Tag: Kegels

Kegels, or the Kegel exercises, are a common routine that women receive as a recommendation to strengthen their pelvic floor and improve dysfunction. Whether it’s weak pelvic floor postpartum, incontinence, prolapse, or another female issue, they are often the answer. 

The problem is that it’s not the right answer in most cases. While popular and beneficial in some cases, Kegels aren’t always the solution. In certain instances, they can even exacerbate the problem, making the women’s health issues worse.

Yet, doctors keep recommending the routine regardless. 

What should you do then? Should you keep doing Kegels or seek an alternative means of improving your pelvic floor health? 

Find answers to your Kegel questions by browsing the blog posts we have on the topic below.

All About Prolapse Surgery: Pros & Cons

Prolapse surgery or any surgery in your pelvic floor area comes with lots of risks and can have long-term negative effects on your body and life

Deciding between surgical and non-surgical treatment options can be quite difficult and frustrating. After all, Prolapse surgery is a life-altering decision that requires careful consideration.

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Life With A Pessary – All You Have To Know (Prolapse)

all you have to know about pessaries

Pessaries are recommended for women with urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. Yet, studies show that long-term use can create unwanted symptoms, discomfort, and lower the quality of life (QoL) in women.

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What Is Pelvic Organ Prolapse and the Best Treatment for It?

Mother in need of pelvic organ prolapse treatment

After having a baby and being reviewed in the postnatal checkup, women are often told that things are back in their original place and they can resume the lifestyle they had prior to pregnancy. Nonetheless, they may not be “back to normal.” For a considerable amount of women, the baby isn’t the only thing coming out […]

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What’s Your Pelvic Floor & Why Its Health Matters

What is your pelvic floor actually

While most conscious women tend to take meticulous care of their health, they severely under-look one aspect. It’s the health of their pelvic floor. In fact, more often than not, it’s not even under-looked but blatantly ignored or the advice given may make things exponentially worse.  The importance of the pelvic floor and its health […]

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