Evidence-based translation in postpartum pelvic floor rehabilitation nursing: recent advances and practical integration.

BACKGROUND

Postpartum pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) is a common condition and can undermine women's physical comfort, mental health, and social functioning. As service needs grow, evidence-based translational nursing has been proposed to strengthen postpartum pelvic floor rehabilitation. This review summarizes the current evidence and compares it with routine care.

MATERIALS AND

METHODS

Recent studies and clinical practice guidelines were examined. Core applications included standardized assessment, pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT), biofeedback/electrical stimulation when indicated, psychological support, health education, and internet-enabled follow-up for continuity of care.

RESULTS

Compared with conventional nursing, evidence-based approaches appear to be associated with greater gains in pelvic floor muscle (PFM) strength and lower rates of urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse (POP) in the included literature, with reduced risk of recurrence. Many reports also described improvements in anxiety/depressive symptoms, sexual function, quality of life, satisfaction, and adherence to rehabilitation programmes.

CONCLUSION

By aligning research evidence with clinical judgment and women's preferences, evidence-based translational nursing can deliver more targeted and continuous rehabilitation and support more complete postpartum recovery.