The following exercises strengthen these muscles so you can control or relax them completely. To identify which muscles are involved, alternately start and stop urinating when using the toilet. Practice tightening and releasing these muscles while sitting,standing, walking, driving, watching TV, etc. Tighten the muscles a small amount at a time, Unlike an elevator- going up to the 10th floor. Tighten the muscles from front to back, including the anus, as in the previous exercise.
Practice exercises every morning, afternoon and evening.
Start with 5 times each, and gradually work up to 20 or 30 each time. If the stress incontinence is not severe enough to require surgery, exercise can improve the muscle function. If it is severe, it can be cured with surgery. Possible Complications Complete loss of urinary control. This requires surgery.