Obstet Gynecol May 2019 PMID 30969210

Implementation of a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Program for Transgender Women Undergoing Gender-Affirming Vaginoplasty.

Da David Jiang, Sandra Gallagher, Laura Burchill, Jens Berli, Daniel Dugi

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Peak: 5 in Jul 2021
across 3 sources since May 2019

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May 2019 – Aug 2025

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What people are saying

The overall tone reflects a serious and supportive attitude, with posts citing specific statistics like 42% incidence of pelvic floor issues and noting the importance of therapy, which indicates deep engagement and interest in improving transgender healthcare. Words like 'helps,' 'important,' and sharing links demonstrate recognition of the study's potential to impact treatment approaches.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the importance of pelvic floor therapy for transgender women undergoing vaginoplasty, indicating general support for the study's findings.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions demonstrate high interest, with users highlighting statistics like 42% pelvic floor dysfunction and linking the research to broader health concerns such as abuse history and HRT implications.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage by sharing related research, practical advice on finding qualified therapists, and emphasizing clinical implications, showing thoughtful interactions.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that this research could influence clinical practices and awareness around transgender health, especially regarding pre- and post-surgical therapies.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found a high incidence of pelvic floor and bowel dysfunction in transgender women undergoing vaginoplasty, with many patients showing improvement after pelvic floor physical therapy (PT).
  • Patients who attended pelvic floor PT both before and after surgery had significantly lower rates of dysfunction postoperatively compared to those who only received therapy after surgery.
  • Factors such as a history of abuse were linked to higher preoperative pelvic floor dysfunction, and successful dilation rates were high (89%) at 3 months, supporting the importance of pelvic floor PT in treatment and recovery.]

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POGP Journal
@JPOGP · X

Emerging research in a developing clinical area; “Implementation of a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Program for Transgender Women Undergoing Gender-Affirming Vaginoplasty” https://t.co/H1avaWMOsO #transgender #vaginoplasty #pelvichealth

Jul 22, 2021 · 12 likes · 5 shares · 1,987 followers View post →
kat claws
@kat.meangirls.online · Bluesky

it might be social causes or something, here's one study that looks at a small group of bottom surgery patients snd recorded incidence rates of pelvic floor dysfunction in as many as 42% of them. that number is higher for victims of abuse. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30969210/

Aug 27, 2025 · 3 likes · 1 share View post →
The Green Journal
@greenjrnl · X

Implementation of a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Program for Transgender Women Undergoing Gender-Affirming Vaginoplasty #LGBTQIAHealth- https://t.co/9Y4YGRaC6x

May 21, 2019 · 2 likes · 1 share · 30,226 followers View post →
Deskhon
@deskhon85491 · X

https://t.co/HJAdRYhV9W Huh, TIL 42% of pre-op trans women have pelvic floor dysfunction and 37% have bowel dysfunction. Really makes you wonder what the reason is. I'm surprised I haven't seen someone try and argue HRT is bad, because of this. https://t.co/eeg0Fovycy

Feb 2, 2025 · 2 likes · 123 followers View post →
Jessica McKinney, PT
@jmckinneypt · X

Implementation of a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Program for Transgender Women Undergoing Gender-Affirming Vaginoplasty. - PubMed - NCBI #physicaltherapy https://t.co/tSgXERQAQ2

Feb 23, 2020 · 1 like · 2,355 followers View post →
Kathleen
@leanbean65.bsky.social · Bluesky

Keep it in mind. If you contact the regulatory body for physical therapists in your state you will probably be able to find someone qualified. It is a very helpful part of recovery but sometimes overlooked unfortunately. Here is a link you may find interesting. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30969210/

Dec 27, 2024 · 1 like View post →

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kat claws
@kat.meangirls.online · Bluesky

it might be social causes or something, here's one study that looks at a small group of bottom surgery patients snd recorded incidence rates of pelvic floor dysfunction in as many as 42% of them. that number is higher for victims of abuse. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30969210/

Aug 27, 2025 · 3 likes · 1 share View post →
Deskhon
@deskhon85491 · X

https://t.co/HJAdRYhV9W Huh, TIL 42% of pre-op trans women have pelvic floor dysfunction and 37% have bowel dysfunction. Really makes you wonder what the reason is. I'm surprised I haven't seen someone try and argue HRT is bad, because of this. https://t.co/eeg0Fovycy

Feb 2, 2025 · 2 likes · 123 followers View post →
Dr. Emily Arndt
@brachinus.bsky.social · Bluesky

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30969210/

Jan 14, 2025 · 1 like · 1 share View post →
Kathleen
@leanbean65.bsky.social · Bluesky

Keep it in mind. If you contact the regulatory body for physical therapists in your state you will probably be able to find someone qualified. It is a very helpful part of recovery but sometimes overlooked unfortunately. Here is a link you may find interesting. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30969210/

Dec 27, 2024 · 1 like View post →
Body Harmony PT
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Lyndsey Whitson
@w33doc · X

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Charlotte Owen Physiotherapy
@CharlotteOwenP1 · X

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Jul 22, 2021 · 5 shares · 531 followers View post →
Emma Brockwell
@emma_physiomum · X

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Jul 22, 2021 · 5 shares · 3,246 followers View post →
Journal of Women's & Pelvic Health PT
@JWPHPTofficial · X

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Jul 22, 2021 · 5 shares · 1,004 followers View post →
POGP Journal
@JPOGP · X

Emerging research in a developing clinical area; “Implementation of a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Program for Transgender Women Undergoing Gender-Affirming Vaginoplasty” https://t.co/H1avaWMOsO #transgender #vaginoplasty #pelvichealth

Jul 22, 2021 · 12 likes · 5 shares · 1,987 followers View post →
WK WomensHealth
@WKWomensHealth · X

Current Issue: Implementation of a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Program for Transgender Women Undergoing Gender-Affirming Vaginoplasty https://t.co/JkP7IdS5xC

Oct 8, 2020 · 698 followers View post →
WK WomensHealth
@WKWomensHealth · X

Current Issue: Implementation of a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Program for Transgender Women Undergoing Gender-Affirming Vaginoplasty https://t.co/mMJ6DAIX4G

Apr 20, 2020 · 698 followers View post →
Jessica McKinney, PT
@jmckinneypt · X

Implementation of a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Program for Transgender Women Undergoing Gender-Affirming Vaginoplasty. - PubMed - NCBI #physicaltherapy https://t.co/tSgXERQAQ2

Feb 23, 2020 · 1 like · 2,355 followers View post →
Science Alerts
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Dec 28, 2019 · 2 shares · 1,234 followers View post →
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Dec 28, 2019 · 2 shares · 5,238 followers View post →
#Transgender
@Transgender_Sci · X

Implementation of a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Program for Transgender Women Undergoing Gender-Affirming Vaginoplasty. https://t.co/pVcuHm7iaN #PubMed #Transgender

Oct 28, 2019 · 193 followers View post →
Lei Alexander Qin, MD (秦磊)
@qinpanzee · X

RT @greenjrnl: Implementation of a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Program for Transgender Women Undergoing Gender-Affirming Vaginoplasty #LG…

May 30, 2019 · 1 share · 615 followers View post →
The Green Journal
@greenjrnl · X

Implementation of a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Program for Transgender Women Undergoing Gender-Affirming Vaginoplasty #LGBTQIAHealth- https://t.co/9Y4YGRaC6x

May 21, 2019 · 2 likes · 1 share · 30,226 followers View post →