How to strengthen the muscles of the uterus with training, gymnastics, balls
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Anatomy
Normally, the fully matured uterus has a pear-shaped form and is divided into three parts: the uterine fundus, the body and the neck. The place of transition of the body into the neck is called the isthmus, whose length can be up to 1 cm, the main function of this part of the organ is manifested directly during childbirth, the isthmus widens, allowing the fetus to pass through the birth canal.
The wall of the uterus consists of three main layers: the serous and subserous membrane, the muscular layer, separately secrete the mucosa.
Cervical muscles
The muscle layer or myometrium is considered to be the most powerful element of the uterine cavity wall due to the fact that it consists of three layers of smooth muscle fibers.
Smooth muscles of the uterus
Smooth muscles are divided into:
- underneath or longitudinal layer, the second name is connected with the fact that the fibers are mainly longitudinal and partly circulating, which will allow them to closely contact the serous layer.
- the circular or vascular layer is considered to be the most developed due to the fact that its structure consists of muscle bundles, which in turn form rings located at the tube corners. This layer is rich in venous vessels, hence the second name.
- submucosal or internal serous layer is considered to be the thinnest layer consisting only of longitudinal fibers.
Muscle tone of the uterus
Muscle fibers under the action of central and autonomic nervous system impulses contract, this condition is called the tone of the muscles of the uterus. During pregnancy, the muscles are in a relaxed state of normotonus, when the state of excitation of the fibers can be talked about hypertonicity. Hypertension of the uterine muscles is a pregnancy-threatening condition.
The reasons for the increased tone of the uterus:
- stressful situations;
- physical overstrain;
- Hypoplasia of the uterus;
- endometriosis;
- myomatous nodes of the uterus;
- infectious diseases;
- polyhydramnios;
- impact of adverse environmental factors;
- bad habits of the mother;
- abortions and miscarriages in the anamnesis.
Weak muscles of the uterus
Such a condition as, "weakness of the muscles of the uterus" can be both physiological and pathological, most often it is a hereditary factor. Weakness of the uterus muscles can provoke premature termination of pregnancy in the early stages, during labor can also cause problems with the passage of the fetus along the generic pathways.
Causes of weakness of the uterine muscles:
- genetic predisposition;
- sedentary lifestyle;
- wearing tightening underwear;
- pathological conditions affecting the pelvic organs;
- cesarean section, the use of vacuum in the anamnesis of previous births.
Spasm of uterine muscles
This condition is natural during the beginning of the new menstrual cycle and in the first trimester of pregnancy. Most often this is due to the influence of the hormonal background, the concentration of estrogen increases.
Muscles of the uterus during pregnancy
During the fertilization of the egg in the body of a woman, under the influence of sex hormones, there are some changes, including a change in the uterus itself. Muscles of the uterus during pregnancy pass into a state of relaxation, this allows them to expand when the fetus becomes cramped.
Pain in the uterus during pregnancy
The thing is that during pregnancy the body of a woman prepares for the most important event for childbirth. Changes are not only affected by the smooth muscles of the uterus, but also the intestines, blood vessels, and muscle tissue forming the press. The possible appearance of pain during the gestation of a child can be prevented with the help of muscle strengthening exercises.
How to relax the muscles of the uterus?
When there are unpleasant sensations associated with the stress of the muscles of the uterus, the pregnant woman needs to relax, this can be helped by breathing exercises, relaxing scents, soothing tea or a set of exercises. The choice of the most effective method of relaxing the muscles of the uterus is individual, it all depends on the preferences of the future mummy, physical abilities and health status. In some cases, it is necessary to resort to drug therapy.
Preparations for relaxing the muscles of the uterus
The toxic effect on the muscles of the uterus is such drugs:
Indications: prescribe this drug with the threat of termination of pregnancy at a later date, during the period of generic detail, with acute intrauterine fetal asphyxia.
Side effects: after applying Ginipral, a pregnant woman can complain of a headache, nausea, rarely vomiting, tremor, anxiety and anxiety, sweating.
Contraindications: endocrine system diseases, heart rhythm disturbance, myocarditis, renal and hepatic insufficiency, uterine bleeding, placental abruption, allergic intolerance of substances included in the preparation.
- Salbuopart
Indications: threat of abortion, postoperative period during pregnancy.
Side effects: a slight decrease in pressure, palpitations, tremor, muscle weakness, severe sweating.
Contraindications: diseases of the cardiovascular system, thyroid gland diseases, glaucoma.
