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Official title Effects of Hot Sacral Massage and Shower Application With Partner Support on Labor
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07165405
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study was designed to determine the effect of warm sacral massage with cherry pits and showering with partner support on perceived labor pain, birth experience, and birth comfort. A total of 150 pregnant women, 50 in each group, were planned to be included in the study.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Volunteering to participate in the study
- Expectation of spontaneous vaginal delivery
- Estimated fetal weight between 2500-4000 grams by ultrasound
- Single fetus and cephalic presentation,
- Term pregnancy (between 37-42 weeks of gestation)
You likely can't join if
- Having undergone infertility treatment,
- Delivery by cesarean section for any reason during labor,
- Being multiparous
- Having any systemic, chronic, or neurological disease (Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Thyroid disorders, Multiple Sclerosis, Epilepsy, etc.)
- Regular medication use due to any illness,
- Active psychiatric treatment (pharmacotherapy/psychotherapy),
See the full eligibility criteria
- Volunteering to participate in the study
- Expectation of spontaneous vaginal delivery
- Estimated fetal weight between 2500-4000 grams by ultrasound
- Single fetus and cephalic presentation,
- Term pregnancy (between 37-42 weeks of gestation)
- Being in the active phase of labor (cervical dilation of 4 cm)
- No analgesia or anesthesia used during the first stage of labor,
- No skin disease or open wound preventing massage or showering
- Having undergone infertility treatment,
- Delivery by cesarean section for any reason during labor,
- Being multiparous
- Having any systemic, chronic, or neurological disease (Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Thyroid disorders, Multiple Sclerosis, Epilepsy, etc.)
- Regular medication use due to any illness,
- Active psychiatric treatment (pharmacotherapy/psychotherapy),
- Any induction that may affect uterine contractions and dilation,
- Any pregnancy complications (such as placenta previa, preeclampsia, premature rupture of membranes, oligohydramnios, and polyhydramnios)
- treatment delivery (forceps, vacuum)
- Any problem that hinders communication (such as not knowing Turkish, hearing, speech, and comprehension disorders)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Istanbul, Büyükçekmece, Turkey (Türkiye)
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
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Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Istanbul, Büyükçekmece, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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