BACK MASSAGE IN LABOR- A TIME HONORED PRACTICE

2021 ◽  
pp. 11-13
Author(s):  
Mah Zabinnaz
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Labor Pain ◽  
Stressful Event ◽  
Acceptable Method ◽  
Back Massage

Childbirth is a desired but painful and stressful event in a woman's life. Labor pain is considered as one of the most intense forms of pain. Now-a-days, quite a large number of pregnant women choose c-section for the fear of labor pain. Labor pain can be reduced by some pharmacological methods. Back massage is an old non-pharmachological method of reducing labor pain. This is a simple, safe, and acceptable method especially in lowresource settings like most of our facilities. Hence this study was done to reduce the intensity of labor pain, which may lead to increase in the rate of vaginal childbirth.

Effect of Focusing on Maryam’s Flower During the First Stage of the Labor on the Labor Pain, Labor Duration, and Levels of Comfort and Satisfaction

2020 ◽  
pp. 105477382098491
Author(s):  
Hülya Türkmen ◽  
Serap Çetinkaya ◽  
Hafize Kiliç ◽  
Emine Apay ◽  
Devrim Karamüftüoğlu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Comfort Level ◽  
Labor Pain ◽  
Cervical Dilatation ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Flower Opening ◽  
Labor Duration ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Physical Comfort

This randomized controlled experimental study was conducted with an intervention group ( n = 61) and a control group ( n = 63) consisting of primipara pregnant women. The pregnant women in the intervention group were asked to focus their attention on Maryam’s flower opening its leaf buds and imagine the labor’s progress during the course of their labor. The VAS was administered to each group at specific times (at 4–5 cm, 6–7 cm, 8–9 cm cervical dilatation) to determine their level of labor pain. A statistically significant difference was found between the groups’ mean pain scores at 4–5 cm, 6–7 cm, and 8–9 cm cervical dilatation ( p < .05). The labor duration of the pregnant women in the intervention group was significantly shorter than that of the pregnant women in the control group ( p = .017). The physical comfort level of the intervention group was significantly higher than that of the control group at 8–9 cm cervical dilatation ( p = .039).

scholarly journals Medical report of the obstetric department of the clinic prof. K.F. Slavyansky for 1894 and 1895

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 1009-1029
Author(s):  
M. V. Poroshin
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Post Partum ◽  
Labor Pain ◽  
Medical Report ◽  
Obstetric Department

During 1894-95. to the obstetric department of the clinic prof. K. F. Slavyanskogo accepted 1527 women in labor, 44 pregnant women and 5 women in childbirth soon post partum. Of the pregnant women, 17 after a certain time were resolved in the clinic, the rest were discharged before resolution in most cases due to the cessation of labor pain. Some of the latter were again admitted to the clinic at the onset of childbirth and were included in the total number of resolved.

scholarly journals Pregnancy as a psychological event

2004 ◽  
Vol 57 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 144-148 ◽  
Author(s):  
Artur Bjelica ◽  
Petronila Kapor-Stanulovic
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Psychological Functioning ◽  
Maternal Stress ◽  
Stressful Event ◽  
Social Changes ◽  
Perinatal Complications ◽  
Psychological Changes ◽  
The Social ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
Near Future

Introduction Apart from physiological and somatic changes, pregnancy is a complex phenomenon which also includes psychological and social changes. Pregnancy, especially the first one, represents a powerful psychological event. This paper deals with pregnancy as a psychological event, considering psychological changes in the course of pregnancy as a stressful event. Psychological changes during pregnancy Pregnancy is always associated with changes in psychological functioning of pregnant women. It is usually associated with ambivalence, frequent mood changes, varying from anxiety, fatigue, exhaustion, sleepiness, depressive reactions to excitement. During pregnancy, changes include body appearance, affectivity and sexuality, whereas the position and role of women attains a new quality. Even thoughts of pregnancy can bring about numerous worries about its course and outcome, and especially of the delivery itself, which may be so intense that they acquire a features of phobia (which may be the reason for avoiding pregnancy). Pregnancy as a stressful event Pregnancy is identified as a potent stressor that can seriously affect the psychic status of pregnant women, perinatal outcome, but also psychic functioning of the new-born individual. Appropriate relationship of partners and support of the society play an important role in overcoming stress during pregnancy. Conclusion Pregnancy is an event that involves numerous somatic and psychological changes. However, pregnancy can also be a potent stressor. Existence of prenatal maternal stress may lead to different perinatal complications that may have long-term consequences on the newborn. In prevention of maternal stress emphasis has to be put on partner?s emotional support, as well as empathy of the social environment. However, in certain cases, professional psychotherapeutic support is necessary, in form of short supportive treatment. Preventive measures should include adequate psychological support during pregnancy, especially the first one, provided for all pregnant women, but also for those women that plan to get pregnant in the near future.

