When someone talks about the pelvic floor, they are referring to the muscles and connective tissues that form a kind of ...

Bodies change as they age, especially after physically demanding experiences like pregnancy. Many of those changes don't have ...

Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) and endometriosis have overlapping symptoms, and chronic pelvic pain from endometriosis can cause the pelvic muscles to tighten over time, leading to PFD.

About one in three women across all sports experience symptoms of pelvic floor disorders, and it can lead to high drop-out rates. But treatment is available — if people are willing to talk about it.

In addition to urinary and bowel issues, painful intercourse can be another symptom of pelvic floor dysfunction. “It is important to note that symptoms can mimic other conditions, such as ...

Dear Doctors: The yoga teacher at our local Y is always talking about the pelvic floor and how keeping it strong is important for staying healthy. Is that the same as your core? What would be the ...

Is that the same as your core? What would be the symptoms if your pelvic floor was weak? Dear Reader: When someone talks about the pelvic floor, they are referring to the muscles and connective ...

Q The yoga teacher at our local Y is always talking about the pelvic floor and how keeping it strong is important for staying ...

Imoh-Ita F, Fowler A. Letter to the Editor - Are Delayed and Misdirected Episiotomies Predisposing Factors for Pelvic Floor Muscle Dysfunction and Third-degree Tears? MedGenMed 4(3), 2002 ...