Clinical trials
Labor Analgesia clinical trials
Below are recruiting labor analgesia clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 16 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04964206Recruiting
Epidural pain relief in labor and baby brain development
This trial studies how epidural pain relief during vaginal labor may affect a child’s early brain and development. It’s for first-time, term pregnancies where you plan a vaginal birth.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–35 - NCT07395934Recruiting
Comparing two epidural methods for labor pain relief
This study compares two ways of giving epidural pain relief during labor: a programmed intermittent bolus (PIEB) versus a continuous infusion (CEI). The goal is to see which method works better for managing pain in vaginal delivery.
Da NangAges 18–40 - NCT05543694RecruitingPhase 4
Testing epidural pain relief for labor
This study is testing how well a combination of two medicines (bupivacaine and lidocaine) works for epidural pain relief during early labor. The goal is to find the best dose to help manage labor pain.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–50 - NCT07292649Recruiting
Labor pain relief and postpartum depression risk
This study looks at how your expectations about pain relief during labor might affect your mood after giving birth. Researchers will follow you after delivery to see if there is a link between your hopes for pain management and the risk of postpartum depression.
Padova, VenetoAges 18 years+ - NCT07663500Recruiting
Supportive care and pushing with low-dose epidural
This study tests if combining supportive nursing care with specific pushing methods helps women who have low-dose epidural pain relief during labor. It aims to make delivery safer and more comfortable.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06602440Recruiting
Testing catheter depth for labor pain relief
This study compares two different depths for placing an epidural catheter (a tiny tube that delivers pain medicine) to see which provides better pain relief during labor. It uses a modern pump method called PIEB that gives regular small doses of medicine without needing to press a button.
Yinchuan, NingxiaAges 18–45 - NCT07083167Recruiting
Anesthesia practices during labor pain relief
This study looks at how anesthesiologists provide pain relief (epidurals) during labor. It aims to understand current practices in maternity units.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges Any age - NCT06354582RecruitingPhase 4
Vitamin C to prevent fever after epidural in labor
This trial tests whether giving vitamin C through an IV during labor can help prevent fever that sometimes happens after getting an epidural. If you are having a single baby vaginally, at full term, and plan to use an epidural, this study may be for you.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–35 - NCT07076368RecruitingPhase 3
Ropivacaine and Fentanyl for Labor Pain Relief
This study tests two common pain medicines, ropivacaine and fentanyl, for women in labor who request an epidural. It aims to understand the best way to start labor pain relief with an epidural.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07473609Recruiting
Studying epidurals that don't work well during labor
This study looks at epidurals that don't work well during labor. It aims to understand why some epidurals fail, which could help improve pain relief for mothers.
MadridAges 18 years+ - NCT07333209Recruiting
Peanut ball positioning in first-time mothers with epidural
This study tests whether lying on your side with a special peanut-shaped ball between your legs during labor helps first-time mothers who have an epidural have a smoother delivery. If you qualify, you will be randomly assigned to use the peanut ball or receive standard care, and researchers will track how your labor and delivery go.
Doha, Baladiyat ad DawhahAges 16–55 - NCT06655675Recruiting
Blood flow changes after epidural pain relief in labor
This study looks at how a type of labor pain relief (combined spinal-epidural) affects blood flow in the mother and baby's main arteries. It may help doctors understand if this common pain relief method is safe for all labors.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–50 - NCT05514431Enrolling by invitation
Comparing pain relief methods for C-section using labor epidurals
This study compares different types of pain medicine that were used during labor to see which works best for pain control during an in-pregnancy C-section. It may help improve comfort and reduce discomfort when a C-section is needed.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges Any age - NCT06823349RecruitingPhase 4
Pain relief study for normal labor
This trial compares a single injection of pain medicine into the spinal fluid to other methods during normal labor. It aims to see how well it works for women in active labor with a single, full-term baby in head-down position.
AswānAges Any age - NCT07288021RecruitingPhase 4
Topical anesthesia for balloon catheter insertion
This trial tests whether applying a numbing cream to the cervix before inserting a balloon catheter makes the procedure less painful for women being induced into labor. If you are scheduled for labor induction with a balloon, this study may help reduce your discomfort.
HaifaAges 18 years+ - NCT06572241Recruiting
Spinal morphine for better labor pain relief
This study tests whether adding a small dose of morphine into the spinal fluid improves pain relief from an epidural during labor. If you are having your first baby and want pain relief, you may be able to take part.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–50
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for labor analgesia?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 16 recruiting labor analgesia studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a labor analgesia trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a labor analgesia trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.