kegel
Internal muscle squeeze
A kegel is an exercise that strengthens the pelvic floor muscles by repeatedly contracting and relaxing them.
Named after gynecologist Arnold Kegel, the exercises help with bladder control, postpartum recovery, and sexual function.
She does her kegels while sitting at her desk.
Often pluralized: The doctor recommended kegels after childbirth.
Inability to retain waste
- prolapseOrgan slipping from place
- bladder controlUrinary restraint ability
- postpartumAfter childbirth period
- recoveryRegaining what was lost
rehabilitation · prevention · therapy · prostate health · urinary · bowel control · menopause · childbirth preparation
Muscles supporting abdominal organs
- contractionReduction in size
- squeezeFirm bilateral compression
- repetitionAct of redoing
- toningStrengthening muscles gradually
strengthening · relaxation · biofeedback · routine · sets · hold · release · muscle memory
incontinence
Inability to retain waste
- prolapseOrgan slipping from place
- bladder controlUrinary restraint ability
- postpartumAfter childbirth period
recovery · rehabilitation · prevention · therapy · prostate health · urinary · bowel control · menopause · childbirth preparation · physiotherapy
pelvic floor
Muscles supporting abdominal organs
- contractionReduction in size
- squeezeFirm bilateral compression
- repetitionAct of redoing
toning · strengthening · relaxation · biofeedback · routine · sets · hold · release · muscle memory · isolation
pelvic floor
Muscles supporting abdominal organs
- sphincterMuscle encircling body opening
- perineumArea between genitals, anus
- musculatureArrangement of muscles
bladder · urethra · rectum · pelvis · core · tissue · fascia · ligament
gynecologist
Female reproductive medicine physician
- Kegel exercisesInternal muscle strengthening routine
- kegel ballsPelvic floor exercise device