Using Alexander Technique to Reduce Labor Pain and Anxiety
The Effect of the Alexander Technique on Labor Pain and Anxiety: A Randomized Controlled Trial
This study is testing if the Alexander Technique can help first-time pregnant women feel less pain and anxiety during labor.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 68 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 35 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Marmara University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06263894 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study examines the impact of the Alexander Technique on labor pain and anxiety in primiparous pregnant women. Conducted as a randomized controlled experimental study, it will involve 68 participants from Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital in Istanbul. The study aims to explore how non-pharmacological methods, specifically the Alexander Technique, can enhance comfort and reduce pain perception during childbirth. By focusing on posture and relaxation techniques, the research seeks to provide insights into alternative pain management strategies during labor.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthy, first-time pregnant women aged 18-35 who are at term in their pregnancy.
Not a fit: Patients with risky pregnancies, those undergoing cesarean sections, or those seeking analgesia during labor may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could offer a non-pharmacological method for managing labor pain and anxiety, improving the childbirth experience for women.
How similar studies have performed: While the Alexander Technique has been studied in other contexts, this is the first investigation into its application for managing labor pain, making it a novel approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Volunteer to participate in the study, * Between the ages of 18-35, * Primiparous and singleton pregnant, * Women at term (between 37 and 41 weeks of gestation) will be included in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Risky pregnancies, * Women who become pregnant as a result of assisted reproductive techniques, * Delivery by caesarean section, * Wanting to leave without working, * Women undergoing analgesia at any stage of the labor process will be excluded from the study.
Where this trial is running
Istanbul
- Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital — Istanbul, Turkey (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.