Pelvic floor problems can occur in many forms for both men and women. Fecal or urinary leakage and pelvic pain—are all common pelvic floor problems. The pelvic floor encompasses the muscles, ligaments ...

This article originally appeared on a blog by Athletico Physical Therapy, based in Oak Brook. Week 7 in professional football brought about multiple injuries to high profile players across the league, ...

I was playing flag football on the beach last weekend and got a sudden pain on my inner thigh. I went to my doctor who said it was a groin muscle pull and I should just rest and it will go away. I’ve ...

Background Athletic groin pain (AGP) is an encompassing term for the multitude of chronic conditions presenting as pain in the inguinal region. The purpose of this review was to compare the return to ...

During a physical exam, doctors may ask questions about a person’s overall health, diet, stress levels, and more. People can also ask their own questions, such as whether they are taking medications ...

A physical examination is a routine test your primary care provider (PCP) performs to check your overall health. It’s also known as a wellness check. You don’t have to be sick to request it. A PCP may ...