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pelvic girdle

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pelvic girdle [′pel·vik ¦gərd·əl]
(anatomy)
The system of bones supporting the lower limbs, or the hindlimbs, of vertebrates.


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It has often been suggested that the instability of the pelvic girdle is the primary cause of pelvic (sacroiliac and symphysis pubis) joint pain during pregnancy.
Molnar advises a good cool-down at the end of class, with stretching to the pelvic girdle and lumbar muscles.
 
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