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What is a description of pelvic relaxation?
The pelvic floor normally holds the uterus and the bladder in position above the vagina. When the pelvic floor becomes stretched/damaged, these organs can sag into the vagina, sometimes bulging out.
What is the medical condition pelvic relaxation?
A weakening of the supportive muscles and ligaments of the pelvic floor, this condition, which affects women causes the pelvic floor to sag and press into the wall of the vagina.
The levator ani provides a sphincter like action in what?
The levator ani muscle provides a sphincter-like action in the pelvic floor, aiding in controlling the openings of the urethra, vagina, and anus. It plays a crucial role in maintaining continence and supporting the pelvic organs.
The voluntarily controlled sphincter fashioned by skeletal muscle at the point where the urethra passes through the pelvic floor is called the?
External Urethral Sphincter
Is the condition in which the uterus sags into the vagina?
The condition you are describing is called uterine prolapse. It occurs when the uterus slips down into or protrudes out of the vagina. Symptoms may include a feeling of pelvic pressure, discomfort, or in severe cases, tissue protruding from the vagina. Treatment options can include pelvic floor exercises, pessaries, or surgery.
What happens in genuine stress incontinence?
In GSI, weak muscles supporting the urethra allow it to be displaced and/or descend into the pelvic-floor fascia (connective tissues) and create cystoceles, or pockets
What is a pelvic floor?
A pelvic floor is composed of muscle fibers which span under the pelvis. To read more on pelvic floor, check out en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pelvic_floor and www.pelvicfloor.com
What is the pelvic floor in both male and female called?
The pelvic floor is also called the pelvic diaphragm.
What is a cystocele?
A cystocele is a medical condition where the walls between a woman's bladder and vagina weaken, causing the bladder to bulge into the vagina. This can lead to symptoms such as pelvic pressure, urinary incontinence, and discomfort during intercourse. Treatment options may include pelvic floor exercises, pessaries, or surgery.
What does the urethra runs through the center of?
The urethra runs through the center of the penis in males, traveling from the bladder to the external opening at the tip. In females, the urethra is shorter and runs through the pelvic floor, connecting the bladder to the external opening located just above the vaginal opening. Its primary function is to transport urine from the bladder to the outside of the body.
How can you relax your pelvic floor muscles effectively?
To relax your pelvic floor muscles effectively, you can try techniques like deep breathing, pelvic floor exercises, and progressive muscle relaxation. These methods can help release tension and promote relaxation in the pelvic area.
What are some effective standing pelvic floor exercises that can help improve pelvic floor strength and stability?
Some effective standing pelvic floor exercises to improve strength and stability include kegel exercises, squats, lunges, and bridges. These exercises engage the pelvic floor muscles and can help prevent issues like urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.
