Pelvic floor exercises can strengthen or relax your pelvic muscles, help reduce bowl and bladder leakage, and stop prolapse.

UCSF’s Physical Therapy department debuts a new Women’s Health Residency Program this fall, which will include training on women’s bodies during and after (peri)menopause.

Unlock the secret to pelvic health, intimacy, and overall well-being with Luke Coutinho's easy-to-follow Kegel exercises and ...

This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Kegels for Men Have you heard of pelvic floor exercises for men?

While Kegel exercises are the traditional therapy for pelvic floor dysfunction, “many women don’t know how to do them ...

If your stream seems reluctant to start, rather than bearing down, try leaning your torso forward a bit and take a few deep, ...

Your uterus nourishes your growing baby for nine months. Once your baby is born, many of the blood vessels in your uterus break. The muscles of your uterus contract and squeeze them shut. Uterine ...

Orgasms cause your uterus to contract, which can cause cramping — but a UTI, vaginismus, and other conditions can also cause ...

Maintaining healthy bathroom habits is vital for protecting your pelvic floor and bladder function. Avoiding common mistakes ...

Incontinence can have a number of causes, from surgery to injuries to pregnancy or age. Regardless of the cause of incontinence, it’s normal to want to reduce or relieve its symptoms. Most types of ...