What should I do if my PC muscle contracts for less than 1 second

Short duration of PC muscle contraction can be improved through Kegel exercises, abdominal breathing training, electrical stimulation therapy, biofeedback therapy, medication therapy, and other methods. The weakening of PC muscle function may be related to factors such as prolonged sitting and lack of exercise, postpartum pelvic floor muscle injury, age-related muscle strength degradation, neurological disorders, and abnormal hormone levels.

1. Kegel exercises

enhance muscle strength by rhythmically contracting and relaxing pelvic floor muscles. Lie flat and bend your knees, then contract your anal and urethral muscles for 3 seconds before relaxing. Repeat 10 times per group and practice 3 groups daily. In the initial stage, you can use your fingers to feel the position of muscle contraction, avoiding the wrong use of abdominal or hip muscles. Continuous exercise helps to prolong the duration of muscle contractions.

2. Abdominal breathing training

uses a deep breathing pattern dominated by the diaphragm combined with PC muscle contraction. During inhalation, the abdomen bulges slightly while contracting the pelvic floor muscles, and slowly relaxes during exhalation. This collaborative training can improve muscle and nerve control ability, gradually extending the duration of contraction. It is recommended to practice on an empty stomach for 5 minutes every morning.

3. Electrical stimulation therapy

uses low-frequency electrical pulses to stimulate the pelvic floor muscles through electrode pads, passively inducing muscle contractions. The rehabilitation department of the hospital commonly uses neuromuscular electrical stimulators for treatment, which can enhance muscle fiber recruitment ability twice a week. Household devices should be used under the guidance of a doctor to avoid damage caused by improper current intensity.

4. Biofeedback therapy

uses pressure sensors or electromyography monitoring devices to convert muscle contraction intensity into visual signals. Patients can effectively correct incorrect contraction patterns by adjusting the force application method based on screen feedback. Generally, 6-8 treatment sessions are required, which is suitable for groups that have difficulty perceiving muscle strength independently.

5. Drug therapy

Severe muscle weakness can be treated by following the doctor's advice to use methylcobalamin to nourish the nerves, or applying estrogen ointment locally to improve mucosal atrophy. The modified traditional Chinese medicine Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang has a certain therapeutic effect on pelvic floor dysfunction of qi deficiency type. It should be noted that medication cannot replace functional training and is only used as an auxiliary means.

Long term holding of urine or constipation should be avoided in daily life to increase pelvic floor burden, and getting up and moving every hour should be done to prevent prolonged sitting and pressure. Low impact exercises such as swimming and yoga help with overall muscle coordination. If accompanied by symptoms of urinary incontinence or pelvic organ prolapse, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly to assess whether surgical treatment is necessary. Pay attention to supplementing high-quality protein and vitamin E in diet to promote muscle repair. It is recommended to record the daily exercise duration and contraction duration, and regularly follow up to adjust the plan.