Massage and breathing may help moms avoid painful C-Sections
NCT ID NCT06304311
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether combining back massage with Lamaze breathing techniques helps first-time mothers manage labor pain and anxiety. 90 pregnant women in Pakistan were split into two groups: one received standard care plus massage and breathing exercises, the other received standard care alone. Researchers measured pain levels, anxiety, labor duration, and other outcomes to see if the non-drug approach improves the childbirth experience.
What this could mean
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Active substance
back massage and Lamaze breathing techniques
What this could lead to
If effective, this drug-free approach could offer a simple, low-cost way to manage labor pain and reduce unnecessary C-sections.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-site study with 90 participants, so results may not apply widely. Pain relief is subjective and the effect may be modest.
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Locations
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Lady Wallingdon Hospital
Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan