Acupuncture to help labor induction with balloon
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding acupuncture (tiny needles placed in the skin) helps labor start faster when you're having labor induced with a balloon device. It may make the process more comfortable and quicker.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant and at least 37 weeks along.
- You are 18 or older.
- Your doctor has decided you need to have labor induced (started with help) using a small balloon-like device called a Cook's balloon.
- You speak French.
- You are willing to sign a consent form to join, and do not have any medical reason that would make the Cook's balloon unsafe.
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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