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Complications involving grafts to the genitalia, perineum, and\/or buttocks can be particularly challenging, directly affecting walking, sitting, voiding, bowel elimination, sexual function, and intimacy, ultimately diminishing quality of life. Perineal and pelvic floor rehabilitation (PPFR) is commonly used to treat various pelvic floor disorders; however, its application following burn injury or necrotizing fasciitis has not been previously described. This manuscript presents the evaluation and treatment outcomes of patients with necrotizing fasciitis or Fournier\u2019s gangrene. Initial evaluation was conducted approximately 4 months postadmission by a certified pelvic floor physiotherapist and occupational therapist. Treatment included pelvic floor rehabilitation, patient education, sensory re-education, bladder and bowel training, use of adapted pressure garments, gel application, cutaneous and myofascial stretching, and manual therapy. This report details the outcomes of 2 male patients (37 and 69\u00a0years old) who underwent skin grafting and reconstructive surgery following necrotizing fasciitis and Fournier\u2019s gangrene. Both presented with complex wounds that closed approximately 4 months postadmission, accompanied by contractures, HSc, altered sensory perception, incontinence, and sexual intimacy dysfunction. Following PPFR treatment, improvements were observed in pruritus, urinary and fecal retention capacity, sexuality-related fear avoidance, penile deviation, lower extremity range of motion, satisfaction with sexual function, and sensory perception. 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