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https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1168248/

Discussion: Alternative to Kegels

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 4, 2024

@lookingforward, you may also be interested in these related discussions:\ - Best Kegel App? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/best-kegel-app/ -...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1216703/

Discussion: Pelvic floor seems like the wrong muscle to be exercising

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 19, 2025

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

Had RARP last January 31st. Gleason 8 before surgery, re-scored to 7 afterwards. All contained in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/941474/

Discussion: Choose between robotic surgery and proton therapy.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 3, 2023

Hi Rose. I would second michaelcharle's comment about Jim starting his kegel exercises before surgery and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/995561/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 11, 2024

That was great! And glad she talked about the easiest way to do a proper Kegel;...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1517662/

Discussion: Need a laugh? This popped up

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 2 7:35am

@quaddick In addition, even if you don’t stimulate to the point of orgasm, think of it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1502521/

Discussion: Post Prostatectomy Two Week Progress

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 10 12:30pm

and you hold your breath during the kegel?

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Discussion: Breathing and kegel exercises

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 20, 2025

You absolutely have to breathe. If you hold your breath you are restricting your pelvic floor...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1359809/

Discussion: Breathing and kegel exercises

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 30, 2025

@billybwbf2 Here are some exercises that he did. - Kegel Exerices : MOBILE APP: XiiB Kegel...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1497652/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 3 11:38pm

Mayo Clinic describes how to do Kegel exercises on their website.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1177876/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 22, 2024

More of the Kegel steps as they come to me. I definitely spelled it wrong in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1163517/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 27, 2024

I am 20 months out from robotic prostate surgery. My incontinence lasted for 6 to 8...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1038709/

Discussion: HELP. when does incontinence stop after prostate removal?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 23, 2024

Hello, how long do you do Kegel exercises?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1128572/

Discussion: Are Kegels Worthwhile?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 22, 2024

Easy Kegel is good too (Apple and Android). https://easykegel.com

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1364713/

Discussion: Kegel Exercises App.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 6, 2025

I had the same surgery. Exercise your Kegel muscles.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1134954/

Discussion: Recovery after Robotic Prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 2, 2024

Should also do kegel exercises before open surgery I believe, but not immediately after until advised...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1474963/

Discussion: Open prostatectomy: How was your healing and recovery?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 5 9:34am

My urologist emphasizes Kegel exercises. I told him I do lots of sit ups and he...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/942249/

Discussion: Choose between robotic surgery and proton therapy.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 5, 2023

Thanks for sharing. She also has a companion video of Kegel for Men a Beginner's version.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1360885/

Discussion: Breathing and kegel exercises

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 31, 2025

@mlabus3 Thanks for that advice!! I picked up the book by Vianita Gaglani on Urinary Leakage...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1502753/

Discussion: Go with local prostectomy surgeon or pursue big center 2.5 hours away

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 10 7:19pm

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