4. Kegel exercises help strengthen pelvic floor muscles to reduce leaks and urges. Kegels work by squeezing pelvic floor muscles as if you’re trying to stop urinating. You should do these exercises 3 to 4 times a day for best results.
You can also try wearing vaginal weights to enhance Kegel exercise performance. They are small, cone-shaped weights that you insert into the vagina. You have to contract your pelvic floor muscles to hold the weights in place, which strengthens the bladder.
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5. Losing weight will also help because the extra weight around the abdomen and hips places extra pressure on your pelvic muscles, increasing urination.
6. Try to go to the bathroom on a schedule even if you do not feel the urge to go.
If you are still having problems with overactive bladder after trying some of these home remedies. Please keep track of your symptoms. If you are still having problems with overactive bladder after trying some of these home remedies, see a urologist to discuss what is causing this condition as well as solutions.
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