Effective exercises in the fight against prostatitis

The main principle of prostatitis treatment is an integrated approach. Not the last place in therapy is occupied by physical activity - special exercises that will speed up the beginning of recovery. But they must be performed correctly, according to the technique, and only after consulting a doctor.

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In order to completely get rid of diseases of the genitourinary system, a person needs a complex treatment, which includes a number of measures. This includes physical exercises, many of which are well developed at the moment.

How does exercise affect the course of prostatitis?

The prostate consists of 3 lobes, between which there is a gap for the urethra. Each lobe contains vesicular fiber and cortex, and the prostate is located below the bladder (sphincter). This whole system is closely connected, which is why it functions normally.

When the prostate is affected (the reasons are numerous, including a sedentary lifestyle, static postures), the fiber loses elasticity, tone decreases, and blood circulation is disrupted. Therefore, the blood is not supplied with the intensity that is needed, and in small quantities. This deprives the genitals of nutrients. As a result, the synthesis of new cells is slowed down, the local metabolism is weak.

When the patient begins to lead an active lifestyle (doing special exercises for the pelvic organs), the following happens:

1. It stimulates blood flow to the genitourinary system, on the background of which oxygen and other useful substances are fed.
2. The functional ability of nerve cells is restored (prostatitis often occurs against the background of stress).
3. Stagnation in the prostate is eliminated.
4. The muscles in the perineum and hip joints are strengthened, which is why the genitourinary organs are in the correct anatomical position.
5. Metabolism is accelerated, fiber structure is normalized.
6. Tissues become more flexible.
7. The inflammatory process is reduced.

The effectiveness of physical activity in prostatitis has been proven by scientific research. The reason for this was the main cause of the disease - prostate congestion due to impaired blood supply.

Exercises for the treatment of chronic prostatitis

Gymnastic exercises for chronic prostatitis aim to stimulate the prostate and increase potency. Basic exercise requirements:

• run on a hard surface;
• place a roller or small pillow under your head;
• avoid sudden movements;
• initially the load is minimal, but with a gradual increase.

Consider 4 basic exercises for chronic prostatitis:

1. Take a lying position. Place your hands along your body, palms down. As you exhale, bend your knees slightly and stretch them to your chest. Then spread your legs to the side as much as you can. After inhaling, return to starting position. Run 15-20 times.
2. The starting position is the same. Bend your legs at the knees, press your feet firmly to the floor. We begin to spread our legs to the side, without lifting the heel off the surface. Hold for a few seconds and return to starting position. The number is 15-20 repetitions for 10 approaches. Pause - 20 seconds.
3. Lie on your stomach. Hands next to the body. We begin to bend the right leg at the knee. After that, lift slightly. Return to the straightening position. Repeat the same with the left limb. Run 12 times on each side.
4. Standing position. Place your feet shoulder-width apart. Hands on waist. Perform short squats. At the end point, stop for 2-3 seconds. Return to the starting position without completing the approach, ie keep your legs slightly bent. Quantity - 12 times.

Exercises for congestive prostatitis

The main goal of these gymnastic activities is to improve blood flow and increase immunity in the prostate. Main rules when performing exercises:

• the appearance of a warm tide in the pelvic area;
• do not interrupt the exercise;
• exclusion of sudden movements;
• try to fully tighten and relax the pelvic and anus muscles.

Basic exercises for congestive prostatitis:

