Journal of Surgery

Mantilla N

Publications

• Research Article
  Efficacy of Electrogalvanic Stimulation in Treatment of Levator Ani Syndrome Revisited
  Author(s): Mantilla N, Paris B, Abcarian H, Cintron J, Zavala A and Singer MMantilla N, Paris B, Abcarian H, Cintron J, Zavala A and Singer M
  
  Introduction: Electrogalvanic stimulation (EGS) has been established as a safe and effective treatment for the management of levator ani syndrome (LAS). There is a paucity of recent literature regarding this treatment modality. The purpose of this study is to review recent experience with EGS in the treatment of levator ani syndrome at a single center. Methods: A retrospective review of 22 patients treated with EGS for LAS from 07/04 to 08/08 was done. The EGS protocol begins with 30 minute sessions. Voltage is adjusted based on patient tolerance (range 100-330 volts) and is delivered at a frequency of 100 pulses per sec (pps). Length of treatment is gradually increased with increasing patient tolerance, from 30 to 60 min. Each session starts with minimal voltage and is slowly increased.. Read More»
  

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