Sling removal reduces pain in many women; 1 in 4 becomes pain-free, though nearly half need further treatment, highlighting ...

A nerve-illuminating agent to minimize surgical risk passed an early test by achieving sustained fluorescence of the ...

Groin pain after retropubic sling may signal obturator nerve injury from lateral placement, and early, complete mesh removal ...

19.02.2025: Short case report - Acute incarcerated obturator hernia is a rare cause of thigh pain and is associated with high morbidity and mortality.

Your obturator will need replacing when it starts to feel uncomfortable. You will have regular appointments to check the obturator fits well and feels comfortable. It is important to let your ...

The obturator internus muscle is a key player in hip stability and lower body movement. Strengthening it can optimize hip function, decrease injury risk, and improve athletic performance.

Find out what you need to know about your obturator nerve and its function. Learn the signs of injury and common conditions affecting it.

Doctors use an obturator during a tracheostomy to ensure the trach tube is correctly inserted and positioned in the airway. It also helps protect nearby tissues.

Background: Obturator hernia (OH) is a rare external abdominal hernia, accounting for only 0.07%–1% of all hernia cases. Because the female pelvis is wider and there is less preperitoneal adipose ...

The obturator nerve originates from the lumbar plexus and innervates sensation in the thigh and movement of the adductor muscle group of the hip. Reports on physical therapy for patients with ...