We talked to a pelvic floor physical therapist on how to sit on the toilet for optimal bladder health.
Chances are, you’re doing it wrong!
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This will make the evacuation of the bladder and rectum much easier.
Common mistakes are squatting position and not fully sitting on the toilet.
Never hover over the toiletsit down.
urology and women’s health specialist atAeroflow Urology
When youre using a public bathroom, you may opt for squatting over sitting.
Dr. Jeffrey-Thomas wants you to fight that urge (even if it means toilet-papering the seat beforehand).
Sit down, and let it flow, because this is the best way to empty your bladder.
Use a toilet stool if you have one.
When you have your feet off the ground, youll notice how easy it is to eliminate.
It also helps if youre just urinating.
Sit up straight while youre on the throne.
I know you want to curl over your phone and scroll through Instagrambut now is just not the time.
Sit up straight so that your pelvic floorwill naturally engagewhile youre in the bathroom.
urology and women’s health specialist atAeroflow Urology
Do not push to pee.
Why is sitting on the toilet correctly important?
Its totally normal and common to run into a less than clean toilet seat.
But,having a proper seated positionis essential for fully evacuating your bladder.
This can cause some pelvic floor tightness over time and also potentially prevent you from empyting your bladder.
This can put you at risk for urinary tract infections or urgency down the road.
Knowing how to sit on the toilet in the best way for your bladder can keep those at bay.
How does your posture outside the bathroom affect your body in the bathroom?
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