Feminine Surgery

Do Kegel exercises help vaginal tone? Gynecologist in Seoul, Korea

The short answer

Yes. Kegel (pelvic floor) exercises strengthen the muscles around the vagina, improving tone and sometimes sensation and bladder control. Surgery can reshape tissue, but only exercise builds muscle strength, so Kegels are recommended before and after any tightening procedure.

How to do them

  • Squeeze the muscles you would use to stop urine flow
  • Hold 5–10 seconds, relax for the same time
  • Repeat 10 times, three times a day
  • Don't hold your breath or squeeze your buttocks

See vaginal tightening.

Answered by Dami Women's Clinic (다미산부인과의원), Yeouido, Seoul · Dr. Ko Sang-hyun, OB/GYN. General information, not a diagnosis. Emergencies in Korea: call 119. Medical disclaimer · International Patient Center