Kegel exercise - Kegel trainer 1.7

Kegel exercises help strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, which play a crucial role in controlling urine flow and supporting pelvic organs in the body.

Healthcare professionals commonly recommend Kegel exercises for specific conditions, such as:

• Stress incontinence: This condition involves unintentional urine leakage during activities like laughing, coughing, sneezing, jogging, or lifting heavy objects.
• Urge incontinence: Characterized by an intense and sudden urge to urinate that may lead to an inability to reach the toilet in time.
• Pelvic floor weakness resulting from childbirth: The pelvic floor muscles can become weakened or stretched during childbirth, potentially leading to issues with urinary control and the descent of pelvic organs. Uterine prolapse occurs when the uterus descends due to weakened muscles. Performing Kegel exercises regularly during and after pregnancy can help prevent this condition.

Here is how to correctly perform Kegel exercises:

1. Identify the muscles used to stop urination.
2. Squeeze these muscles for 3 seconds, then relax them for another 3 seconds. Your stomach and thigh muscles should remain relaxed during this process.
3. Gradually increase the duration of squeezing by 1 second each week until you can hold for 10 seconds at a time.
4. Repeat this exercise between 10 to 15 times per session, aiming for at least 3 sessions daily.
5. Avoid practicing Kegels while urinating, as it can be harmful to your bladder.
6. Consistency is key for optimal results with Kegel exercises.

Your healthcare provider might suggest trying Kegels with biofeedback to enhance your practice. This technique allows you to receive visual, tactile, or auditory cues when performing the exercises correctly.

If you don't observe improvements after regularly practicing Kegels for 3 to 4 months, it's advisable to consult your doctor for further guidance.