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What is the pelvic floor exercise is it kegel exercise or it is something else ?
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Kegel is one!: There are a number of muscular contractions of the pelvic floor muscles which can be done, apart from the kegel exercise. Mayo clinic has a good web site: http://www.Mayoclinic.Com/health/kegel-exercises/wo00119.
Answered 12/10/2013
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Kegels: Kegel exercises are designed to increase the strength of the pelvic floor so the exercises are often called pelvic floor exercises.
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