Abdominal Massage for Frequent Urination

The same bloating forces that dislocate the stomach upward can also press on the organs in the lower pelvic cavity - the bladder, uterus, lower bowel and rectum.

To reposition these organs:

• The tips of the fingers are placed at the top of the pubic bone.
• With short quick strokes the hand is moved inward (toward the spine) and upward (toward the head).
• The hand travels in short steps from the pubic bone to the navel and is best done lying down before sleeping.

This exercise is called 'scooping up the guts' – a term which helps visualize what is happening. Doing this repositioning exercise will also increase bladder volume for those who find themselves waking often at night to urinate.