1. "Walking" on the buttocks.Sit on the floor, straighten your back. Legs straight. We start the movement with the hips, moving the buttocks forward. Try not to help with your hands.
2. Squeezing the ball with your hips.There are two ways to do this - standing or sitting. Put the ball between your thighs. It is necessary to alternately squeeze and release the muscles in the anal area. Exercise improves blood circulation. It is recommended to do gymnastics at different paces - fast and slow. Quantity - 20 times.
3. Raising your legs.Take a sitting position on the floor. Put a gymnastic mat under your buttocks. Tilt your body back slightly. Correct the position with your hands. We begin to gradually lift the straightened legs off the surface, reaching 15 cm, after which they need to bend at the knees and reach the chest. Repeat 10-20 times. This exercise is considered difficult for people who are overweight. Therefore, repetitions can be divided into 3 series.
4. Active foot movements.Starting position - lying on your back. Straighten your legs, heels and toes together. Keep your hands close to your body. Begin to gradually raise and lower your feet. After that, the pace must be accelerated. The number of movements is 20 times.
5. Jumping.Do 10 jumps. At the same time it is recommended to bend the knees and try to stretch them to the chest. Repeat 3 more times after a 1 minute break.
6. Running on the spot.The main thing here is to raise your legs as high as possible (to chest level). Time is 2-3 minutes.
7. Scissors.Sit on the floor with your torso slightly bent back. Raise your feet 10 cm off the floor. Swing your limbs 20 times.
8. Bicycle.Lie on the floor. Hands below the lower back. Raise your legs and bend your knees slightly. Start simulating pedaling. Time is 4-5 minutes.
9. The boat.Lying on your stomach, raise your arms and legs. For best effect, start rocking back and forth slightly.
10. Slopes.Become right. On the exhale, lower your body as much as possible, trying to touch the floor with your fingers. Hold in this position for about 10 seconds. Repeat several times.

Exercises for seated patients

A sedentary lifestyle leads to chronic prostatitis. To prevent this from happening, it is necessary to perform a set of exercises that can be performed in the workplace on a daily basis:

1. Sit on a chair. Put your hands together and place them on your stomach (below the navel). Take a deep breath and press with your hands. The exercise should be repeated until a feeling of warmth appears in the groin area.
2. Tighten and relax the muscles in the anal area. In this case, you can gently move your hips in a circle.
3. Respiratory exercises. Inhalation should be held when inhaling. It is recommended to use not only the chest but also the abdomen. Repeat 10 times.

Kegel exercises

Another type of physical therapy is Kegel exercises. They are aimed at:

• strengthening the pelvic muscles;
• reduction of pain syndrome;
• normalization of erection and prolongation of intercourse;
• improved blood flow.

Types of exercises:

1. Delayed urination. In this case, it is necessary to strain the buttocks as much as possible, then relax and continue with the process. You have to do it 2-3 times in one go to the toilet.
2. Hold your breath for 15 seconds, tighten your gluteal muscles. Relax as you exhale. Run a few times.
3. Feet shoulder-width apart. Start squeezing your buttocks lightly, then gradually increase your strength.

The main thing to achieve the effect is to exercise in the morning, when the penis is in an erect state. Also, try to spend more time walking in the fresh air, swimming, jogging and cycling.

Yoga

Some people are skeptical of this type of spiritual practice. But the mistake is that yoga is not just meditation, but has special positions that require certain skills and physical training. Properly performed positions have a beneficial effect on healing (alleviate inflammation, supply tissues with beneficial substances, improve blood circulation and erection process).

Let's look at a few simple exercises:

1. Lotus position. Sit on the floor. Place the right foot below the left lower leg and the left leg below the right. You should sit in this position for about 15-20 minutes. If you want to complicate the exercise a bit, then the feet should be placed on the upper thighs. Soak in the pose for 5-10 minutes.
2. Sit on the floor. Take one of the legs in your hands (for the ankle or heel), start lifting the leg, helping with the hands, to the face. Try throwing your leg over your head. Eliminate sudden movements. If you feel pain, stop exercising and choose another exercise.
3. Take a horizontal position on your back. Put your hands on the surface. Lift your slightly bent legs and move them behind your head until your toes touch the floor. Finally, hold for 10-15 seconds.
4. Lie on your stomach. Lock your hands behind your head. Start lifting the body. Stop at the point for 10 seconds. Return to starting position. Repeat several times.
5. The starting position is the same. Wrap your arms around your ankles. Lift your body and legs. Keep your arms and back tense. You should also tighten your buttocks. Soak for 10 seconds. As you inhale, return to the starting position. Rest time - 1 minute.

All movements are performed smoothly. Take the time to do gymnastics as soon as possible. Relaxation exercises should be done before each workout.

Qigong

In this gymnastics, most of the load falls on the pelvis. Exercises should be done 4-5 times a week in the morning or at bedtime.

