Associations between the development of pelvic pain and the interpubic distance have been examined using serial ultrasonography.
A detailed history was taken and general physical and pelvic examinations were done at the first visit.
Various forms of pelvic support have long been used in the management of musculoskeletal conditions in pregnancy.
The causes are generally related t o pelvic floor weakness (multiparity, hypoestrogenism, obesity) or previous pelvic surgery (gynecological, prostatic resection).
This is particularly relevant where there are factors making ultrasound imaging sub-optimal, such as oligohydramnios, difficult fetal position, maternal obesity or pelvic pathology.
This technique is generally well tolerated with toxicity similar to those experienced from high dose pelvic external beam radiotherapy.
In 10% the bilateral stiffness affects the pelvic girdle, usually causing difficulty in climbing or descending stairs.
Posteriorly, the pelvic inlet and pelvic outlet are bounded by the sacral promontory and the ischiotuberous ligaments, respectively.
