TENS for pain relief during first labor
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests a gentle electrical device (TENS) to help manage pain during labor. It's for women having their first baby, with a healthy, single pregnancy, and no major health issues.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 45 years old.
- This is your first baby (no previous births).
- You are carrying one baby, head-down, and full-term (37 weeks or more).
- You have no major pregnancy complications, like preeclampsia or placental abruption.
- You are not using a pacemaker or have a history of epilepsy or serious nerve problems.
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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