Perineometer

Perineometer

A Perineometer is a device used to measure the strength of voluntary contractions of the pelvic floor muscles. This device is often used in physical therapy and urogynecology to help diagnose and treat conditions such as urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.

History

The perineometer was first invented by Dr. Arnold Kegel in the 1940s. Kegel developed the device as a way to measure the strength of the pelvic floor muscles, and to help women strengthen these muscles to prevent or treat urinary incontinence.

Function

The perineometer works by measuring the pressure exerted by the pelvic floor muscles when they contract. The device is inserted into the vagina or rectum, and the patient is asked to contract their pelvic floor muscles. The pressure exerted by these contractions is then measured by the perineometer.

Clinical use

In a clinical setting, the perineometer is used to diagnose conditions such as urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. It can also be used to monitor the progress of patients undergoing physical therapy for these conditions. The device provides a quantitative measure of pelvic floor muscle strength, which can help clinicians determine the effectiveness of treatment strategies.

See also

• Pelvic floor
• Urinary incontinence
• Pelvic organ prolapse
• Physical therapy
• Urogynecology

References

Perineometer Resources
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