Talking about perineal health is crucial for debunking misconceptions and promoting well-being in that part of the body. With this objective, last January, Professor Laura Fuentes, a member of the PTinMotion research group, participated in the @Nutromiradio podcast to discuss perineal health and address the most common doubts that the general population has about the myths and realities of the pelvic floor.
The pelvic floor is a set of structures with a fundamental role in the health and well-being of the general population, performing key functions such as urinary and fecal continence, sexual function, visceral support, and stability. It is essential to promote perineal education, helping to prevent perineal disorders and recognize symptoms. Providing knowledge to the general population helps us become more aware of the function and importance of the pelvic floor, enabling us to take preventive measures, such as strengthening exercises, healthy lifestyle habits, to maintain it in good condition and seek early treatment if experiencing symptoms of perineal disorders. On the other hand, informing about the existence of false myths and misconceptions about the pelvic floor is crucial to ensure that people receive accurate information and can properly care for this important part of their body, being fundamental: to promote evidence-based education, open communication, debunk misconceptions, and promote autonomy and informed decisions.
With this objective, Professor Laura Fuentes Aparicio, a member of the PTinMotion research group, attended the @nutromiradio podcast to discuss perineal health, answer the main questions raised by the population, and debunk some preconceived ideas that can be harmful or create fears or insecurities. During the session, different topics were addressed, highlighting the importance of the pelvic floor in women's life cycle, the role of the pelvic floor in male and female sexual dysfunctions, the pelvic floor and impact and strength sports, among other topics discussed. It was also emphasized that from the Faculty of Physiotherapy of the University of Valencia, various studies are being carried out for women's health in the different stages of the life cycle with the aim of responding to the needs of society and bringing research closer to the social context.
