Exercises to increase muscle tone of the pelvic floor are known as ____________ exercises
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Kegel
Women with weakened structures of the pelvic floor are prone to stress incontinence. For the female patient, Kegel exercises are helpful; 10 repetitions, 5 to 10 times a day, is suggested to improve muscle tone.
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