There are some structural differences between the female and the male pelvis. Most of these differences involve providing enough space for a baby to develop and pass through the birth canal of the ...

The pelvic floor is a complex and crucial system – but exactly how it works, and what role it plays, remains a mystery. Since becoming an adult, it’s been impossible to avoid hearing about the ...

A pelvic exam is a way for doctors to look for signs of illness in organs in a woman's body before, during, and after menopause. The word "pelvic" refers to the pelvis. The exam is used to look at a ...

From fallopian tubes to the Pouch of Douglas, women’s body parts have been named by – and after – men. But the masculine language of medicine doesn’t end there. Does it matter? Take a tour of the ...

Pelvic floor prolapse refers to relaxation of the muscles and ligaments that hold the pelvic organs (uterus, bladder, urethra, vagina, and rectum) in their correct anatomic position. Prolapse can ...

The female body is a complicated thing—just ask your doctor. Specifically, women’s reproductive systems exhibit a wide array of anatomical variation, and the bulk of our lady parts are tucked inside ...

The pelvic floor, a group of muscles that form a hammock-like structure supporting the bladder, uterus, and rectum, plays a crucial role in a woman's overall wellness. When functioning properly, these ...

Anatomy of the Pelvis & Lower Limb for Sport will provide a half-day overview of key structures of the pelvis & lower limb in the context of sports performance and sports related injury. The course is ...