Vivendo com endometriose: o impacto da fisioterapia na vida das mulheres

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the influence of physiotherapy on the lives of women diagnosed with endometriosis. A qualitative, descriptive, and cross-sectional study was conducted with five women undergoing urogynecological physiotherapy at a university teaching clinic. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire and semi-structured interviews and analyzed using Content Analysis. The findings demonstrated that physiotherapy contributed to pain reduction, pelvic floor muscle relaxation, improved functional capacity, and enhanced quality of life. Participants also reported positive emotional changes, including greater well-being, increased autonomy, and improved performance of activities of daily living. These findings reinforce physiotherapy as a relevant component of multidisciplinary care for women with endometriosis, highlighting its role in symptom management and the promotion of overall quality of life.