Origin
Tuberosity of the ischium.
Insertion
Crus penis.
Blood supply
Perineal artery.
Nerve supply
Pudendal nerve.
Action
It helps to bend the anus. In males, it helps to stabilize the erect penis, and in females, it creates tension in vagina during orgasm.
Disease/Injury
If this muscle gets injured, there will be no proper erection of penis.
Muscle Exercise
To strengthen this muscle, you can perform Kegel’s exercise which comprises of contraction and relaxation of the pelvic floor muscles.
Interesting facts
Kegel’s exercise helps to bring back the normal tone and shape of vagina after child birth.
