Pelvis vs. Groin — What's the Difference?

Includes arthritis and pelvic inflammatory disease.

Prone to strains and hernias due to overexertion.

Provides structural stability and supports organs in the lower abdomen.

Facilitates leg movement and supports abdominal muscles.

Susceptible to fractures and dislocations from impacts.

Muscle strains, hernias, and lymph node inflammation.

The lower part of the torso, enclosed by the hip bones, sacrum, and coccyx.

The area between the abdomen and thigh, where several muscles and tendons converge.

Central to posture, mobility, and reproductive functions.

Plays a role in leg stability and flexibility.

The pelvis (plural pelves or pelvises) is either the lower part of the trunk of the human body between the abdomen and the thighs (sometimes also called pelvic region of the trunk) or the skeleton embedded in it (sometimes also called bony pelvis, or pelvic skeleton). The pelvic region of the trunk includes the bony pelvis, the pelvic cavity (the space enclosed by the bony pelvis), the pelvic floor, below the pelvic cavity, and the perineum, below the pelvic floor.

The area between the abdomen and the upper thigh on either side of the body.

The large bony frame near the base of the spine to which the hindlimbs or legs are attached in humans and many other vertebrates.

A curved edge formed by two intersecting vaults.

The broadened top part of the ureter into which the kidney tubules drain.

US spelling of groyne

The cavity formed by this structure.

(Anatomy) The crease or hollow at the junction of the inner part of each thigh with the trunk, together with the adjacent region and often including the external genitals.

See renal pelvis.

(Architecture) The curved edge at the junction of two intersecting vaults.

(anatomy) A funnel-shaped cavity, especially such a cavity in the kidney into which urine passes towards the ureter

A small jetty extending from a shore to protect a beach against erosion or to trap shifting sands.

The pelvic arch, or the pelvic arch together with the sacrum. See Pelvic arch, under Pelvic, and Sacrum.

To provide or build with groins.

The calyx of a crinoid.

The crease or depression of the human body at the junction of the trunk and the thigh, together with the surrounding region.

The structure of the vertebrate skeleton supporting the lower limbs in humans and the hind limbs or corresponding parts in other vertebrates

The area adjoining this fold or depression.

A structure shaped like a funnel in the outlet of the kidney into which urine is discharged before passing into the ureter

(architecture) The projecting solid angle formed by the meeting of two vaults

(euphemistic) The genitals.

(geometry) The surface formed by two such vaults.

To deliver a blow to the genitals of.

(architecture) To build with groins.

To hollow out; to excavate.

To grunt; to growl; to snarl; to murmur.

The snout of a swine.

The line between the lower part of the abdomen and the thigh, or the region of this line; the inguen.

The projecting solid angle formed by the meeting of two vaults, growing more obtuse as it approaches the summit.

The surface formed by two such vaults.

A frame of woodwork across a beach to accumulate and retain shingle.

To grunt to growl; to snarl; to murmur.

To fashion into groins; to build with groins.

The crease at the junction of the inner part of the thigh with the trunk together with the adjacent region and often including the external genitals

A protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away

Build with groins;

Pelvic conditions can be more complex and affect more critical functions.

To support the lower body and protect internal organs.

Yes, such as chronic pain or hernias requiring surgical intervention.

It's critical for leg movement, providing stability and flexibility.

Yes, both can significantly impact mobility but in different ways.

Yes, exercises like pelvic tilts and kegel exercises can improve pelvic health.

They're more common in contact sports or sports with a high risk of falls.

Yes, especially due to physical trauma or accidents.

Pelvis pain often relates to the skeletal structure, whereas groin pain usually involves soft tissues.

It provides a passageway for the baby during vaginal delivery.

Through proper warm-up, stretching, and strengthening exercises.

Yes, hernias often cause pain and bulging in the groin area.

An infection of the female reproductive organs, often from STIs.

Indirectly, by causing pain or discomfort that impacts sexual activity.

With rest, ice, compression, elevation, and physical therapy.