The best position to empty your bladder is sitting all the way down on the toilet seat.
Here's why:
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Complete Relaxation of Pelvic Floor Muscles: Sitting allows for the full relaxation of your pelvic floor muscles. These muscles support your bladder and play a crucial role in urination. When these muscles are tense, it can hinder complete bladder emptying.
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Avoidance of Dysfunctional Voiding: Hovering or squatting engages your pelvic floor muscles, potentially leading to dysfunctional voiding. Dysfunctional voiding can contribute to issues such as:
- Incomplete bladder emptying
- Urinary frequency
- Urinary urgency
- Increased risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs)
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Better Bladder Emptying: Relaxing the pelvic floor muscles allows for a more complete and efficient emptying of the bladder.
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Hygiene Considerations: While concerns about toilet seat hygiene are valid, sitting directly on the seat is preferable to hovering or squatting from a bladder health perspective. Using toilet seat covers or cleaning wipes can help address hygiene concerns.
Therefore, prioritize relaxing your pelvic floor muscles by sitting completely on the toilet seat when emptying your bladder. This promotes efficient bladder emptying and reduces the risk of urinary issues.
