Kegel 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:
Kegels work best when done on a regular schedule. Talk to your doctor if you don't notice improvement after doing Kegels for 3 or 4 months.
Don't make it a practice to do Kegels while urinating. Over time, doing this could hurt your bladder.
If doing these exercises causes pain, stop doing them and talk with your doctor.
Current as of: November 15, 2023
Author: Healthwise Staff Clinical Review Board All Healthwise education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.
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