Cherry pits and showers: surprising new weapon against labor pain?

NCT ID NCT07165405

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether warm sacral massage using cherry pit pouches and partner-assisted showers can reduce pain and improve the birth experience for first-time mothers. 150 women in active labor will be randomly assigned to massage, shower, or standard care. Pain levels and comfort will be measured using surveys.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: hot sacral massage with cherry pits and partner-assisted shower
What this could lead to: If effective, these simple, drug-free techniques could offer pregnant women more comfort and control during labor without medication.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with no blinding, so results may be influenced by expectations. The interventions may not significantly reduce pain for all women.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Labor Pain Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

COMFORT EXPERIENCE PAIN

Contacts and locations

Locations

Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa
RECRUITING

Istanbul, Büyükçekmece, Turkey (Türkiye)

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