Needle poke showdown: which lidocaine method hurts less for moms in labor?
NCT ID NCT06236126
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at 51 women in labor who wanted an epidural for pain relief. Researchers compared two standard ways of numbing the skin (injecting lidocaine under the skin or into the skin) before inserting the epidural needle. The goal was to see which method caused less pain and discomfort during the procedure.
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The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States
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