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Impact of Early Versus Delayed Initiation of Kegal Exercises on Uterine Involution and After Pain : A Quasi - Experimental Study among Postnatal Mothers

Author(s) Ms. Revathi K, Raima Lukas, Jeeva George, Saheli Debnath, MurugaperumalKrishnamoorhty, Abinaya Ravi
Country India
Abstract Childbirth, while transformative, is frequently associated with discomfort like afterpains, resulting from uterine involution. These uterine cramps, which occur due to the uterus repeatedly contracting and relaxing, are commonly experienced by mothers after childbirth. Kegel exercises as repetitive
contraction and relaxation of the pelvic floor muscles are a recognized non-pharmacological approach to strengthen pelvic muscles, alleviate discomfort, and potentially accelerate uterine recovery. This quasiexperimental study examined the effects of early versus delayed initiation of Kegel exercises on
afterpains and uterine involution among 60 postnatal mothers at a tertiary hospital in Kolkata. Participants were assigned to early initiation (4 hours postpartum) or delayed initiation (24 hours postpartum) groups, performing exercises every 12 hours. Assessments of afterpains and symphysio
fundal height were conducted at baseline and 48 hours postpartum. Results showed greater uterine involution in the early initiation group, with a mean fundal height reduction of 2.30 cm versus 1.22 cm in the delayed group (t=7.081). While afterpains decreased in both groups, the difference was not fine significant (p=0.328). Early postpartum initiation of Kegel exercises significantly improves uterine involution and should be integrated into routine postnatal care to support faster recovery.
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Published In Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On 2026-02-15
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