A 5 inch ball helped so much
I got a 5 inch rubber ball made to sit on for the pelvic floor muscles and I'm a little in awe. I've had the better part of 15 years of crohns and my pf got trashed from the crazy amount of restroom runs I've made. One year I was going 20 times a day. I also have a stricture, so only so much can get through with each movement, so I'm constantly in pain from being backed up.
Anyway, I did the 3 min sit and though the pain isn't gone. I spike between a 5 and 7 all day. I'm probably at a 4 right now and have been running to the bathroom often. For me this is a good thing! Better out than in.
Something to consider. I bought a fancy ball but you could probably buy one for cheaper and use it the same.
Posted Aug 14, 2026, 12:33 AM UTC
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