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The easiest way to explain a Kegel is to squeeze your cheeks. DO NOT use your...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/967695/

Discussion: Do those Kegels!

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 19, 2023

Welcome, @joeck. You're right. Personal convenience of travel and daily treatments is a contributing factor when...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1052680/

Discussion: Prostate Cancer (47 yrs old) - Guidance Request

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 17, 2024

You have a nerve on your left side. It will take about two years to recover....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1208059/

Discussion: Advice on Penis pumps

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 10, 2025

I've just been to the physio & showed her a number of device options. She seemed...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1169787/

Discussion: Has anyone tried a Kegel training device?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 7, 2024

Thanks for your input! When I mentioned squeezing of penis is the contraction made by the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1134991/

Discussion: Recovery after Robotic Prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 2, 2024

I was very happy using the TENA brand absorbent guard in my regular cotton briefs. The...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1309512/

Discussion: AUS - In need of fashion advice: What to wear post-op?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 21, 2025

Oh yeah! Do those Kegel exercises. I didn't realize how important they were until I stopped...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/950397/

Discussion: Why did you choose surgery instead of radiation or vise versa?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 19, 2023

Glad to hear you’re doing well. I’m prepared to wear pads. And also the catheter for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/950392/

Discussion: Why did you choose surgery instead of radiation or vise versa?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 19, 2023

I did not have these SEs. PT for Kegel edu before; and following. Walked 20 mins...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/888656/

Discussion: Belly and scrotum swelling post robotic assisted RP

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 2, 2023

Just to report back...I did go ahead and get the Easy Kegel app and paid the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1530467/

Discussion: KEGEL APP for Prostate Cancer Patients; Search for updated info

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 19 8:12am

The video is from Michelle Kenway, an Australian physiotherapist. “ Prostatectomy Kegel Exercises for Men |...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1177893/

Discussion: Are there any videos showing how to do Kegels correctly?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 22, 2024

Formal PT for Kegel exercises helped me. 1 session before RP and a number of sessions...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/904401/

Discussion: How long were you Incontinent? How did it come back for you?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 30, 2023

I think of Kegels similarly to any muscle exercise: Continue, as desired or needed. My understanding...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1128591/

Discussion: Are Kegels Worthwhile?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 22, 2024

I couldn’t agree more about doing the Kegel exercises. I did them religiously before and after...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/996505/

Discussion: Knowing ASAP if with recurrence - Your Thoughts, Please!

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 13, 2024

I had no leakage at all following my November RP. I believe that is due to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1049906/

Discussion: Do you know when you are leaking urine post surgery?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 13, 2024

Wow! Fantastic continence right after surgery! May I ask how old you are? My husband's 71....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/996795/

Discussion: Knowing ASAP if with recurrence - Your Thoughts, Please!

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 13, 2024

It is important to find someone who deals specifically for male pelvic floor exercises. I am...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1497437/

Discussion: Pelvic Floor PT, post RARP. How many sessions?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 3 3:58pm

maxvt: Thanks so much for that reply. All of it was really helpful and full of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/761674/

Discussion: Stage 4 prostate cancer treatment options

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 15, 2022

Hi does the book by Vanita Gaglani discuss kegel exercises to perform prior to surgery. My...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1208958/

Discussion: After catheter removal

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 11, 2025

I had prostate removal 2 weeks ago at Celebration clinic, Dr Patel. I am disturbed with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1272504/

Discussion: Pelvic Floor muscle training post-prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 2, 2025

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