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Thanks for sharing. RARP next week. Kegels, kegels, kegels...

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Discussion: All explained : What To Expect After Da Vinci RP video

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Posted: Jun 12, 2025

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

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Posted: Nov 26, 2024

Although already mentioned, Kegels guided by a specialist. And more Kegels. You have great practical inputs...

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Discussion: Surgery is Scheduled: What to do before?

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Posted: Mar 27, 2025

I did Kegels religiously before and after my RP and had zero incontinence issues. I attribute...

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

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Posted: Mar 17, 2024

@quaddick what was your regular schedule for daily kegels a day thanks

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

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Posted: Jul 16 2:32pm

Kegels can be counterproductive. You could look for a pelvic floor physical therapist. Should be covered...

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Discussion: Prostate Cancer Incontinence: What products do you use? Tips?

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Posted: Oct 19, 2025

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

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

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Posted: Jan 19, 2025

I did Kegels prior so that I would know how they feel.

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Discussion: Has anyone tried therapy prior to RARP to prepare for incontinence?

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Posted: Jun 30 6:54am

I think the kegels are important. Whether or not you get training is not as important....

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Discussion: Has anyone tried therapy prior to RARP to prepare for incontinence?

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Posted: Sep 18, 2025

Do your Kegels!

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Discussion: What YouTube videos helped you learn more about prostate cancer?

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Posted: Sep 16, 2024

@rlpostrp There’s such a thing as Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy that is something more than Kegels?...

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Discussion: Considering an Artificial Urinary Sphincter (AUS): Need advice

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Posted: 3 days ago

If you look at 10 different ways to do kegels, I find I got 10 different...

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

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Posted: Oct 29, 2024

Kegel exercises were extremely important to my recovery after RP. I was fortunate to have been...

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Discussion: Are Kegels Worthwhile?

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Posted: Aug 22, 2024

when I started I did so many kegels that I could not sit. I had that...

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Discussion: Anyone experience pain, discomfort, tenderness along perineum post-RP?

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Posted: May 12, 2024

Start Kegels now. Set up appt with physical therapy and ED months in advance, even before...

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

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Posted: Feb 9 12:41pm

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

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

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Posted: Nov 3, 2024

I definitely believe in kegels. I did Pelvic Floor PT before and after my RALP in...

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Discussion: Are Kegels Worthwhile?

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Posted: Sep 26, 2024

I experienced the same mental anguish. Do your Kegels religiously. You’ll find the catheter is no...

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Discussion: Apprehensive, and asking for your advice pre RP

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Posted: Jan 25, 2024

I'm with @michaelcharles ".. Kegel exercises helped me" It sounds like I was a little lucky...

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

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Posted: Jul 30, 2023

Do your kegels and core. It will help in bladder control recovery

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Discussion: Prostate cancer surgery: What can I expect & prepare for?

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Posted: Oct 29, 2024