Pelvic Floor Therapy in Glastonbury, CT: Why Kegels Aren’t Enough

💡 Think Kegels Will Fix Everything? Think Again.

Most people have heard of Kegels — squeeze and release, right? But here’s the truth: if you’re doing Kegels without knowing the state of your pelvic floor, you might be doing more harm than good.

At Bray Chiropractic & Wellness, I see this all the time: patients frustrated that their symptoms haven’t improved — or have gotten worse — even though they’ve been “doing their Kegels.” Let’s talk about why Kegels alone aren’t always the answer and what you actually need to restore function.

1. What Is the Pelvic Floor, Really?

Your pelvic floor is a group of muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues at the base of your pelvis. They support your bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs. These structures need to contract, relax, bulge, and coordinate for proper bathroom mechanics, sexual function, and to optimize organ support.

2. Not All Pelvic Floor Dysfunctions Are the Same

There are two common types:

• Hypotonic (weak): the muscles, ligaments, or connective tissues are too loose and lack tone.

• Hypertonic (tight): the muscles, ligaments, or connective tissues are too tight and have too much tone.

Kegels help with weakness — but not tightness. In fact, if your pelvic floor is overactive, Kegels could worsen pain, urinary symptoms, or sexual dysfunction. Kegels also are not a be-all-end-all approach and may not work for everybody. For example, here at Bray Chiropractic & Wellness, we'll do a thorough evaluation during your initial consultation and find exactly what you need to be working on - whether it's power, endurance, or relaxation of your pelvic floor.

3. Common Signs Kegels Aren’t Working

• Urinary leakage despite consistent Kegels

• Pain with intercourse, tampon insertion, or pelvic exams

• Pelvic heaviness or pressure

• Constipation or straining

• Pain in the low back or hips

• And more...

4. What You Actually Need: A Proper Evaluation

Before doing any exercises, you need to know what your pelvic floor is doing. As a chiropractor trained in internal pelvic floor therapy, I perform a comprehensive assessment to identify muscle tone, alignment, and coordination.

I also evaluate:

• Posture and spinal alignment

• 360 degree breathing patterns

• Core engagement

• Pelvic organ support

• Full orthopedic and neurological evaluation

• Lifestyle and ergonomics

5. Why Pelvic Floor Therapy in Glastonbury, CT Goes Beyond Just Kegels

Treatment isn’t just about Kegels — it’s about retraining your system. In the case of prescribing Kegels, they are often given as an exercise to help with pelvic floor hypertonicity (tightness). No matter your situation, Bray Chiropractic & Wellness offers an integrative and comprehensive approach utilizing:

✅ Hands-on therapy

✅ Internal and external pelvic floor rehabilitation

✅ Breathing and core coordination

✅ Gentle strengthening only when ready

✅ Lifestyle modifications and nutrition when relevant

If you’ve been doing Kegels but still feel “off,” you’re not alone — and you’re not doing anything wrong. You just need a more informed, full-body approach.

If you’re searching for pelvic floor therapy in Glastonbury, CT, it’s important to work with a provider who understands that Kegels aren’t a one-size-fits-all solution.

📍Located in Glastonbury and Rocky Hill, CT, I work with women and men to restore pelvic function, reduce pain, and reclaim quality of life.

[Book a consultation here] or [Send me a message — I’m happy to talk.]