Sensation in the Pelvic Region

by Jean Jacques Wyndaele

Overview

This book covers sensation in all major components of the pelvic region. The small pelvis is containing many different structures and viscera, and sensations elicited there are important for regulating a normal daily life and for warning that something is going wrong. The sensory system is driving in many aspects the motor activity, and precedes and guides the efferent functions. It is surprising that in the last 60 years the ratio between research and publications about sensory versus motor has gradually become less. There has been undoubtedly a rise in the number of publications written on pelvic sensation but in the same time the number of manuscripts on motor function have increased more.

It is the hope that this compilation of most data available on sensation will be of interest for the reader, will incite to perform more research so that an important part of pelvic functional diagnosis and treatment modalities will use the whole of the mechanisms available.

Thebook is intended for all interested in pelvic functions and the interactions between the different structures, specialists in urology, gastroenterology, sexuality, pain, pelvic floor function and dysfunction, paediatricians and geriatricians, neurologists, students and those in training . The reader will find interesting and challenging information, and suggestions for further research.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783031169649
Publisher:	Springer-Verlag New York, LLC
Publication date:	11/18/2022
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	8 MB

About the Author

Jean Jacques Wyndaele graduated as Bachelor Medical Sciences, Doctor in Medical Sciences-Surgery and Obstetrics, Specialist in Urology, PhD in Biomedical Science, Specialist in Rehabilitation, Second PhD in Urology Higher Education. Till his retirement in 2014, he worked as Full time Ordinary Professor and Chairman of Urology at University Antwerp (UA) and Antwerp University Hospital (UZA). He was the chair of the Animal and Clinical Research Lab of the Urological Department UA and UZA, and the founder coordinator of the Interuniversity Specialist course for Pelvic Re-education. He promoted 16 PhD Thesis’s and these doctors are working in different continents around the world and several hold academic senior positions. He continues scientific work in the field of SCI, pelvic sensation and functional urology. He got a Certificate Higher Education in History at the University of Oxford in 2021.
He is Fellow of the International Spinal Cord Society, Fellow European Board of urology and member of many major international scientific groups. He is the actual treasurer/secretary of ESSIC, the International organisation for study of bladder pain syndrome. He is a past president of the International Spinal Cord Society, of ESSIC, and a previous editor in chief of Spinal Cord and Spinal Cord Series&Cases for 11 years. He was treasurer of the International Continence Society for 10 years.
He is author of 374 publications in peer reviewed international and national journals, 94 editorials, 34 chapters in books and editor-author of 4 books.
He has been awarded several national and international prices, and is Grand Officer in the Order of the Crown of Belgium. He is Lieutenant-Colonel (retired) in the Medical Services of the Belgian Armed Forces.

Table of Contents

Sensation.- Bladder.- Urehra.- Pain.- Pelvic floor.- Diagnosis.- Technical tests.- Psychology.- Kidneys.- Bowel.- Neuropathy.- Bladder training.

Editorial Reviews

Reviewer: Darlene Bewick, DNP, CRNP (Thomas Jefferson University)
Description: This is a comprehensive book on the sensory pathways of the pelvic region for advanced practice healthcare providers managing patients with pelvic floor disorders.
Purpose: The book recognizes the impact of sensations in the pelvic region affecting daily functions of the bladder, bowel, and sexuality. It provides practical information regarding sensation in the pelvic area and its structures and highlights the importance of future research aimed at the sensory system and pelvic region.
Audience: This edition is an essential resource for advanced practice healthcare providers within the urological field, which offers specialty care for pelvic floor dysfunction. In addition, it will serve as an essential reference for all medical professionals in urology, gastroenterology, neurology, gynecology, physical medicine rehabilitation, as well as pain specialists focusing on the pelvic floor.
Features: This book is well organized with concise chapters. The first section reviews the neurophysiology of pelvic sensation. It includes a focused chapter on sensations of each area of the pelvic region, including the bladder, urethra, bowel, sexual organs, sexual function, pelvic floor, and pain in the pelvic region. The book continues by discussing sensations in the pelvis following surgical procedures and pelvic trends within the lifespan, from pediatric to geriatric patients. It highlights the significance of psychology and quality of life with respect to pelvic sensation. Additional helpful features for advanced practice nurses include tables, figures, and references on pelvic region sensation.
Assessment: This book will remain an essential reference for advanced practice providers and all medical professionals providing care for patients with pelvic floor disorders. It will help to enhance patients' pelvic health and improve quality of life.

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