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Prostate Cancer | Last Active: Dec 28, 2025 | Replies (17)Comment receiving replies
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@soli straining while doing number 2 definitely weakens the pelvic floor muscles (per my PT). Try drawing your abs up and in towards the diaphragm. This put pressure higher up and puts less pressure on the pelvic floor. The same technique also helps to empty the bladder completely.