It is time to address the fact that bladder problems aren't just about a leaking.  

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The truth is that sometimes it is just really hard to empty the bladder.

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You go to the bathroom and maybe a little urine comes out, but you know there is more in there.  You feel it.  You may even still have the urge to continue going but nothing will come out.

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There are even times when you wait and wait but nothing will come out so you figure it is safe to stand up...

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Only then...

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Everything can let loose and you find yourself sitting on the toilet again.

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There are a few reasons why this happens.  Some are very serious and should be checked out by a specialist to make sure that the bladder is functioning properly.

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Sometimes, it is just the position of the bladder and learning some tried and true techniques can help.

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Other times, your pelvic floor muscles may not be able to relax enough to allow for the urethra to open and the urine to flow.

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Athena Pelvic Therapy can often treat these issues in the privacy of your own home.  You can learn why pushing to get more urine out is such a bad idea and can ultimately lead to more harm than good.