While Kegel exercises have long been associated with pelvic floor health, the often-overlooked counterpart, reverse Kegels, plays a crucial role in promoting muscle lengthening and flexibility. Let’s explore what reverse Kegels are, understand who can benefit from incorporating them into their routine, and discuss the valuable role of pelvic floor physical therapy in optimizing pelvic health.
Understanding Reverse Kegels
Kegel exercises involve contracting and lifting the pelvic floor muscles, primarily focusing on strengthening. In contrast, reverse Kegels involve consciously relaxing and lengthening these muscles. This intentional release and elongation help counteract tension and promote a more balanced pelvic floor.
Performing Reverse Kegels
Who Can Benefit from Reverse Kegels
The Role of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Pelvic floor physical therapy is a specialized field that focuses on optimizing pelvic health through targeted exercises and techniques. Here’s how it can support the practice of reverse Kegels:
Reverse Kegels play a pivotal role in promoting pelvic floor muscle lengthening and relaxation. Whether you’re dealing with pelvic pain, overactive bladder, premature ejaculation, or other pelvic floor dysfunctions, incorporating reverse Kegels into your routine can contribute to a healthier pelvic floor. For personalized guidance and a comprehensive approach to pelvic health, consulting with a pelvic floor physical therapist is a valuable step toward unlocking the full potential of reverse Kegels and achieving a balanced and resilient pelvic floor.
At Pelvic Health Physical Therapy, our physical therapists will provide you with a thorough evaluation to determine what the best treatment plan will be for you. We understand how inhibiting pain and stiffness can be, and we want to help get you back to comfortably living your life. We’ll help lift all of your physical stresses away! Please email
