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The pelvis's bony integrity is supported by various ligaments that lend crucial flexible strength to the pelvic cavity and support some of the internal pelvic structures.[1] The principal ligaments are sacrotuberous, sacrospinous, and iliolumbar, and in the female pelvis, there are further ligaments to support the ovaries and uterus (see Image. Pelvic Ligaments).[2] Trauma or stretching of these ligaments can result in pain syndromes, causing a significant impact on quality of life if not recognized and treated appropriately.[3] Furthermore, pelvic floor dysfunction, which describes wider pathology involving the entire pelvic floor musculature and ligaments, can harm urinary, bowel, and sexual function.[4][5]