What is a perineometer?

The perineometer is a device used in gynecology to measure the strength of the pelvic floor muscles. In conjunction with Kegel exercises, it can help in retraining pelvic floor muscles, which are often weakened after delivery. Training using a perineometer also helps to solve the problem of prolapse, incontinence and premature ejaculation in men. He created the first perineometer to see if a particular patient would benefit from Kegel exercises. At the time of its invention, the device measured the muscle strength by reading air pressure change after pelvic contractions. Over the years, the development has improved it to the Biofeedback, which measures strength through electrical pulses, leading to more accurately.

After inserting the equipment into the vagina or rectum, the patient is asked to close the pelvic floor muscles in such a way that the muscles are instead of pushing down as if they were or urinating. The perineometer measures electrical activity in the muscles and then reports the measurement on the display. Ideally, women should be able to registerAT 10 on a scale, hold the contraction for 10 seconds and repeat the exercise 10 times. Perineometers allow patients to monitor the power of their contractions and create their exercise programs accordingly.

pelvic floor muscle training to a certain level of strength brings several benefits. In addition to rehabilitation of vagina after delivery, strengthening muscles can help prevent the prolapse of the genital or rectal in which the organs as the uterus slip out of place. Exercise can also help the patient overcome urine incontinence, as pelvic floor muscles help to control the bladder movement.

Men can also benefit from using a perineometer. Those suffering from problems such as premature ejaculation can train to postpone the reaction by contraction of the pelvic floor. The same Kegel exercises that perform women can be used for training, with a perineomet to monitor progress.

Although perineometers were once limited to usedAt the clinic, perineometers are now available for home use. The added comfort allows the pelvic floor strength training to be carried out in the privacy of the home. These models are more available than previous versions of Kegel Perineometer and are almost so accurate.