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Looking for experienced physical therapist in Birmingham, Alabama, to help with my urinary incontinence following prostatectomy...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1578433/

Discussion: Pelvic Floor muscle training post-prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 19 2:17pm

Surgery at 78 would seem to indicate that you are a very fit individual which is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1313403/

Discussion: Surgery or Radiation?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 26, 2025

Be diligent in doing your kegels and make sure you are doing them correctly. It takes...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/856986/

Discussion: Any tips on how to get rid of Urinary incontinence and infection?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 9, 2023

Everything was a variation on kegels (short duration and long duration) and core strengthening exercises. Good...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1150936/

Discussion: Urge to urinate & pain and burning due to radiation: Tips?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 2, 2024

I had ZERO incontinence issues. Not one drop. I attribute it to religiously doing Kegels before...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1587196/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 31 6:44am

I did Kegels for the 1st few years but it wasn't enough. I got a prescription...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1346470/

Discussion: Post PT Pelvic Floor/Core Exercises

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 12, 2025

Yes, kegels are the exercise. Proper PT will have you doing kegels while you are doing...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/761838/

Discussion: Stage 4 prostate cancer treatment options

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 16, 2022

That’s correct. I have some (few now) up and down days with minor leaks. If it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/919263/

Discussion: Looking for men who recently had a laparoscopic radical prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 26, 2023

One thing that I have to keep telling myself is “Don’t Over Think This!” The only...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1527999/

Discussion: Pre-surgical kegels: Six sets vs. three sets

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 16 7:32am

Pelvic Floor PT for Kegels with a qualified physical therapist was very helpful for me and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1205859/

Discussion: Prostatectomy And Incontinence: When can I expect it to improve?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 7, 2025

I had the same robotic surgery. Keep exercising your Kegels and close them just before you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1137738/

Discussion: Recovery after Robotic Prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 7, 2024

I have a feeling that my PT is wanting a base line to see if the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1329967/

Discussion: Pee Log. After surgery, how many times did you pee in the average day?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 18, 2025

I had my RP just over 7 months ago. I used the Depends diaper, pads and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/954310/

Discussion: Pad (for leaking) recommendation after prostate surgery

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 26, 2023

Couldn’t agree more. I did Kegels religiously before and after my RP and had ZERO incontinence...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1208868/

Discussion: After catheter removal

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 11, 2025

It can take months and months to regain continence. Persistence with PROPER Kegels is the key....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1161613/

Discussion: Leakage after Radical Prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 23, 2024

Here are some useful related discussions to check out: - Best Kegel App? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/best-kegel-app/ - Kegel...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1167511/

Discussion: What is the proper number and frequency of kegels?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 3, 2024

good luck you are really on the right course now checking things out and making sure...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1585754/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 29 5:25am

You started kegels 2 mos after surgery? I’m trying to do kegels but I can’t seem...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/919308/

Discussion: Looking for men who recently had a laparoscopic radical prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 26, 2023

In addition to the recommendations already ( no lifting, follow medial advice, walking etc) I would...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1609415/

Discussion: Post prostatectomy physical exercises and when?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: 3 days ago

My surgeon emphasized the need to do Kegels. I started doing Kegels for the six weeks...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1128539/

Discussion: Are Kegels Worthwhile?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 22, 2024

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