Kegel exercises


Ke·gel exercises

noun pl \ˈkā-gəl-, ˈkē-\

Definition of KEGEL EXERCISES

: repetitive contractions by a woman of the pelvic muscles that control the flow in urination in order to strengthen these muscles especially to control or prevent incontinence or to enhance sexual responsiveness during intercourse —called also Kegels

Origin of KEGEL EXERCISES

Arnold H. Kegel †1976 American gynecologist
First Known Use: 1975

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