In the authors' words
“The scores of orgasm and satisfaction in the Kegel group were significantly higher compared with the control group (4.43 and 4.88 vs 3.95 and 4.39, respectively).”
What was measured
- Sexual function Reported an improvement
About the study
- Type
- Randomised trial
- Who took part
- Postmenopausal, other condition
- How many
- 145
- How long
- 12 weeks
- Exercise
- Pelvic floor training
- Cited
- 26 times, per Europe PMC
- PubMed ID
- 28601506
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Similar studies
- A meta-analysis of five trials found Kegel pelvic floor exercise, done for 4 to 12 weeks, improved urinary symptom related quality of life in postmenopausal women but not sexual symptom quality of life.
- A systematic review of 11 studies in peri and postmenopausal women found pelvic floor and mind-body exercise programs most linked to improved sexual function, while aerobic exercise showed inconsistent results and resistance training showed no benefit.
- A meta-analysis of 21 trials found pelvic floor muscle exercises in postmenopausal women improved quality of life, sexual function, urinary incontinence, and pelvic floor function, with no effect on psychological status.
- Postmenopausal women aged 40 to 60 did pelvic floor muscle exercises for 12 weeks and reported higher arousal, orgasm and satisfaction scores than a control group.