Stress ball for pain and comfort during labor
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests if squeezing a stress ball during active labor can reduce pain and increase comfort for women having a vaginal birth. It may offer a simple, drug-free way to manage labor pain.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are planning a vaginal birth (not a C-section).
- You are between 18 and 40 years old.
- Your pregnancy is not considered high-risk.
- You are in the active phase of labor (when contractions are strong and regular).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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