Ideally the stimulation time should be built up slowly over a period of a few weeks. Units have programmes that produce stimulation for varying lengths of time. If the stimulation lasts for 5 second then you need 10 seconds to allow the muscle to relax before the next stimulation phase. Units should activate your muscles for a few seconds and then give you at least double rest time. Very weak muscles become tired very easily.
– produce more movement which then heightens your awareness of where these muscles are placed – encourage activation of more muscle fibres By joining in with this muscle contraction you will: This gives really good contact between the sensor plates and makes stimulation more comfortable.Īs you increase the intensity you may feel your pelvic floor muscles tighten. The metal part of the vaginal sensor needs to have a coat of lubricating gel such as KY or aquagel. Women often describe the sensation as a ‘tingling’ or ‘buzzing’ that is felt around the pelvic floor muscle area. It also has a space that accommodates any weakness of the front or back vaginal walls (prolapse)Įlectrical stimulation should not be painful. The periform has been designed to provide good muscle contact.
The vaginal sensor- needs to lie as closely as possible to your pelvic floor muscle group. There are many different types of units and vaginal sensors available. Women who require electrical stimulation to activate their pelvic floor muscles use small home units.
