sexuality Flashcards
how physio relates to sex
sexual health is part of general health
physical function predictor for sexual satisfaction
how diseases affects sexual health
patient goals
5 causes of sexual difficulty
stress meds age pain bowel/bladder dysfunction
what can PT do for sex
pelvic health for pain
education on safe positions
improve ROM/strength/ spasticity
PLISST Model
permission
limited information
specific suggestions
intensive therapy
how to ask about sex
lots of ppl w x struggle sex
have you thought about it
would you like to talk to someone
8 features of sexual rehab framework
sex drive/interest sexual functioning fertility/safe sex factors re condition motor /sensory bladder/bowel sexual self esteem partnership issues
reasons for low sex drive
pain depression loss of mobilty meds age
high risk groups of decreased libido
obesity untreated sleep apnea COPD MS Anemia Diabetes
medical treatment for erectile dysfunction
non prescription meds/herbs
surgery
Mechanical aids (vacuum / rings)
PDE5i
helps with erectile dysfunction in SCI, MS
how does PDE5i work
amplifies the sexual arousal thats there (so it needs to be there)
sexual rehab principles
maximize potential
adapt to limitations
be positive and open minded
benefits of mindfulness in rehab
improve self view pain management stress reduction quality of life self compassion
effect of exercise on sexual health
improves general health and physical capacity
