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Journal: European Journal of Pain Date: 2025 Nov 01 2025–11–21, 29. doi: Subito , type of study: conferenceabstract

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Keywords:

Embase [1]
pain [1334]
drug therapy [4]
dysmenorrhea [37]
major clinical study [1]
therapy [461]
analgesia [3]
endometriosis [25]
osteopathic physician [229]
urinary tract disease [1]
dyspareunia [6]
controlled study [7]
conference abstract [121]
alternative medicine [20]
consultation [15]
adult [23]
female [607]
quality of life [110]
human [32]
interview [146]
bone disease [2]

Abstract:

Background and aims: Endometriosis is a disease that represents a major public health issue, with an individual and societal economic burden. Drug treatments have limited effectiveness, with 11% to 19% of patients reporting no improvement. Consequently, complementary and alternative medicines (CAM) are increasingly sought by this population. This study explores the interest of an osteopathic approach in the support of patients suffering from endometriosis. Methods: A qualitative method was used, based on individual 'semi-directive' interviews with patients suffering from endometriosis and having recourse to an osteopath. Analysis was carried out using Atlas.ti software. Results: Our results reveal that the main reason for osteopathic consultation in cases of endometriosis is the desire to find a more natural alternative to pain management, without side effects. They describe beneficial effects on digestive and urinary symptoms, as well as on dysmenorrhea and dyspareunia. However, relief may be temporary, with a variable duration of respite. The effects of treatment are also likely to depend on the practitioner, the quality of listening is an important factor for these patients. For some, osteopathic support helped to reduce their stress and to feel more relaxed. The importance of recognizing and integrating this discipline into the endometriosis care pathway to improve patients' quality of life was also emphasized. Conclusions: This study contributes to a deeper understanding of the role of osteopathy in supporting women with endometriosis, and the value of integrating this health approach into the care pathway.

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