IC Disease

Many times, doctors will recommend that female incontinence sufferers try Kegel exercises.  The purpose of Kegel exercises is to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles.  The pelvic floor muscles are used when we give birth, urinate, have sex, and have bowel movements.  There are many things that can cause the pelvic floor muscles to become weak, leading to incontinence.  Some of these are being overweight, childbirth, surgeries, and age.  Having a chronic illness like IC Disease can also lead to incontinence for some patients.

Performing Kegel Exercises

To perform the Kegel exercises, a woman needs to practice contracting the vagina.  In order for her to feel the contraction, she can use her fingers, specially designed exercisers, balls, or foam objects.  The overall goal with doing Kegel exercises is to regain vaginal tightness.