1. Sit in the lotus position. Straighten your back, don't throw your head back. Put your hands on your knees. Perform circular body movements using the pelvis. Make 10 circles in a clockwise direction and 10 circles in a counterclockwise direction. This exercise restores urination, relieves pain and strengthens the internal organs of the pelvis. Watch your breathing.
2. Take an upright position. Place your feet shoulder-width apart, arms at your waist. Make 15 circular movements with the pelvis in one direction and the same number in the other. This exercise improves blood circulation and restores an erection.
3. The starting position is the same. Place both hands (palms) on your left knee. Begin to slowly lift the limb, pressing lightly with your hands. Extend your arm to your chest and set aside. Try to maintain balance. Stop at the end point for 10 seconds. Then return to starting position. Repeat the exercise with the other leg. Number - 5 lifts for each lower limb. Rest time - 1 minute. When doing gymnastics, direct all the tension to the pelvis.
4. Starting position - sitting on the floor. Bend your knees and pull them to the side. Press your feet against each other. The heels should touch the groin. Keep your hands on your waist. Perform light knee raises. It should look like flapping your wings. Pay attention to pace and breathing, turn off sudden movements. Gymnastics is performed daily. Helps strengthen the groin and urinary system, tones the pelvic muscles, relieves pain.

Other exercises

Comprehensive therapeutic gymnastics involves performing various activities.

Walking and running

Running and walking have worked well for prostatitis:

1. Moderate walk with a gradual increase in pace. Warm up first. Walk 100 meters at a steady pace, then increase your speed. The maximum distance is not more than 3 kilometers.
2. Walk 50 meters at your normal pace, then run another 250 meters. Then change the run to walking and repeat the same for another 2-3 kilometers.
3. Running with acceleration. Run 200 meters, then increase your speed and cover the same distance. Then return to the original pace. The distance is 2-2, 5 km.

Therapeutic gymnastics in the gym

When exercising with a simulator or sports equipment, do not use heavy loads. Use lightweight accessories. The following activities are suitable for the treatment of prostatitis:

• relaxing warm-up;
• shallow squats with weights - 10 times in 3 series;
• lunges forward with weights - 12 times for each lower limb;
• lifting the torso on the "Roman bench" - 15 times;
• flexion-extension leg with platform.

Try to pay attention to the machines that use your feet.

Exercise to prevent prostatitis

Complex preventive gymnastics can be performed not only in the initial phase of the disease, but also at the time of progression:

1. Get on your knees and spread them out. Feet together. Sit on your heels with your buttocks. Put your hands on your feet and straighten your back. Start squeezing your anus muscles for 5 seconds and then relax for the same amount of time. If you feel uncomfortable, then the exercise is performed correctly.
2. Standing position. As you exhale, lower your body. Hold for 3-5 seconds, then do a deep squat. Returning to the starting position, do the opposite (straighten your legs first, then lift your body). The number of descents and ascents is 15 times.
3. Stand with your back against the wall. With your knee bent, rest your feet on a vertical surface. Remaining in this position, do a squat (not deep). Repeat with the other leg. Quantity - 10-15 times.
4. Take a chair or any sublime object. Place either leg and make deep strides forward. Change the limb and repeat the exercise. Do it 20 times.
5. Take a solid ball (football or basketball will do). Sit on top and perform circular rotations with your pelvis. For balance, you can hold the equipment with your hands.
6. Lie on the floor. Hands behind your head. Perform a core lift with the right elbow reaching toward the left knee and vice versa. Maintain a moderate pace.

Possible contraindications

Before performing any type of exercise, you should remember the contraindications for which therapeutic exercises are prohibited. This includes:

• increased body temperature;
• infectious and inflammatory processes;
• High blood pressure;
• rehabilitation period after surgery;
• exacerbation of chronic diseases;
• stroke and heart attack.

In addition to these contraindications, there are conditions during which the patient should pay attention to any type of exercise. You should also rule out increased loads.

Main pathologies:

• hernia (groin, vertebrae or white line of the abdomen);
• exacerbation of prostatitis;
• malignant formations.

In case of worsening of the general condition, pain, dizziness or other symptoms of fatigue, you should immediately stop exercising and consult a specialist. You must also remember that abstinence or, conversely, promiscuous intercourse is harmful to health.

By performing exercises for prostatitis correctly, you will ensure normal blood circulation to the organ, which is why not only the symptoms will subside, but the recovery processes will also begin. Remember to consult your urologist before starting classes.