pelvic floor

British  

noun

1. the muscular area in the lower part of the abdomen, attached to the pelvis

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Example Sentences

After an explanation of the nervous system, consent and the pelvic floor, her sessions begin with McDaniel burning sage or mugwort while the client is on the table.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

This position can strain the pelvic floor, making it harder to fully empty the bladder and increasing the chance of splashing.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

For some patients, pelvic floor therapy serves a purpose as fundamental as allowing them to sit in a chair without excruciating pain or leave the house without needing to access a bathroom every 15 minutes.

From Slate • Oct. 6, 2025

For example, pre-exam anxiety can cause the pelvic floor muscles to tighten, increasing the likelihood of pain.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2025

The really important matter, as I have said, is that the upright position should not be resumed until the pelvic floor has become firm.

From The Prospective Mother, a Handbook for Women During Pregnancy by Slemons, J. Morris (Josiah Morris)