Using St. John's Wort Oil with Massage to Reduce Perineal Injury During Childbirth
The Effects of the Use of St. John's Wort Oil With Massage in the Perineum on Episiotomy, Perineal Damage and Wound Healing
This study is testing if using St. John's Wort oil with massage can help pregnant women avoid serious perineal injuries during childbirth compared to regular massage.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Ankara City Hospital Bilkent Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara, Çankaya) |
| Trial ID | NCT05164926 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of St. John's Wort oil combined with perineal massage on reducing perineal injuries during childbirth. It involves 60 pregnant women in active labor, with half receiving the oil massage and the other half receiving standard massage without oil. The study aims to assess the rates of severe perineal damage post-delivery between the two groups. Data on demographic information, perineal length, and fetal weight will also be collected to evaluate outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are normal pregnant women in active labor who are likely to have a vaginal delivery.
Not a fit: Patients with high-risk pregnancies or those planned for cesarean delivery will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce the incidence of severe perineal injuries in women during childbirth.
How similar studies have performed: While there are studies exploring perineal massage techniques, the specific use of St. John's Wort oil in this context is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * normal pregnant women * active labor during the examination * pregnant woman who is likely to have a vaginal delivery Exclusion Criteria: .Pregnant women with risky pregnancies
Where this trial is running
Ankara, Çankaya
- Rahime Bedir Findik — Ankara, Çankaya, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Rahime Bedir Findik, Dr — Ankara City Hospital Bilkent
- Study coordinator: Rahime Bedir Findik, Dr
- Email: drbedir75@gmail.com
- Phone: +905053166532
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.