At a glance
- Leakage is not all the same: leaking when coughing and sudden urgency can have different causes.
- The pelvic floor is one of the muscle groups that support the bladder from below.
- General health sources discuss regular, correctly performed exercise in the context of bladder control.
Bladder control and the pelvic floor
Pelvic floor muscles help support the bladder and bowel.
Leakage is not all the same
Leakage with coughing or movement and sudden urgency can relate to different causes. Seek professional assessment.
Finding the muscle is the first step to training it regularly.
Exercise context
General health sources discuss pelvic floor exercise in relation to bladder control.
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.
