At a glance
- Pelvic floor muscles support the bladder and help control urine flow.
- After prostate procedures, your surgeon or physiotherapist should decide when and how to start exercising.
- Finding the right muscles, breathing comfortably and staying consistent are the basics.
The pelvic floor’s role
Pelvic floor muscles support the bladder and are among the muscle groups involved in urine-flow control. Leakage and urgency can have different causes.
After prostate procedures
Pelvic floor exercise may be part of some post-procedure plans. A surgeon or physiotherapist should guide when and how to begin.
Regular practice with the right technique is the core of the routine.
A consistent exercise approach
Recognising the right muscles, breathing comfortably and practising consistently are central parts of pelvic floor exercise.
Sources: NIDDK — Kegel exercises · NHS — Pelvic floor exercises. This page is for general information and does not replace medical diagnosis or treatment. If you have ongoing symptoms, talk to a healthcare professional.