- Isoxuprine
Indications: the drug is prescribed for the threat of termination of pregnancy, Raynaud's disease, spasm of peripheral vessels.
Side effects: lower blood pressure, severe dizziness, a feeling of nausea, in rare cases, vomiting, heart palpitations, urticaria.
Contraindications: decrease in blood pressure, uterine bleeding in the history of life, diseases of the cardiovascular system.
To prevent a possible spasm of the uterus muscles during the period of gestation, the obstetrician-gynecologist leading pregnancy can recommend taking Magne B6 or other vitamin complexes.
How to recover after the birth of the muscles of the uterus?
In order to restore the tone of the muscles of the uterus after fetal withdrawal and the delivery itself, first of all, time and patience are needed. Within 1-2 months after giving birth, the body of the woman begins to recover, in those cases when after this period the muscles still did not acquire the desired appearance, one can resort to various methods of recovery. To cope with this problem will help regular exercise, a set of exercises, the action of which is directed directly at the muscles of the uterus and the vagina. In a pinch, the plastic surgery will always help to cope with the problem of reducing muscle tone.
How to strengthen the muscles of the uterus at home?
At home, the muscles of the uterus and perineum can be strengthened with the regular performance of a small set of exercises and the right way of life.
Exercises to strengthen the muscles of the uterus
A positive result can be noticed after a few weeks of regular sessions. With a few exercises that you can do at home, you can improve the condition of the muscles and restore their tone.
- Lying on the back, legs bend at the knee joint, slowly and measured to raise the pelvis. Exercise should be done 10-12 times, 2-3 approaches.
- In a standing position on all fours, take turns to raise your foot in a level position. Exercise done 20-25 times, 2-3 approaches.
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Exercises for the muscles of the uterus when omitted
The omission of the day of the uterus in the vagina cavity necessarily requires the control of the doctor and the necessary treatment, in the later stages this pathology is treated with the help of surgical intervention, the early one can do with a set of exercises.
- The floors are an exercise whose action is aimed at engaging the outer and inner layers of the muscles. The first stage is to strain the external muscles, stay in this state for 3 seconds, the second stage is not relaxing, strain the muscles even more, after 3 seconds the muscles need to strain as much as possible for 5-7 seconds, then slowly relax. The exercise is repeated several times.
- Makhi feet. For this exercise, you need to put a chair in front of you, with which it will be easier to lock in and keep balance. Putting your feet to the width of your shoulders, you need to alternately raise your legs to the sides, while maximally straining the muscles of the press and the vagina. On each leg of 20 repetitions, 2-3 approaches.
- Swallow exercise in which you need to straighten an even foot back, slightly tilted the body forward, hold in this position for 30-60 seconds. Repeat the exercise 3-4 times, on each side.
Gymnastics for the muscles of the uterus will bring a positive result with regular exercise and proper exercise. The first classes should be held until full fatigue, in the subsequent enough 30-40 minutes.
A few hours before the gymnastics it is possible to eat and it is best to empty the intestine, this will help to better work the muscles of the pelvic organs and the abdominal press.
Exerciser for the muscles of the uterus
To date, the choice of simulators for the muscles of the uterus and perineum is quite wide, each girl can find something worthwhile for herself. The most common simulators for intimate muscles are vaginal balls and all possible modifications.
Balls for the muscles of the uterus
The first stage in the use of vaginal balls is preparation, the balls must be washed, greased with vaseline or any other lubricant, then insert them into the vagina, doing this best while lying on your back. After everything is ready, you can start with light exercises turning to more complex ones.
To begin with, it is necessary to stand up and perform already familiar Kegel exercises, trying to keep the balls in the vagina. Such exercises increase the flow of blood to the genitals, strengthen the sphincter muscles.
Laser lifting of the muscles of the uterus
A vaginal lift is a new, non-invasive method for controlling vaginal weakness. How it works? Muscles of the vagina and uterus are rich in protein, which provides the necessary elasticity, strength and elasticity. During the procedure, a thermal effect on the muscle fibers occurs, as a result of which they contract. So a new muscular frame of the walls of the vagina and uterus is formed.
Massage of the uterine muscles
Gynecological massage is one of the natural ways of restoring the muscle tone of the pelvic organs, circulation and lymph drainage. This procedure prevents the development of inflammatory diseases of the genitourinary system, improves the functioning of the intestine, the woman's general condition, in some cases, soreness disappears during menstruation, reduces the risk of the threat of termination of pregnancy and possible complications in the course of labor.