Inflammation of the prostate gland or neoplasm in the form of an adenoma, which causes urinary disorders and sexual dysfunction, is the result of general aging of the body, or due to external infections and improper lifestyle.
Regardless of the cause of this pathology, a specific set of physical exercises can facilitate the process of treatment and restoration of prostate function in men.
General physical education, the effect of which is threefold with a healthy diet and the rejection of alcohol and cigarettes, strengthens the immune system and male hormones and in most cases does not include the appearance of prostatitis even in old age.
But if there are any slight signs of inflammation, such as difficulty and pain during urination, before continuing self-treatment, you should see a doctor. The intensity of prostatitis symptoms can be deceptive. Only after expert research can the degree and nature of the disease be determined, and a set of physical exercises appropriate to this.
Patients diagnosed with chronic prostatitis and in the process of recovery from adenoma surgery are prescribed special therapeutic exercises, which are carried out under the supervision of a physician. In milder forms of inflammation, the therapeutic effect of the drug can be supported by gymnastics, which strengthens the muscles and improves blood circulation in the pelvic area. Physical activity not only stimulates metabolism, but also relieves the psychological stress caused by disease and supports the male body, stating all possible self-treatment.
Daily Exercises
The entire population of men on the planet lives a lifestyle that does not move to one level or another. Those who work only in a state of freezing for hours at the fifth point, i. e. people who have a daily sedative regime for eight hours or more, are recommended to exercise and short warming every half hour is in a static position, no matter where the person is.
Exercises for the prevention of prostatitis can be included in the special exercise menu, or you can just do one of them as a short warm-up, repeated up to ten times. All exercises are done while standing, the first movement is inhalation, the transition to the starting position is breathing. The back is straight, feet not down from the floor.
- Half squat with knees to the side;
- Raise the legs bent at the knees so that the thigh line is parallel to the floor. Then move the straightened leg backwards. You can change this exercise, by bringing the foot to the side. If you have difficulty maintaining balance, you can first practice with your hands leaning on the back of the chair. Then gradually move to implementation without emphasis;
- Slow circular movements with straightened legs, while tense the back muscles;
- Lungs front and sides wide. In this case, the other leg bends;
- Jump in place, with two legs and alternating legs;
- Pulling to the ceiling with extended hands.
For warm-up throughout the day, you can use exercises to pull and relax the abdomen and buttocks. The main principle is to improve the most tense muscles and gradually relax for a long time. In addition, this exercise can also be done in a sitting position.
Climbing stairs is another easy exercise to use for prostatitis that strengthens your pelvic muscles. You can imitate such a step on a bench or chair, while, depending on the level of fatigue, you can do this exercise with a different rhythm from slow running to fast running.
A set of exercises for the pelvic organs
Exercises for prostatitis and adenomas should be strictly normalized: you can not spend yourself, you must adhere to the steps and get energy and pleasure from exercise.
While exercising in the morning or exercising on the mat at home, do exercises that strengthen the pelvic and perineum muscles and increase blood circulation in the lower part of the trunk. It is important to note that training progress is measured not only by increasing repetition, but also by improving technique. Stretching should increase over time, the movement will be light and clear.
A large number of exercises are performed using leg movements while lying on the back:
- Straight legs are raised perpendicular to the floor and held for a few seconds;
- Straighten the bent leg at the knee parallel to the floor;
- Foot movements are like riding a bike, you have to do up to 500 round movements per day. In this case, the movement must be done clockwise and counterclockwise;
- Lift your pelvis with knees bent on the floor, then straighten your legs and stretch in the opposite direction;
- Draw a circle and eight with the legs, you can diversify this exercise by moving the closed legs and straightening up and down and diagonally;
- From a prone position, you need to lift the leg and spread it to the side. Fix this position for a few seconds.
You also need to practice:
- Exercises with exercise balls: rolling while sitting and lying down, squeezing the ball between the hips and legs, jumping into this position.
- Push-ups from the floor, for beginners - from walls or bars.
- Stool grip: position with emphasis on elbows and feet.
- Move your back while sitting.
- Jump rope.
- Bend forward from the supine position with the feet straight.
In the daily gymnastics complex, there must be exercises to stretch the muscles and increase the flexibility of the lower spine.
Yoga for prostatitis
Before doing exercises called asanas, you need to do some preparation. To determine which exercise is appropriate in each case, you need to gain a basic knowledge of yoga practice, reach a certain level of muscle stretching and master a special breathing complex.
Here is a description of three asanas that require long enough training to complete:
- The legs are separated by an incomplete separation of 10 cm from the floor, the body is bent and the arms are extended forward touching the feet. The same thing happens in the other direction;
- Straight posture, weight transferred to one leg bent. The other leg is brought over the supporting spine, the arms intertwined throughout the body;
- Lying on your stomach, take your ankles with your hands and complete your body as much as possible.
Gymnastics is not visible for prostatitis
This is a special physical exercise that is indicated for prostatitis and requires concentration and relaxation. With their help, a unique massage effect can be achieved. Exercises should be repeated several times a day, doing 10-20 repetitions.
- While inhaling, pull the anus, while exhaling, relaxing. It is important to practice rhythmically using two different options. The first involves pulling and relaxing periodically as soon as possible. In the latter case, the maximum state of tension should be maintained for as long as possible, then the muscles should be relaxed gradually and gradually - also prolonging this process as much as possible.
- Urinary incontinence. You can really practice interfering with the flow of urine, up to 30 breaks every time you urinate. You can also simulate urinary disorders due to muscle contraction.
This exercise can and should be done for prostatitis and prostate adenoma, alternating starting positions: standing, sitting, lying down. If done correctly, you can feel a surge of heat in the groin area, there may be a small amount of pain that will disappear over time.
Physiotherapy training
This is a set of physical exercises specifically for the treatment of prostatitis, which, as a rule, are combined with massage and other physiotherapy procedures, and cause the restoration of impaired erectile function, urination and defecation. Such exercises, which basically repeat the complex of preventive gymnastics, are prescribed by a doctor, depending on the medical history, and after the urologist decides on the question of how to treat the disease. Exercising with prostatitis can cause increased pain, so it is important to do it with regular medical supervision.
Exercises for chronic prostatitis are very rare. According to urologists, training on a simulator and using dumbbells and barbells to pump specific muscle groups can also be determined.
All kinds of physical activity - walking, running, swimming, jumping rope, cycling, in the absence of medical contraindications, contribute to the treatment of prostatitis, improve the patient's vitality and improve his mood.