scholarly journals Maternal Attitude and Knowledge towards Modes of Delivery

2018 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 209-214
Author(s):  
Anshumala Joshi ◽  
Meeta Thapa ◽  
Om Biju Panta
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Vaginal Delivery ◽  
Caesarean Delivery ◽  
Care Center ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Mode Of Delivery ◽  
College Teaching ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Acceptable Method

Background: Whether a mother should be allowed to choose between the modes of delivery is a matter of concern among practicing obstetricians. This study aims to explore the knowledge of the Nepalese women attending a tertiary care center about the benefits and complications of vaginal and caesarean delivery and their attitude and preference for the method of delivery.Methods: The study was a hospital based cross sectional questionnaire survey conducted in Nepal Medical College teaching Hospital, Jorpati from 1stShrawan 2074 to 31st Ashoj 2074. All pregnant women who were 36 weeks or more in gestation attending the clinic during the study period were included in the study. A questionnaire was made of 10 questions for knowledge assessment regarding mode of delivery consisting of the indications, the possible complications and advantages of vaginal and caesarean delivery. Results: A total of 256 pregnant women participated in the study. The knowledge of the mode of delivery, their benefit and complications was medium to good in approximately 90% of the mothers attending the antenatal OPD. Overall attitude for vaginal delivery was positive in 93% of women and negative or neutral in 6.6%.Overall attitude for caesarean delivery was positive in 24% and negative or neutral in 75.8%.Conclusions: Women in our setup agree that vaginal delivery is a natural and acceptable method of delivery and would prefer to have a vaginal delivery. Keywords: Attitude; knowledge; modes of delivery; women.

scholarly journals THE DIFFERENCE IN ADDITION OF BACK MASSAGE COMBINATION IN PREGNANCY EXERCISE IN IMPROVING QUALITY OF SLEEP IN THIRD TRIMESTER PREGNANT WOMEN

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 16
Author(s):  
Mezzi Wulandari Arenza ◽  
Ni Wayan Tianing ◽  
I Putu Adiartha Griadhi
Keyword(s):  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Quality Of Sleep ◽  
Third Trimester ◽  
The Third ◽  
The Difference ◽  
In Pregnancy ◽  
Back Massage

ABSTRACTSleep disturbance in the third trimester pregnant women is caused by discomfort, an increasingly largeabdominal condition, back pain, frequent urination, fetal movement, heartburn, cramps in the legs, tiredness, difficultygetting started, and physiological changes. Sleep disorders result in decreased quality of sleep. Pregnant women whohave poor sleep quality are at risk of longer labor, cesarean delivery, premature birth, and even infant mortality. The aimof this research is to know the difference of pregnant exercise combination and back massage in improving the sleepquality of third trimester pregnant women. This research use experiment method with quasi experiment approach andresearch design is pre and post test with control design. Sample are 18 people, divided into 2 groups, 9 people intreatment groups given pregnancy exercise and back massage and 9 people in control group is given only pregnantexercise. Intervention is given 8 times. Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) questionnaire used for measured of sleepquality. The result of different test of unpaired group, in the treatment group got difference of average 4,556 and controlgroup got difference mean 2,333 with p=0,004 (p<0,05). These results showed that there was a significant differencebetween the treatment group and the control group in improving the sleep quality of the third trimester pregnant women.In conclusion, there are differences in the addition of back massage combination in pregnancy exercise intervention inimproving sleep quality of third trimester pregnant women.Keyword : Pregnancy Exercise, Back Massage, Sleep Quality, Third Trimester.

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