I am skeptical about "Dr. Sorenson's" qualifications because
there are so many mistakes in his "Questions and Answers",
reprinted below.

1) This answer is basically correct, except that Kegel
did not consider "interruption" a means of identifying
the correct muscles. For Kegel, it was a late-stage
practice instruction. Identification was done by the
physician's educated inserted finger.

2) This is also correct, but the name is misspelled now.

3) Actually, "relaxation" is only one use for biofeedback.
To round out the picture, you should also mention that it is
also used extensively for strengthening or "up-training"
weak muscles, especially, in this context, the pelvic
muscles. It is widely used in physical therapy here.

4) This "answer" is totally incorrect and misleading.
Men have EXACTLY the same muscles as Women, although
access to them is slightly different for obvious
reasons. Kegel Exercises have long been advocated for
men. The effects of proper exercise are best seen
when the penis is erect -- contraction of the pelvic
muscles elevates the angle of the penis visibly. A
famous article suggested graduated exercises, starting
with a handkerchief draped over the erection and
going in stages up to a full bath towel.

Contrary to your conclusion, there is published
research in European journals that show that Kegel
exercises can contribute effectively to restoration
of erectile function.

For more information, search for Kegel on my website,
www.InContiNet.com.

John


John D. Perry, PhD, MDiv, BCIA (Senior Fellow Emeritus),
BCIA-PMDB, Dip., Am Bd Sexology

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Greetings, my name is Dr. Sorenson. I am a Sexologist and a
Relationship Therapist. I receive many questions concerning Kegel
Exercises. Here is a list of questions and answers to many of those
questions.

Q: How many times a day should I do this?
A: Kegel exercises are easy to do and can be done anywhere without
anyone knowing.
-First, as you are sitting or lying down, try to contract the
muscles you would use to stop urinating. You should feel your pelvic
muscles squeezing yourcand anus. If your stomach or buttocks muscles
tighten, you are not exercising the right muscles.
-Once you've found the right way to contract the pelvic muscles,
squeeze for 3 seconds and then relax for 3 seconds.
-Repeat this exercise 10 to 15 times per session. Try to do this at
least 3 times a day. Kegel exercises are only effective when done
regularly. The more you exercise, the more likely it is that the
exercises will help.
-Your doctor may want you to try doing your exercises with to make
sure you are doing them right. Biofeedback allows you to see, feel,
or hear when an exercise is being performed correctly.

Q: Why should I use Kegal?
A: Kegal is an excellent way to tighten up the pelvic floor muscles
that control bladder continence, rectal continence, and vaginal
muscles that aid in vaginal rejuvenation and contractions. In
addition, yes it can be use for sexual gain.

Q: What is biofeedback?
A: Biofeedback is a relaxation technique for learning to control a
body function that is not normally under conscious control, such as
skin temperature, muscle tension, heart rate, or blood pressure.
Biofeedback techniques can be used to manage tension and migraine
headaches, back pain, panic or anxiety attacks, irritable bowel
syndrome, fibromyalgia, and other conditions that are helped by
reducing muscle tension and controlling other body functions.
Learning biofeedback requires practice in a lab or other setting
under the guidance of a trained therapist. Home feedback units are
also available.

Q: Is there a Kegel for men?
A: Many people will say yes. The truth, however, is that there is no
Kegel Exercise for men. The muscles involved in Kegel Exercises are
absent in men. However, a similar exercise strengthens the urethra.
As for how it effects the penis, there is no effect accept for
bladder control.


For more answers to questions such as these, ask your doctor or
visit Web MD. You may also email me.

Dr. Sorenson










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