CHICAGO - The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that control urine and bowel movements. Dysfunction in this area is often ...

Pelvic floor damage was defined as the presence ... fewer than three bowel movements per week or regular use of laxatives, enemas or suppositories. “We decided to include the use of laxatives ...

As people spend more time in the bathroom with their devices, doctors share their concerns about the possible negative health ...

A new device known as the Pelvic Cradle aims to provide a more comfortable way for patients to get examinations.

In women, the pelvic floor helps support the uterus and vagina. It aids in urination, urinary control and bowel movements. It is also important to sexual function. During pregnancy, the pelvic ...

or difficulties having a bowel movement. Risk factors include vaginal childbirth, which can strain the pelvic floor, with multiple vaginal childbirths raising the risk for pelvic organ prolapse ...

Your pelvic floor is a group of muscles and ligaments that support the pelvic organs, including the bladder, uterus and ...

This includes the large intestine, also known as the colon, the bladder and the rectum. In women, the pelvic floor helps support the uterus and vagina. It aids in urination, urinary control and bowel ...

Additionally, pregnant women suffering from pelvic pain should seek help if they are experiencing difficulty in walking or performing daily activities, frequent fevers or chills or pain during ...