Lactation is Associated with Accelerated Postpartum Pelvic Floor Muscle…

Healthy pelvic floor muscles (PFMs) are essential for proper pelvic floor function. The biggest risk factor for PFM dysfunction is injury sustained during vaginal childbirth, yet the factors that facilitate or impair PFM recovery from birth injury remain unknown. We aimed to assess the impact of…

What role does lactation play in helping the pelvic floor muscles recover faster after a simulated birth injury?

A) Lactation causes a rapid increase in inflammation, which speeds up muscle repair.
B) Lactation allows for an earlier anti-inflammatory response, promoting quicker muscle regeneration.
C) Lactation has no significant effect on the recovery process of the pelvic floor muscles.
D) Lactation delays the healing process by slowing down the immune response.

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Published June 23, 2026