Apart from the various medication and drugs which exists in the market, a new approach has surfaced to counter impotence. This approach takes into account 'exercising' certain parts of the body which help in tacking impotency. The parts generally pertain to the pelvic section of the body and thus the results are called pelvic exercises.
Recent research suggests that pelvic floor exercises are highly effective in helping men who have problems developing and sustaining an erection.
A study from the University of West of England, Bristol, suggests that the exercises can help both men with erectile dysfunction (impotence) and premature ejaculation, and also those who experience 'dribbling' after urinating.
On top of this, experts believe the exercises can also help improve the quality of orgasm - the UK-based Impotence Association says the workout may 'increase awareness of sexual sensations and enhance enjoyment'.
According to the Impotence Association, the exercises strengthen the muscles around the penis, improve the blood supply in the pelvis and thus 'enhance orgasmic sensations by strengthening the pelvic muscles that produce ejaculation by their contraction'.
The exercises target the pelvic floor, which supports the bladder and the bowel and is made up of layers of muscle that stretch from the tailbone at the back to the pubic bone in front.
Although the exercises have to be learned (possibly over a matter of days), with practice they can be carried out while watching TV or doing the washing up.
To find your pelvic floor muscles, you should sit or lie comfortably with the muscles of your thighs, bottom and stomach relaxed.