Nerve block and physical therapy to prevent long-term pain after childbirth tear
Part of Pain, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether a numbing injection near the pelvic floor plus physical therapy can prevent long-term pain after an episiotomy or first-time tear during vaginal delivery. It aims to help women recover more comfortably after childbirth.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 18 to 40 years.
- You are pregnant and expecting to deliver at full term (around 37-42 weeks).
- You plan to have a vaginal delivery and may need an episiotomy (a small cut) or have a first-time tear.
- You have significant pain (more than 3 out of 10) within the first 24 hours after delivery.
- You are willing to participate and sign a consent form.
Quick eligibility check
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