Pelvic Toner Instructions

Using an electric pelvic toner can effectively tighten your pelvic floor muscles.

Weak pelvic floor muscles can lead to urine leakage, stress incontinence and decreased sexual satisfaction in women, according to pelvic toner manufacturers. In the 1940s, Dr. Arnold Kegel designed a program that addressed weak pelvic floor muscles in adults. "Seek Wellness" reports that following the Kegel program can strengthen your pelvic floor muscles. However, it is difficult to properly perform kegel exercises without resistance or an assistive device, according to Pelvic-floor-toner.info. As of 2011, electric pelvic toners have become popular among women because of their convenience and effectiveness. These devices produce mild electrical currents that automatically contract the surrounding pelvic muscles.

Things You'll Need

• Water-based lubricant
• Towel

Instructions

1. Lubricate the electro-probe with the lubricant provided in the packaging. If you run out of lubricant, any common water-based lubricant will suffice.

2. Insert the probe into your vagina or anus depending on which muscles and angles you need to strengthen. "Kegel 8" recommends you insert the device up to 2 inches for optimum results.

3. Face the metal electrodes hip-to-hip. Arranging these metallic parts properly ensures optimum conductivity.

4. Stand, sit or lay down with the pelvic toner in place. Squeeze your buttocks together to secure the toner.

5. Press the "Start" or "On" button to activate the device.

6. Set the intensity level of the device to a comfortable setting. Slowly increase the intensity to avoid painful muscle contractions.

7. Remove the toner device after your 15 minute training session.

8. Rinse off the device with running water and thoroughly dry it with a towel. If the device remains damp for too long, rust and corrosion may occur.

Tips & Warnings

• Use your toner once a day for 12 weeks as recommended by electric pelvic toner manufacturers. After 12 weeks, use the device twice weekly for maintenance purposes.

• Supplementing your electric toner workout with other pelvic toners, such as vaginal barbells and balls, may enhance results.

• Do not use your electric pelvic toner while pregnant. Clinical guidelines recommend against it, according to "Kegel 8."

References

• Pelvic Floor Toners: How Toners Can Help
• Seek Wellness: Pelvic Floor Muscle Rehabilitation
• Kegel 8: Troubleshooting