Pilates ball and massage for reducing labor pain
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This study tests whether using a Pilates ball and sacral massage during labor can help reduce pain, shorten delivery time, and improve your birth experience. It is for first-time mothers with a full-term, low-risk pregnancy.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 35 years old and pregnant with your first baby.
- Your pregnancy is full-term (38 to 41 weeks).
- You are carrying a single baby who is head-down (vertex position).
- You have no high-risk conditions like preeclampsia, diabetes, or other complications.
- You are in active labor and have been in labor for at least 1 hour but not more than 8 hours.
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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