Knowledge, attitude and practice of Kegel exercise among pregnant women in Abha, Saudi Arabia

The findings suggest that education, income level, chronic diseases and the source of information play significant roles in the practice of Kegel exercises among pregnant women. Healthcare providers should provide comprehensive education and ensure equal access to resources for all pregnant women. Tailored support should be provided to women with chronic diseases, and healthcare professionals should actively discuss Kegel exercises during antenatal visits. The study emphasizes the importance of multidimensional approaches to promote the practice of Kegel exercises during pregnancy and enhance pelvic floor health.

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Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care
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2025-02-01
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https://doi.org/10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_1103_24
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Pregnancy-related medical research
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Knowledge, attitude and practice of Kegel exercise among pregnant women in Abha, Saudi Arabia

Lujain Mohammed Bin Othman, Hayfa A. AlHefdhi, Fajr Abdulhadi Alnaami, Syed Esam Mahmood et al.
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Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care
Pregnancy-related medical research
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Knowledge, attitude and practice of Kegel exercise among pregnant women in Abha, Saudi Arabia

Lujain Mohammed Bin Othman, Hayfa A. AlHefdhi, Fajr Abdulhadi Alnaami, Syed Esam Mahmood, Njoud Moghram Jaber Alkedaisi, Shorouq Amer A. Alamer, Tahani Khalaf Abdullah AL Omari, Maram Abdullah Alqahtani
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Abstract

The findings suggest that education, income level, chronic diseases and the source of information play significant roles in the practice of Kegel exercises among pregnant women. Healthcare providers should provide comprehensive education and ensure equal access to resources for all pregnant women. Tailored support should be provided to women with chronic diseases, and healthcare professionals should actively discuss Kegel exercises during antenatal visits. The study emphasizes the importance of multidimensional approaches to promote the practice of Kegel exercises during pregnancy and enhance pelvic floor health.

Journal of Family Medicine and Primary CareVol. 14(2)
Umm al-Qura University (SA), Ministry of Health (SA), Al Baha University (SA), King Khalid University (SA)
Openalex Percentile: Top 9%
Pregnancy-related medical research
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Knowledge, attitude and practice of Kegel exercise among pregnant women in Abha, Saudi Arabia — Lujain Mohammed Bin Othman, Hayfa A. AlHefdhi, et al. · Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care (2025) | TGRS Research Map | TGRS