. During the course of four weeks, the patient was trained to employ the Knack technique as part of the intervention. A pelvimeter was used to test the strength of the pelvic floor muscles, and the International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Urinary Incontinence Short Form (ICIQ-UI SF) was used to assess the degree of urine incontinence. Additionally, the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Questionnaire (PCOSQ) was used to evaluate quality of life.

Result: Pelvic floor muscular strength and coordination significantly improved following the session, as evidenced by pelvimeter readings. Additionally, the patient noted a discernible decrease in the number and intensity of bouts of urge incontinence.

Conclusion: For PCOD patients, the Knack approach seems to be a useful non-invasive strategy for enhancing pelvic floor muscle function and lowering urge incontinence. It is advised that more research be done with bigger sample sizes to validate these results.