The pubococcygeus is a muscle that stretches from the pubic bone to the coccyx, forming part of the pelvic floor and supporting the pelvic organs. It plays a crucial role in urinary continence and sexual function.
Related terms
Pelvic floor: A layer of muscles stretching like a hammock from the tailbone to the pubic bone, supporting abdominal and pelvic organs.
Urinary incontinence: The loss of bladder control or leaking urine, which can be improved with strengthening of pelvic floor muscles including the pubococcygeus.