Pelvic floor health includes issues such as sexual dysfunction and problems with pooping and peeing. Physical therapist Elizabeth Akincilar has been a pelvic floor health specialist for over 20 years.

If you’ve ever experienced a feeling of heaviness in your pelvic area, you know how uncomfortable—and worrying—it can be. While many underlying causes can be easily resolved, others may require more ...

The hypogastric artery, also called the iliac artery, provides blood flow to the organs in your pelvis. You have an abdominal aorta, which is a large artery that travels down into your pelvis, where ...

One of the greatest supporters in life is your pelvis. Not only does it keep your bladder and other internal organs from falling out, but it’s also the reason you’re able to use the bathroom without ...

Chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS) describes long-term pain in the pelvic area, which is below the abdomen and between the hip bones. It is more common in females but can also affect males. CPPS is a ...

A study led by researchers from the Institute of Genomics, University of Tartu identified 22 new genetic variants associated with pelvic organ prolapse and evaluates polygenic risk scores as a ...

Causes of pelvic pain can include STIs, cysts, endometriosis, and UTIs. Some conditions that cause pelvic pain may get worse if left untreated. Connect with your doctor to get help for severe, sudden, ...

The pelvic muscles play a crucial role in supporting not only the body's weight but also the reproductive organs, intestines, and bladder. A robust pelvic region contributes to improved posture, ...

Open book pelvic fractures are a type of traumatic break that can occur in the pelvic ring. They are rare but may be life threatening due to bleeding and other injuries that may be present in the area ...