You insert a vaginal cone into the vagina and then use your pelvic floor muscles to keep it in place.īiofeedback training can also be very useful in helping to identify and isolate your pelvic floor muscles. They may recommend using an object called a vaginal cone.
Talk with your gynecologist if you still aren’t sure you’ve found the right muscles. Incomplete emptying of the bladder can raise your risk for a urinary tract infection (UTI). It isn’t a good idea to start and stop your urine regularly, or to frequently do Kegel exercises when you have a full bladder. However, you should use this method for learning purposes only. Get used to how they feel when they contract and relax. The muscles you use for this action are your pelvic floor muscles.
You can also locate the muscles by trying to stop your urine mid-flow. One way to find them is by placing a clean finger inside your vagina and tightening your vaginal muscles around your finger. When you’re first starting Kegel exercises, finding the right set of muscles can be tricky.
Finding the pelvic floor muscles in women
