The pelvic floor muscles are located between the tailbone (coccyx) and the pubic bone within the pelvis. They support the bowel and bladder (as well as the uterus and vagina in females). Muscular bands (sphincters) encircle the urethra, vagina and anus as they pass through the pelvic floor.
What are the signs of a weak pelvic floor?
If you are diagnosed with pelvic floor dysfunction, you may experience symptoms including:
- urinary issues, such as the urge to urinate or painful urination.
- constipation or bowel strains.
- lower back pain.
- pain in the pelvic region, genitals, or rectum.
- discomfort during sexual intercourse for women.
Where is the pelvic floor of a female?
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that stretch like a hammock from the pubic bone at the front, to the coccyx (tailbone) at the back and from one ischial tuberosity (sitting bone) to the other (side to side). A female's pelvic floor muscles support her bladder, bowel and uterus (womb).
