Stress balls may ease labor pain, study finds

NCT ID NCT07451834

First seen Mar 06, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study looked at whether using a stress ball during active labor can help reduce pain and make women feel more comfortable. 78 pregnant women took part, with one group using a stress ball during contractions and the other receiving standard care. The goal was to see if this simple, drug-free method could improve the childbirth experience.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • KTO Karatay University

    Karatay, Konya, Turkey (Türkiye)

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