How Your Breathing Affects Bladder Control

Leaking urine with age—even when you sneeze, cough, or jump—is common, but it isn’t inevitable.

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It is not inevitable that you will leak a little urine as you age—even when sneezing, coughing, or jumping.

Incontinence is often rooted in the interplay between your diaphragm and pelvic floor muscles. By reengaging your diaphragm through conscious breathing, you can strengthen these muscles and regain control.