Iliococcygeus

Definition

The iliococcygeus is a muscle that forms part of the pelvic floor, specifically within the levator ani muscle group. It extends from the ilium's spine to the coccyx (tailbone), acting to support pelvic organs and maintain continence.

Related terms

Levator Ani:

A broad, thin muscle group situated on either side of the pelvis, responsible for lifting and supporting the pelvic floor.

Pelvic Floor:

The muscular region within the pelvis that supports the organs of the abdomen, playing key roles in urinary and fecal continence as well as sexual function.

Coccyx:

The small bone at the base of your vertebral column (spine), often referred to as your tailbone, which anchors several muscles of the pelvic floor