Kegel ExercisesCurrent as of: May 5, 2017 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine & Elizabeth T. Russo, MD - Internal Medicine |
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Kegel ExercisesKegel exercises make your pelvic floor muscles stronger. These muscles control your urine flow and help hold your pelvic organs in place. Doctors often prescribe Kegels for:
How to do Kegel exercisesKegels are easy to do and can be done anywhere without anyone knowing.
Kegels work best when done on a regular schedule. Your doctor may want you to try doing Kegels with biofeedback . It lets you to see, feel, or hear when an exercise is being done correctly. Talk to your doctor if you don't notice improvement after doing Kegels for 3 or 4 months. Current as of: May 5, 2017 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine & Elizabeth T. Russo, MD - Internal Medicine |
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