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How long does it take for leg and arm muscles to atrophy if at bedrest fir pregnancy?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

They won't: Even at bedrest, you can perform arm and leg exercises to keep the muscle tone intact.

Dr Sojico agreed

Answered 3/26/2013

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