Official websites use. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. Endometriosis is one of the gynecological diseases where women suffer from pain, quality of life decreased.
The aim of this review was to describe the most common non-medical methods used in the treatment of symptoms associated with endometriosis and to determine their effectiveness. Randomized controlled trials, case studies, observational studies, retrospective studies, prospective studies, pilot studies, trails, publications in English or Polish were searched based on the Participant-Intervention-Comparator-Outcomes-Study design PICOS format.
The criteria used to select studies were: women with endometriosis, no cancer, included any physiotherapeutic or non-medical intervention. The most holistic approach used in the treatment of symptoms of endometriosis include physical therapy, manual therapy, electrophysical agents acupuncture, diet and psychological interventions. Most research has focused on relieving pain and increasing quality of life.
Non-medical methods showed reduction of symptoms of endometriosis. Physical activity, manual therapy, electrophysical agents, acupuncture, diet and cognitive behavioral therapy showed no negative side effects and reduced pain, what improved the quality of life and reduced the perceived stress.
Endometriosis is a gynecological condition characterized by the presence of estrogen-sensitive tissue resembling the endometrium found outside the uterus [ 1 ]. Endometrial glands are typically observed in the pelvic region, including the ovaries, ligaments, peritoneum, intestines, bladder, lymph nodes, and even the lungs, diaphragm, or pericardium [ 2 , 3 ].
