Abstract
The muscles, nerves and ligaments of the pelvic floor work synergistically to maintain the structure of the pelvic floor and the proper functioning (opening and closure) of the pelvic organs. In terms of structure and function, connective tissue is the most vulnerable component of the pelvic floor. Two key precepts of the Integral Theory are:
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Even a minor degree of ligamentous laxity has the potential to cause major pelvic floor symptoms;
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These symptoms are potentially curable by reinforcing the pelvic ligaments using polypropylene tapes.
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Petros, P. (2004). Current and Emerging Research Issues. In: The Female Pelvic Floor. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-05445-1_7
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