I've done Kegels before and they never worked for me — how come? Is there more to pelvic physical therapy?P

Patients frequently tell us that they’ve done Kegels in the past and they haven’t worked. In truth, most people either do Kegels incorrectly or don’t do nearly enough of them! Current research suggests 90 Kegels a day help to make measurable strength gains over the course of a six- to eight-week period. Other factors affect Kegels as well, such as managing intra-abdominal pressure, posture, general strength, and breath patterns.

However, it’s a common misconception that pelvic physical therapy is only about Kegel exercises! Exercising the pelvic floor muscles is important, but there is much more to optimizing function. We take a holistic, full-body approach to your treatment to help you reach your goals.

Finally, it is important to be assessed by a therapist to determine if Kegels are even appropriate for you. If you’re experiencing pain or have muscles that are already tight, strengthening the pelvic floor muscles with Kegels might be counterproductive or cause more issues.