Pubis is the bone that forms the front part of the pelvis. The pubic bones of opposite sides meet in the symphysis and protect the bladder from the front.
n. (pl. pubes) a bone forming the lower and anterior part of each side of the *hip bone (see also pelvis). The two pubes meet at the front of the pelvis at the pubic symphysis. See also pubes.
(SPD) pain in the region of the pelvic girdle, most commonly over the pubic bone in the front or in the lower back and usually caused by excessive movement of the symphysis pubis and other pelvic joints. This is common during pregnancy, hence the condition is also called pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain (PPGP). Treatment is usually with physiotherapy.... symphysis pubis dysfunction
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