Chalmers, K Jane

Persistent pelvic pain (PPP) is an umbrella term for many common and often debilitating conditions that are associated with pain in the pelvis for at least six months, which requires prompt medical care (Bruckenthal, 2011; Merskey & Bogduk,…

Painful sex (dyspareunia) is a highly prevalent condition with considerable burden on individuals and their relationships. Social media is a digital technology that allows the sharing of ideas, information, and experiences through virtual n…

Persistent pelvic pain is a major healthcare concern, affecting 14-25% of females of reproductive age. It is estimated that persistent pelvic pain costs AU$9.5 billion per year in expenses due to primary health care costs and loss of produc…

Many women with endometriosis use self-management strategies, either self-initiated or suggested by a health professional, in conjunction with biomedical interventions to improve their symptoms and patient outcomes. For this review, self-ma…

The role of education in pelvic pain management, as considered by professional associations and peak bodies, is not clear. The current project aims to fill this gap by undertaking a systematic review of clinical guidelines internationally, …